The Best Surfer in the Sea is the One Who…

Whether you are a first-timer or a lifetime surfer, a weekend warrior or an everyday surfer, an all-fun easy breezy surfer or on the world tour professional path, the best surfer in the water is the one who never forgets what surfing is really all about. So, what is surfing really about? We’ve all likely … Read more

A Guide to Surf Safety: Currents, Tides, and Sun

Unlike other sports where the playing field is constant or predictable, surfing is a sport with an element of infinite surprise. No two sessions are ever the same. There are multiple factors that play into what makes a surf break work, including tide, wind, and swell direction, height, and period. Then throw in ocean currents, … Read more

The Crown Jewel of Fruit in Costa Rica

Did you know that Costa Rica is the world’s top pineapple producer? Roughly 111,200 acres of the country is devoted entirely to pineapple plantations and over 100,000 jobs in Costa Rica are created, directly and indirectly, by this world-favored tropical fruit. Almost three million tons of pineapple are harvested and sold domestically and internationally every … Read more

Product Guide: The Most Effective Reef and Environmentally-Friendly Sunscreens for Your Trip to Playa Grande, Costa Rica

Did you know that every year between 4,000 and 6,000 tons of sunscreen washes into reef areas around the world? Did you also know that most of that sunscreen contains oxybenzone, a toxic ingredient that has been linked to coral bleaching and widespread coral reef destruction? This has become such an issue that Hawaii actually … Read more

Safety and Wellness Tips to Follow While in Costa Rica

To ensure that you have the best possible getaway in Costa Rica, follow these safety and wellness tips. A few precautions, avoidances, and small efforts can make the difference between a positively memorable vacation in Costa Rica and a would-like-to forget one.   Wear Sunscreen ALWAYS. Trying to get a base tan the first day … Read more

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