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
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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
When people visit Casa Roja, the first thing they usually ask about is crocodiles — and that makes sense, given our location right at the…
Dee ThaoJune 6, 2025
For travelers heading to Drake Bay, the Sierpe to Drake Bay water taxi is the most scenic and efficient way to get there. Each year,…
Dee ThaoJune 4, 2025
There’s something truly special about spending Christmas in Costa Rica. Across the country, you’ll feel the holiday spirit come alive in a uniquely tropical way.…
Dee ThaoJune 2, 2025
When people first hear about Bitcoin adoption in Central America, El Salvador’s Bitcoin Beach almost always comes to mind. It’s the place that sparked a…
Dee ThaoMay 30, 2025
If you’ve ever dreamed of traveling with nothing but your passport, your curiosity, and your Bitcoin wallet, Costa Rica is becoming one of the best…
Dee ThaoMay 28, 2025
The legacy of Sir Francis Drake, the famous 16th-century English seafarer, looms large over southern Costa Rica. A hero to the British and a feared…
Dee ThaoMay 26, 2025
