The Best Places to Eat in Uvita, Costa Rica
Words by George Frost
More often than not when our guests book with us here at Bodhi Surf + Yoga, they email us asking about our home, Bahia Ballena – Uvita. What’s the most common thing we get asked about? Food! It’s only right that, as food lovers ourselves, we create a comprehensive guide for where to eat here in…
Is It Ever Too Late to Learn to Surf?
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” – Chinese Proverb We get this question a lot from prospective guests, and it makes…
Costa Rica, A Great Destination For First-Time Travelers
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
My name is Hannah Walsh and I am 19 years old, and a firm believer in the benefits of travel and all that can be learned through experiences abroad. I’m from Massachusetts,…
10 Reasons to Visit Costa Ballena This Winter
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
Ah, November. Crisp autumn air and beautiful foliage are behind us, and we are all looking forward to holiday feasts and spending time with family and friends. For those of us who…
Potable Water in Costa Rica Means Less Chance of Getting Sick
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
A common concern that many travelers have when considering where to take their vacation is, “how clean is _______?” This is obviously a worry because if you only have a week or…
Pranayama: Control of the Breath
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
This is part four of “Following the Eight-Limbed Path”, a series about Ashtanga yoga, read part three here Inhale. Exhale. Repeat. Breathing is something that comes naturally — we breathe without even…
Asana: Control of the Body
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
This is part three of “Following the Eight-Limbed Path”, a series about Ashtanga yoga, read part two here I roll out my mat when it’s still dark outside, the birds are still…
10 Breathtaking Photos from the Marino Ballena National Park
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The Marino Ballena National Park was Costa Rica’s first national marine park and is one of the jewels in the country’s national park system. Bodhi Surf + Yoga resides within the community of Bahia…
Top 5 Boo-boos to Expect at a Surf Camp
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
*This post was originally authored by Adrianne Chandra-Huff, Co-founder of Bodhi Surf + Yoga Note: this blog post does not address serious or life-threatening surf-related injuries or chronic ailments that affect…
Visiting Nauyaca Waterfalls: Hiking or On Horseback
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The Nauyaca Waterfalls are a gem of the Southern Pacific Zone of Costa Rica, and you have an opportunity to visit them either by horseback tour or by hike. The tour company and…
What You Need to Know About Zika if Traveling to Costa Rica
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
In January, 2016, reports of the “new” mosquito-borne Zika virus started making waves around the globe amid speculations that it may be linked to a birth defect called microcephaly as well as the…
Snorkel Trip to Cano Island
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
Embark upon an all-day, island-hopping adventure with Bahía Aventuras, a locally owned tour company that is dedicated to sustainable marine practices. Explore the aquamarine waters of one of the top-rated snorkeling destinations…
The Scaredy-Cat’s Guide to Surfing in Dominical
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
*This post was originally authored by Adrianne Chandra-Huff, Co-founder of Bodhi Surf + Yoga Despite having lived in the Costa Ballena area for over four years, I have only surfed in Dominical…
