Tips on How to be a Responsible Sloth Tourist
SAY NO TO SLOTH EXPLOITATION! Don’t visit any facility, in any country, that allows you to touch, feed or take a photo with a sloth. Sloths in these situations are being exploited for money and do not contribute to their conservation. In Costa Rica, this practice is illegal because it
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All About Nudibranchs
All About Nudibranchs Whilst we may not boast the giants of the Galapagos or Isla del Coco, those of us that dive and snorkel the waters around Manuel Antonio know there is still plenty to see. Sometimes you just have to get down and dirty. For that reason, this month,
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THE JOY OF BOREDOM
THE JOY OF BOREDOM – Todd Pequeen In my past I have lived out of a van. My tent has also been my home next to a lazy Colorado River. In my future I hope to again have my bed, kitchen, and living area in five meters of space. For
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Wounds, Scars, and Testosterone
More information flows from trail cameras than I ever could have imagined back in 2011 when I started using them. Hiking or wandering through the rainforest is interesting whether or not you see any charismatic fauna of which there are 100s of species including anteaters, agoutis, all kinds of snakes,
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That’s Fishin’ – April 2023
A huge welcome to all the visiting Anglers from around the world for this month’s OFFSHORE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS being held here at the Marina Pez Vela this April 16-21st. We are so glad that you could make the trip to Costa Rica and hope that you enjoy some excellent Fishing,
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Indian Butter Chicken
Indian Butter Chicken – Desiree Brassert Treat yourself to a quick and tasty journey to India with this simplified version of an all-time favorite. The bold flavors are optimized by marinating the chicken overnight and by making your own Garam Masala spice blend in these few easy steps. Ingredients for
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Costa Ballena Lifeguards Update
Costa Ballena Lifeguards Update – Greg Gordon The guardavidas of Costa Rica have been protecting the beaches of Playa Hermosa and Dominical for years. They were the first program to be awarded a contract by the Municipality of Osa for four lifeguards, but that agreement had expired on January 1st.
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What’s Shaking @ Marina Pez Vela – April 2023
What’s Shaking @ Marina Pez Vela The HEAT IS ON here at Marina Pez Vela in April. More than just a reference to one of the warmest months here in paradise at the end of the traditional dry season, the temps here at MPV are on high as this is
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¿Qué Pasa en Quepos? – April 2023
Bienvenidos… Welcome to the land of Pura Vida. Let us help guide you through this very busy month of April. There is a lot of celebrating going on this month. With Semana Santa being one of the busiest weeks of the year here in Manuel Antonio. So, relax, have patience,
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