Tamarindo Blog

 Are you bummed that Summertime is ending? Feeling hesitant to break out the sweatshirts and long johns? For many of our friends in the USA and Canada, Winter is coming which means thick wetsuits and cold swells. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Take the classic...

Over the past several weeks, many of you have called or emailed us to ask about the possibility of hurricanes hitting Costa Rica. For everyone who’s called, there are always several more people with the same question. Maybe this topic has been prevalent lately because...

  When people travel to Tamarindo or other parts of Costa Rica for the first time, they are often surprised at some of the cultural differences; not of the people, but the amenities offered in their vacation rental. Typical accommodations rarely reflect the...

  Tamarindo is one of the best honeymoon destinations. It is romantic, secluded yet with tons of activities, has amazing nature, gorgeous beaches and beautiful sunsets and night skies.  Tamarindo is one of Costa Rica's most popular beaches due to its easy...

After you have spend the day exploring all of Tamarindo’s activities, it is time for a sunset cocktail, a scrumptious dinner and a night out on the town. There is always something going on at night in Tamarindo. Times and events can change on a whim, so check before...

  Although Tamarindo is named after Tamarindus Indica, a tart but tasty legume originally indigenous to tropical Africa, the trees are not all that prevalent on the beach. Most restaurants that serve Tipico (Costa Rican) food, will have the tart juice on their...

Costa Rica was named Rich Coast by Christopher Columbus in 1502, and with good reason. Bordered on two sides by ocean, it is an anglers paradise. Costa Rica's temperate climate allows for year round sportfishing for a variety of fish such as sailfish, marlin, tuna,...

Okey so you are still not sure if Costa Rica is the place for you? Maybe it is too expensive? Well yes it is more expensive than most countries in Central America but I am going to list the top 7 things you can do right here in Tamarindo that will not cost you a...

If you have the pleasure of living in or visiting Tamarindo, there are two things you’ll see on a regular basis: surf camps and yoga studios. Tamarindo does tend to foster active lifestyles in general, but you will always see surfers headed to the beach, and yogis...

If there is only one thing you should know about Tamarindo, and Costa Rica in general, is that there are waves. There are waves up north, down south, and pretty much anywhere where salt water is touching sand. But it’s just as important to know that not all waves are...

Each morning, my boyfriend, Sean, and I sleep in until about 9 a.m. -we rarely set an alarm. More often than not, we wake up to the bustling of the coffee shop next door. We each order a cup of fresh-brewed coffee and a breakfast of fresh scrambled eggs and gallo...

Below are my 9 favourite places to eat in Tamarindo that offer gluten-free options. Depending on how strict you are, or how sensitive you are, your milage may vary at these restaurants. As always, it’s best to ask questions so you can be sure what you are ordering is...

  Coffee – it’s as central to Costa Rica’s identity as lush jungles and rich biodiversity. In fact, café played a defining role in Costa Rica’s history and economy since the late 18th Century. Production originated around 1779 in the Central Valley region, near...

You can meet that very famous movie star walking undercover in the streets of Tamarindo and the next second be stuck with your car in a muddy road. Fashion is all about comfort, sweating, and still looking good. You always know that the wind and your complete day can...