¿Qué Pasa en Quepos? – November 2024
Bienvenidos… Welcome to the rainforest. It is probably going to live up to its name a little in November while you are here but don’t let that slow you down there is lots to see and do. Thanks to the rain Manuel Antonio National Park is in full bloom attracting
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Sustainable Practices in Tourism: Steps You Can Take To Be A Green Visitor
Tourism brings visitors to the Quepos and Manuel Antonio area from all across the world They come to experience incredible sport fishing and scuba diving, as well as the many natural wonders available for view just down the road. It is an integral aspect of Quepos and its economy, but
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Saving Sea Turtles at Playa Linda: A Call for Volunteer Beach Patrols
Elly King, Volunteer Coordinator at The Sloth Institute The Sloth Institute is excited to continue our collaboration with the Playa Linda community! Together we have previously addressed significant deforestation issues with the installation of Sloth Speedways in the area and also teamed up with a local landowner to plant over
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What’s Shaking @ Marina Pez Vela – September/October 2024
WHALES ARE WHAT’S SHAKING! The world’s longest mammal migration with humpback whales from both hemispheres coming to our pristine waters to have their young, teach them the art of survival, breaching and feeding and begin the migration to the colder waters of both hemispheres. The Humpbacks are the main attraction
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Hawaiian Coconut Syrup for Pancakes
Out of maple syrup? Try this delicious tropical Haupia sauce and never look back. Ingredients 1 can (400 ml or 13.5 ounces) of coconut milk 1 tablespoon of cornstarch 1/2 cup of white sugar 1/2 teaspoon of salt 1 tablespoon of light corn syrup 1 teaspoon of vanilla Directions Pour
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That’s Fishin’ – September/October 2024
Welcome to the September and October edition of That’s Fishin for a quick round up of all things Fishing in the Quepos area. OFFSHORE FISHING August produced the best Marlin fishing of the year so far, after a quiet few months on the Marlin front which had us all wondering
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Memoirs of a Masseur September/October 2024
“The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away”, Pablo Picasso Last month, I entered my fifty-third year of living and have been contemplating the essence of my motivation when I wake up each morning. I discuss this with my peers,
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A Story of Resilience
A Young Howler Monkey’s Journey After Losing Her Mother on Powerlines On June 6th, at 6 a.m., we received an urgent call from Hotel Costa Verde about a howler monkey being electrocuted. Our team immediately rushed to the site. Upon arrival, they discovered an adult female howler monkey who had
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The First Rewilded Parcel on Hacienda Barú
Memo’s Cornfield When I began working at Hacienda Barú in 1972, the owners were a group of investors from North America. They had recently purchased the hacienda, and according to the sale contract the property was supposed to be free of squatters. That turned out to be false. About three
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Recherché Fine Home Furnishings Liquidation Sale
Recherché Fine Home Furnishings Liquidation Sale! EVERYTHING MUST GO! Everything 20-90% OFF. One of a kind home decor hand picked for this climate and your style. Moisture reppellent fabrics. Maintenance-free hardwood. Nautical art and accessories.
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¿Qué Pasa en Quepos? – September/October 2024
Bienvenidos… Welcome to the Rainforest. It may be rainy season but that doesn’t mean we slow things down here in the central pacific. September and October are full of activities that should not be missed. The Humpbacks have arrived and is a must do tour this time of year that
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