Culture & Lifestyle

Did you know that there is an international index that measures the “happiness” indicators of any country in the world?Just a few years ago, the “Happy Planet Index” ranked Costa Rica as the N° 1 country on its list....

A while back I wrote an article about my experiences with the Amazonian frog poison called kambo.Since the publishing of that article, I have had more time to experience and learn about this powerful medicine.I have personally encountered tremendous...

The Central American country has an incredible biodiversity and offers visitors a paradise in which it is worth disconnecting from email and cell phone.The Central American country has an incredible biodiversity and offers visitors a paradise The best time...

President of Costa Rica Solis has signed a law against animal abusers in a public event. The law aims to punish people who tease and hurt animals.  Prior to the signing event, there was a march of supporters with...

A trip from the capital, San Jose, to the coasts of the North Pacific. The intense life of the wetlands, mountain rivers, volcanoes and the exuberant flora and fauna of one of the most biodiverse countries in the world....

Have you heard of Ayahuasca yet? It’s time you do. The herbal tonic may just change your life.It all started in the 50’s in loveable Peru when religious rituals that used a psychoactive Amazonian drink began to appear. These...

According to a new poll, 21% of the Costa Rican population has cut down on beef, while 18% increased the consumption and 62% didn’t reduce it. These results were published by a private company hired by Corfoga and API-SIGMA.More...

Read part I: Keys for Longevity in Costa Rica’s Blue ZonesIn the world, there are five blue zones, regions where their inhabitants reach longevities much superior to the world average. And nobody knows yet why. I just visited one of...

To be radiant – is a manifestation sought after by health and beauty enthusiasts, as well as many followers of certain new age and spiritual beliefs. The term lightworker is growing ever more popular and common.First of all, many...

In the world, there are at least 5 "blue zones" or places where there is longevity among its inhabitants in conditions of good health. This is what Jorge Vindas, founder of the Nicoya Peninsula Association, recalls, a "blue zone"...