Super food: Low fat plain yogurt

Calcium is an important part of everyone's diet and at Sueno del Mar we try to provide everything your body needs…Lili makes this delicious parfait with fresh fruits and granola on Tuesday morning. She uses papaya, banana, strawberry and mangos which is accompanied by our homemade granola, giving you all the energy you need! If you are planning your Costa Rica vacation, try to stay on a Tuesday with us to enjoy this delicious breakfast!!

Little note:

Low fat plain yogurt is higher in calcium than some other dairy products and contains a good amount of other nutrients, such as protein and potassium. It can also be enhanced with other good-for-you substances. 

Look for plain yogurt fortified with vitamin D, and add your own fruit to control sweetness and calories.

You will feel right at home at our beachfront Bed and Breakfast located near Tamarindo, Costa Rica.

 

Costa Rica is closing its zoos!

Costa Rica has set a new standard for encouraging biodiversity and providing for the protection of native species in 2014.  The Simon Bolivar Zoo and the Santa Ana Conservation Center, the two public zoos in Costa Rica will shutter their doors and return the species residing in their exhibits to the wild and/or to animal sanctuaries if the animals cannot be released.  The parks will be converted to botanical gardens and visitors will be encouraged to enjoy wildlife in their natural environment.  

Costa Rica has a long history of protecting the multitude of species that inhabit its lush tropical forests.  Hunting and exhibition of animals in circuses is outlawed within the country’s borders.  The government has extolled the benefits of its new biodiversity measures that can be summed up with the words “no cages”.  Many environmentalists are content with the measures being put into practice, as many of the species kept in the country’s zoos can be experienced through the growing ecotourism market in Costa Rica.

Tour guides and resorts, such as our beachfront Bed and Breakfast, have put significant efforts into the ecotourism niche in recent years and many companies offer tours focused on experiencing local wildlife.  There is little doubt that wildlife will benefit in the long run from this exciting news.                

We are happy to coordinate a wildlife tour for you which may include hiking in one of our National Parks, watching sea turtles lay eggs on our local beaches or taking a boat ride down a river and seeing the exciting biodiversity that resides in the area.

Our beachfront hotel in Playa Langosta is the perfect setting for your next Costa Rica vacation.

Costa Rica's Tamales, a Christmas Tradition

During this time of year in Costa Rica, we have one of our great family traditions: making tamales, prepared with stuffed chicken or pork with vegetables and rice. On a beautiful summer afternoon, grandmothers with grandchildren gather to have fun and cook Tamales, clean banana leaves and prepare the strings to tie it all together! In Costa Rica, we prepare the most delicious tamales!

The holidays here in Guanacaste fall during our summer time and come with the "Christmas winds", cool breezes that keep our temperatures just right for our guests who come in search of tropical warmth and fun in the sun.





If you're wanting to escape the cold, contact us and make your reservation!  We still have a few rooms available during the first three weeks of December!

Our beachfront hotel in Playa Langosta is the perfect setting for your next Costa Rica vacation.

Photo from: http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamal

Did you know? We have no army in Costa Rica!

The Costa Rican army was abolished on December 1, 1948 by President José Figueres Ferrer after a successful victory during the Costa Rican Civil War. While this may seem like it would pose a serious threat for the country, there are several benefits to this decision. Ferrer became revered after this decision and Costa Rica had soon become considered a civilized nation as opposed to those that still maintain their military. By abolishing the military, they were "forced" to find alternative methods in handling the various threats that any country would face, which ended up providing a new twist on safety and accountability throughout our country.

There are various Latin countries that may face the trouble of military takeovers. By abolishing the military, Costa Ricans have found a peaceful balance when dealing with political issues. This has helped build and maintain our population far better than those from many in the world would expect. We have national health care and on average have a longer life expectancy. Much of the past military money is also diverted to education and therefore our children receive better quality education and better opportunities. 

These changes promote peace, understanding, and a somewhat carefree demeanor amongst the general Costa Rican population. The natural beauty of the country remains, as well. These factors are what make us the perfect Latin America country to visit on vacation! While other Latin countries may have dangers that lurk outside of their resort beaches, exploring outside of the box is not a potential threat in Costa Rica since most residents are happy to embrace tourists with open arms! Visit us in Costa Rica on your next vacation and truly be inspired!  

You will feel right at home at our beachfront Bed and Breakfast located near Tamarindo, Costa Rica.