Volcanoes are nature’s hot spots

Volcanoes are nature’s hot spots

The most spectacular and exciting feature of Costa Rica´s central and northern mountain ranges are the active volcanoes that form their high summits.Active not just a millennium or two ago; several of your friendly neighborhood volcanoes are still going strong. These...
Another day of grace | Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Another day of grace | Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Saturday, June 15, 2013 Writen by Andrea MacEachern The Final Leg of my Costa Rica Adventure – A Night at the Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa, a Mighty Volcano and my First Run-in with a Very Poisonous Snake I arrived at The Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa late...
The Weather in Arenal Volcano

The Weather in Arenal Volcano

Arenal Volcano is a very famous and an international tourist spot. It is known as the best holiday spot in Costa Rica. The favorable weather makes it a perfect vacation destination for outdoor activities. Some of the outdoor activities enjoyed by tourists in Arenal...
Tortuguero National Park, the adventure

Tortuguero National Park, the adventure

The fertile Atlantic coast slope drains into the Caribbean Sea at Costa Rica´s remote northeastern border with Nicaragua, along the San Juan River. Here, the Barra del Colorado Wildlife Refuge and the 20,000 hectare Tortguero National Park, do their bit to protect...
A hiking experience in Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

A hiking experience in Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Lying on the southern flank of Arenal Volcano, just 2.7 km (1.7 miles) away at an elevation of 735 m (2.411 ft) above sea level, and enjoying spectacular views over Lake Arenal, Arenal Observatory Lodge is the ideal place to DISCOVER the volcano, EXPLORE nature, and...
Costa Rica Local Foods | Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Costa Rica Local Foods | Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

The most typical dish in all Costa Rica is “Gallo Pinto”, “red rooster”, a rice and bean dish served with breakfast and sometimes lunch. Different recipes include herbs or garlic, but the basic ingredients are always black beans and rice, bell peppers and onions....