Costa Rica is known to have over 100,000 species of insects and arachnids, collectively known as BUGS, and we can testify to seeing at least that many types in our house at the beginning of rainy season in May. If you try hard enough, you could probably discover a different insect every day of your […]
October 11, 2012Comments Off on Costa Rica InsectopediaRead More
My photo collection of giant trees in the Southern Nicoya Peninsula. I just LOVE huge trees and have ever since I was a kid and visited Sequoia National Park in California to see the giant redwoods there. There are a few other giant trees that I know about, two ceiba trees and one Pochote, that […]
September 27, 2012Comments Off on Giant Trees Photo CollectionRead More
Officially, the beach where the fishermen in Malpais have their boats is called “Playa Malpais”, but you’ll very rarely see anyone swimming here. It’s most notable for the fishermen who have their boats and storage here. You can book a boat for a fishing trip, or find Malpais’s only sailboat. Malpais Fish Market Many people […]
September 21, 2012Comments Off on Fishermen’s Beach and Market in MalpaisRead More
Sunset Reef is one of the very best surf spots in the Mal Pais area, but few people surf it because you need a vehicle to drive to it, and most surfers staying in Santa Teresa are happy with the waves in front of their hotel or rental villa. For those who want a bit […]
September 21, 2012Comments Off on Sunset Reef – a Soul Surfer’s ParadiseRead More
Playa Los Suecos is a place with many names. It’s also called “The Malpais Secret Beach” or Punta Murcielago. It’s one of the most beautiful spots on the Nicoya peninsula, and a favorite of visiting photographers because it’s so photogenic. Cick for Better Quality HD VIDEO: Playa los Suecos Malpais – HD Quality A White […]
September 20, 2012Comments Off on Playa Los SuecosRead More
Montezuma and Santa Teresa designers, models, photographers, and cinematographers came together at Anamaya Yoga Center in Montezuma on August 2-3, 2012 to combine their talents for photography sessions and fashion and circus shows. The event was a benefit for Montezuma’s new recycling center, located in Delicias, as well as to bring awareness to the community […]
August 22, 2012Comments Off on Montezuma Fashion Shoot and PartyRead More
Many people ask me about whales… where are they, how can we see them, what time of year, etc? Costa Rica is famous for whales, and there are many species that come here seasonally, to have their babies in its protected bays and coves. Humpback Whales The most common type of whale that you may […]
August 18, 2012Comments Off on Whale WatchingRead More
Kelly Mason is a top-level photographer and cinematographer who lives in Montezuma with her two kids. One of the most experienced visual artists living in Costa Rica, Kelly has worked in Hollywood on various big-budget movies since the 1980’s. Her last movie credit was as a camera operator on “X-Men: The Last Stand” in 2006. […]
August 13, 2012Comments Off on Kelly Mason, Cinematographer and PhotographerRead More
Madeleine Morton is a professional photographer and web designer who has lived and worked in Montezuma for over twelve years. She’s available for your wedding, or other photography jobs such as if you need your rental villa or hotel photographed. In addition, she’s a great person with a fun attitude, who’ll you’ll truly enjoy working […]
August 10, 2012Comments Off on Madeleine Morton, PhotographerRead More
Cassandra is an artist who lives on the beach between Montezuma and Cabuya, enjoying the tropical beach lifestyle and doing her art. Some of these paintings are quite large… 10 feet across or more. Cassandra’s art is inspired by the local environment and Costa Rican culture.
My new favorite restaurant, Clandestina is not to be missed by food lovers staying anywhere near to Montezuma. Established in March 2015, Clandestina is the new kid on the block. The Oregon/Tico collaboration is a winner among locals and travelers alike, with artisan craft beers, made onsite by Butterfly Brewing Co. and delicious, exciting […]