Month: October 2018

Perfect winter get a way and Great Rental in Paradise!

Pacifico L813 ($188,500 USD) is the perfect winter get a way.  A luxurious one bedroom luxury condo, within walking distance to all the great amenities, services and beach of Playas Del Coco, Guanacaste Costa Rica. This top floor …

Bird Challenge Positions Costa Rica as a Preferred Bird Watching Destination

Costa Rica was the site of the Bird Challenge 2018.  An activity that took place between October 4 and October 12 as part of the “Ruta de Aves” (Bird Route) organized by the Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT). …

Government announces project to guarantee potable water in Guanacaste

The government announced the signing of a law that allows the increase of the area of the Lomas Barbudal Biological Reserve from 2,645 hectares to 3,088 hectares. Part of the original land of the reserve will be appropriated by …

Is It Time To Renew Your Costa Rican Driver’s License?

Check the expiration date of your driver’s license and avoid long lines to renew your Costa Rican driver’s license If you are among the thousands of drivers whose driver’s license expires in the coming months, leaving it to the …

Are there Scarlet Macaws in our area?

The answer is yes!  Normally these magnificent birds are found further south on the Pacific side of Costa Rica.  But there is a group of Scarlet Macaws that live along the Tempisque River in Palo Verde National Park.  …

Villa Mexicana – Incredible Ocean View Home in Pacifico Development

$1,395,000 USD  Pacifico lot 81 Villa Mexicana is a sprawling six thousand square foot gem. Exquisite details from finishings to décor to furniture make this Mexican style villa worth a look.  Upon entering the solid wood front doors, …

Costa Rica Surpasses 98% of Clean Energy Generation for Fourth Year in a Row

Costa Rica surpassed the fourth consecutive year producing 98% of clean energy generation in its National Electric System (SEN). On Wednesday, October 3, the electricity generated from renewable sources: water, wind, Geothermal, biomass and solar, have represented 98.15% …

Costa Rica is Ranked the Happiest Country in the World

COSTA RICA has again topped the Happy Planet Index rankings as the happiest country in the world with a substantial lead – having previously come out on top in our 2009 and 2012 editions. This tropical Central-American country is home to the greatest …

Planet Hollywood Arrives In Costa Rica!

Planet Hollywood, An All-Inclusive Beach Resort in Costa Rica for Stars Planet Hollywood is a beachfront resort on the beautiful Papagayo Gulf just 40 minutes from the International Airport near the Costa Rican city of Liberia. With the opportunity to enjoy Hollywood …

Licensing Vehicles and Safety Inspection in Costa Rica

You have bought a vehicle either new or used vehicle here in Costa Rica.  What are the steps involved for registering and licensing vehicles in order to be legal in Costa Rica?  Your new and used vehicle will …