The Beauty of Guanacaste's Golden Hour In Las Catalinas, we continue to enjoy Guanacaste’s summer season. Temperatures persist in the high 30s (around 100°F), with light trade winds still moving through the area carrying the refreshing scent of salt air throughout town.
The Spirit of Play in Las Catalinas Take a walk down memory lane and imagine the days when children roamed freely, playing outside until the streetlights flickered on. For Charles Brewer, Las Catalinas’ founder, this nostalgic childhood vision inspired a mission to recreate that sense of freedom in ...
Guanacaste Greenery: Native Plants for Las Catalinas Exteriors When it comes to landscaping in Las Catalinas, it is hard to beat the beauty and resilience of native plants. Here are a few recommended species that thrive in the Guanacaste region:
Celebrating the International Day of Happiness Las Catalinas invites community members to join in celebrating the International Day of Happiness today. While it is a day to be happy, of course, it is also a moment to remember that happiness is a fundamental human goal. The UN declared March 20th ...
Green Beginnings: Welcoming New Team Members with Trees As of April, as part of a new Las Catalinas’ staff onboarding process, all new team members will have the opportunity to plant a tree in town’s farm, Finca La Estancia. The primary goal of this new activity is to promote the smooth integration ...
Town’s Charming Pathways Cobblestones, bricks, and tiles form the picturesque pathways and streets of Las Catalinas, and this aesthetic choice offers more than just visual appeal. These traditional materials have been intentionally selected to enhance the experience of walking through town.
Greenery in Town: Blending Beauty with Purpose When Las Catalinas was established, eighty percent of the acquired land was dedicated in perpetuity to the restoration of a tropical dry forest reserve. This deliberate decision enabled town to develop in symbiosis with its surroundings and maintain a ...
Witnessing Bioluminescence Along the Coastline Bioluminescence is one of the most breathtaking experiences in Costa Rica. This natural light show, created by a chemical reaction in a kind of plankton known as Dinoflagellates, illuminates the dark beaches along the country's Pacific Coast with a ...
Tamarindo International Surf Film Festival Today marks the beginning of the 2024 Tamarindo International Surf Film Festival. With its focus on surf culture and cinematic artistry, the festival celebrates the profound intricacies of the human experience through modern surf documentaries
A Look Ahead: Opportunities to Stay Social, Enjoy the Outdoors, and Nourish Your Body Las Catalinas hosts a variety of monthly events designed to foster community connections, encourage physical activity, and enhance the enjoyment of town life. Here is our shortlist of fun activities open to the ...
Ready to Roam: Las Catalinas Trails Open All Las Catalinas' hiking and biking trails are now fully open for exploration. Following scheduled maintenance on sections including A3-A5, A6-A5, and A5-I1-B7, these trails will be reopened today, offering an enhanced experience for outdoor enthusiasts.
Tropical Dry Forest Birding in Las Catalinas April heralds one of the most splendid periods for birdwatching in Las Catalinas, offering clear skies and calmer winds. With its varied ecosystems ranging from lush rainforests to coastal mangroves, Costa Rica provides a diverse range of habitats for ...
Coastal Spectacle: Brown Pelicans Flocking to Playa Flamingo It's sunset on Costa Rica's Pacific coast, and the sky is dotted with V formations of birds gliding synchronously, their beaks pointing the way to the evening's roosting spot. These are brown pelicans, which are found in great numbers ...
On Tour in Las Catalinas: Plaza Lucía While strolling through town, you might occasionally overlook familiar spots. Nestled in the heart of Las Catalinas you will find Plaza Lucía, centered around a shady, native ceiba tree. The plaza’s rounded shape with open air makes it a naturally social space.
Extreme Heat Conditions Expected to Persist until Monday The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) announces that the North Pacific region, including Las Catalinas, will continue to experience temperatures close to 40°C (104°F).
Paying Tribute to Guanacaste's Inspirational Women on International Women's Day Today, in honor of International Women’s Day, we share an event supporting the advancement of gender equality in the Guanacaste region. The Chorotega regional headquarters of the Universidad Nacional, about one hour ...
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