Could it be ancient aliens? Standing in front of the perfectly carved stone spheres near Sierpe, you might just find yourself wondering. These mysterious orbs…
Dee ThaoJuly 23, 2025
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Let’s be honest — most visitors don’t come to Costa Rica dreaming of San José. Usually, you’re here for the wild coastlines, the rainforests, and,…
Dee ThaoJuly 16, 2025
At Casa Roja, we count ourselves among the lucky few who can say that whales have been spotted right from the living room. Yes, really…
Dee ThaoJuly 11, 2025
If you’ve ever dreamed of a river journey that feels like slipping through a living, breathing jungle storybook, the Sierpe River is exactly that kind…
Dee ThaoJuly 9, 2025
There’s wild, and then there’s Osa wild. Here at Casa Roja, we find ourselves tucked away in one of the most extraordinary corners of the…
Dee ThaoJuly 2, 2025
At Casa Roja, we believe a good day on the river or the sea deserves a proper tropical toast. In Costa Rica, that usually means…
Dee ThaoJune 30, 2025
Out here at Casa Roja, tucked away where the Sierpe River meets the Pacific, we like to think of ourselves as far off the beaten…
Dee ThaoJune 27, 2025
Is birdwatching one of the most popular midlife hobbies on the planet? It sure seems like it, and for good reason. Birdwatchers are a famously…
Dee ThaoJune 25, 2025
Estero Azul, just a short ride upstream from the town of Sierpe, might not look like a classic wildlife destination at first glance. The canal…
Dee ThaoJune 23, 2025
It’s hard to believe that something so tiny can be so dangerous, but the mosquito has more blood on its wings than any other creature…
Dee ThaoJune 20, 2025
If you’ve spent any time in Costa Rica, you’ve probably already noticed the humble plantain popping up everywhere, from breakfast plates to sweet afternoon treats.…
Dee ThaoJune 18, 2025
Costa Rican limes, known to the locals as limones mandarinas but technically Rangpur limes, might just be the greatest fruit on earth. They’re not your…
Dee ThaoJune 16, 2025
Forget the neon-colored cans of Monster, Red Bull, or whatever mystery energy potion you grabbed at the gas station. In Costa Rica, we go straight…
Dee ThaoJune 13, 2025
Yes, there’s a new Starbucks in Jacó. And yes, it has a drive-thru. If you’re in a rush for your triple-mocha-soy-latte-extra-foam-no-whip, they’ve got you covered.…
Dee ThaoJune 11, 2025
When people think about dangers in Costa Rica, their minds usually go straight to crocodiles, sharks, and snakes — in that order. It’s understandable. These…
Dee ThaoJune 9, 2025
