Everything you need for your Costa Rica Vacation
In February 2010, in the gripsof immobilizing fear, shame, and hopelessness, I finally admitted to myself, to my best friend, and to a medical doctor, that I was an alcoholic and that my life had become unmanageable. The doctor gave me hope that I could stop drinking with the help of AA. Surrendering my will to a power greater than myself and living and working the12 steps of AA to the best of my ability, I am sober.
Today, I have hope and serenity.Four months after taking my last drink, can …
Here you can find news about local events in Jaco and general news about your favorite beach town in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is home to some of the most breathtaking scenery and vistas in the world but it is also home to many in need of drug addiction treatment.
Millions visit Costa Rica each year and out of those millions some tourists become enchanted with Costa Rica and make the decision to relocate or retire here. Within that community of expats, a small percentage of them are drug addicts or substance abusers and people in need of drug addiction treatment. Costa Rica is an ideal location for drug addicts because illegal …
After a long day at the beach or on one of the many adventure excursions you can take, Jaco Beach nightlife begins at a number of popular clubs. The nightlife in Jaco Beach Costa Rica ranges from elegant bars, discos, to live music entertainment. Below is a list of Jaco Beach nightlife spots and places to visit if you are new to Jaco’s club scene.
Because of the new Caldera highway reducing transit time Josefinos(San Jose residents) will travel here to enjoy the Jaco Beach nightlife along with locals and …
Chasing Your Dream – Starting Your Own Business in Costa Rica
For many of you, moving and starting a business in Costa Rica is the ultimate dream. Chasing your dreams takes dedication and a bit of work, and I’m always thrilled to hear the stories of fellow expats who have made their dreams come true and become successful at opening up a business in Costa Rica. Last week I sat down with Michael Brown to hear his story.
Interview with expat Michael Brown, CEO of Mead Brown Costa Rica Vacation Rentals
Michael, what …
The BYU men’s soccer team kicked off their 10-day preseason international tour Friday when they boarded a plane for Costa Rica.
“This trip is huge,” junior midfielder Antonio Niccoli said. “This is my third international trip so I know how important they are to bonding off the field. We don’t have cell phones or computers…we just spend time together.”
The tour will include four games, a service opportunity and a fireside for local church members. The players use all of these experiences to grow closer and build strong relationships that reflect how …
Costa Rican surfer, Carlos Munoz, is making his mark and earning Costa Rica a place in world surfing fame at the Volcom Pipe Pro 2012 competition in Hawaii this week.
The 18-year-old wave rider from Playa Esterillos scored the first perfect 10 of the world-famous international competition on Sunday, Jan. 29 – Day 2 of the event. Beating out 64 surfers from around the globe, including Hawaiian legends Kalani Chapman and defending Volcom Pipe Pro Champion John Florence, Muñoz won the “highest single wave of the day” and earned himself a …
Enjoy an evening of Christmas Festivities in Jaco, Costa Rica at Dankers Park in Jaco Centro.
For the first time ever, Jaco, Costa Rica will be celebrating the illuminating of their central park with Christmas lights. On December 8th, starting at 5pm, come to the“Illuminating the Christmas Spirit of Jaco” festivities! The whole park will be ablaze with twinkling, sparkling Christmas lights, and music will be supplied by the local students’ choral group from Falcon International, as well as by the Jaco municipal band.
Come to the “Illuminating the Christmas Spirt of …
Just when you thought it was safe again to take Tylenol or acetaminophen after the manufacturer reduced the dose. Doctors in UK issue warning that more than the recommended does can kill you especially when mixed with alcohol.
Heading into the “Season of Cheer,” where we are forced into close proximity for extended periods of time with the one’s we love often causes an increase in our stress levels. Higher stress levels tend to lead to more headaches. A new study published in the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology concludes that, …
