Oropendola Bird: A Spectacle to Behold

Learn more about the Oropendola Bird and their Unique Mating Rituals The bird is called the Oropendola (often, and understandably, misspelled as “Oropendula”). It’s a largish bird that looks black from a distance but is actually dark brown, with bright … Read More

Learn more about Talamanca

The Goddess Garden is located in Talamanca. The canton of Talamanca is located in the extreme southeast of the province of Limon, Costa Rica. It is comprised of the districts of Cahuita, Bratsi, Telire and Sixaola, the area which has the … Read More

What to Do on Rainy Day in Costa Rica

There are two seasons in Costa Rica, rainy season and dry season. Some parts of the country are rainier than others, but if you are in Costa Rica between May and November, you can expect to experience some rain – from … Read More

Costa Rica: Among Happiest Places

Costa Rica is getting something right. The Central American country of stunning beaches, rainforests, and biodiversity, is also known for its stable democracy and educated population. Its president, Carlos Alvarado Quesada, said at Davos 2019: “Seventy years ago, Costa Rica did … Read More

Learning About Red-Eyed Tree Frogs

Type: Amphibian Family: Hylidae Range: The Red-Eyed Tree Frog is found from Southern Mexico to eastern Panama including Central America. They are found more on the Caribbean coast of Cost Rica and in small numbers in the lowlands on the pacific side. They … Read More

Costa Rica’s Indigenous Community

The Bribri are an indigenous people of Costa Rica. They live in the Talamanca Canton in Limon Province of Costa Rica. That is about 35 minutes away from teh Goddess Garden. They speak the Bribri language and Spanish. There are … Read More

Save the Sea Turtles!

The endangered Leatherback Marine Turtle The leatherback sea turtle population is in high risk of extinction, and human activities are to blame. Things such as plastic waste, construction along the coastlines, fishing line, toxic chemicals (including petrol), and poaching and … Read More

Costa Rica: Happiest Places on Earth

Happy Planet Index Costa Rica has ranked high on the Happy Planet Index for the past three years; coming in at first place in the Americas, and twelfth in the world. The HPI is based on the general principles that … Read More

The Best Thing To Do in Cahuita

Visit Cahuita National Park The Cahuita National Park is one of the nicest and least developed beaches in Costa Rica. Additionally, it protects the largest coral reef in Costa Rica. It is a special place known for it’s beautiful white … Read More

New Year's Resolution Yoga

Retreat Planning – Starting the Process

The Good Stuff Hosting a yoga retreat is a great way to share your passion on a much deeper level. You have time to focus on your intention, and to connect with your students in a meaningful way. And you … Read More