For updated Guanacaste school information, please see our recent posts on Tamarindo-area private schools and Playas del Coco-area private schools. La Paz La Paz Community School is an international, Baccalaureate authorized, non-profit, bilingual preschool through high school. La Paz offers many unique qualities such as its dual language program, morning peace meetings, IB program, and…

Faroles: A festival of lights “Long live patriotism! Long live liberty!” Faroles is Spanish for lanterns – more specifically, handmade lanterns made of colorful cardboard or paper with a dainty little candle set inside. Each year in September, these lamps become the single most important symbol of sovereignty and freedom in all of Central America….

There is nothing more refreshing on a hot afternoon at the beach than an ice cold beer and a ceviche. Costa Ricans a long standing tradition of finding a beachside bar, sticking their feet in the sand and enjoying this delicious, healthy boca (appetizer). Ceviche is just a step above sushi in that you start…

August 15th is a huge deal in Costa Rica. It’s Mother’s Day here, which is a very important holiday. The country comes to a grinding halt as everyone takes the day off work to celebrate their love for their mother. It’s truly a sweet day, as Ticos everywhere drop everything to share their deep affection and gratitude for…

As a kid, each year my family would cook hamburgers and hot dogs before jumping into the van to go to a local fireworks show for the 4th of July. Nowadays when July rolls around, I find myself feeling a little nostalgic. I’m not a sentimental person, but if I don’t do at least a…

I’ve lived in Costa Rica for ten years full time and I’ve been coming to this amazing country since I was born (thanks to my mom). I’ve seen many changes over 30+ years and I feel lucky that I get to call this place home. I just finally got approved for my citizenship (only took…