Bienvenidos!
Immerse yourself in the beauty and magic of Costa Rica's northern pacific coast
with this collection of unique accommodations, personal travel experiences, resources, and inspiration for your own adventures.
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The Joop Files is a collection of information for anyone visiting Costa Rica, with a particular emphasis on the northern pacific coast of Guanacaste Province.
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Nestled just north of the beach town of Tamarindo is our little slice of paradise, Playa Prieta. This somewhat hidden spot is a jewel in a region with numerous jaw-dropping beaches. My husband, son and I are fortunate to call this hamlet home. The Joop Files features
distinctive accommodations,
restaurants, activities and unique experiences and other information to help you find inspiration for your travels in Costa Rica. Pure Vida!
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Eat.Yoga.Drink
Costa Rica Retreat
Eat.Yoga.Drink (EYD) is an innovative concept established by yogi Erin Sonn which offers traditional vinyasa flow yoga in nontraditional spaces. Instead of a practicing in a typical yoga studio, EYD holds classes in a wide range of spaces - from brew pubs and vineyards to public parks and baseball fields. Erin's goal is to make the experience accessible and fun for everybody. But EYD is more than just yoga, it is also a way to engage with the community, meet new friends, experience different venues and to clear your mind.
Thanksgiving 2018 Eat.Yoga.Drink will take the fun on the road and travel to Guanacaste, Costa Rica for a completely untraditional spin on the traditional holiday. This immersive one week program will introduce you to the culture, activities and people in and around Tamarindo on the stunning pacific coast. READ MORE
Diamante Eco Adventure Park
Perched above the Macul River and nestled in the rainforest outside of San Ignacio, Belize near the Guatemalan border, sits the spectacular Black Rock Lodge (BRL). This isolated location is home to almost 400 species of birds in addition to numerous other wildlife, and is truly an escape from the everyday. If you need room service, air conditioning, television, and a reliable internet connection, this is not for you. But, if you would enjoy watching toucans feasting on tropical fruits as you sip your morning coffee, horseback riding to ancient Maya sites, hiking along dramatic mountain ridges, or swimming into dark caves to explore small passages, then you will love every moment of your stay at this remote paradise. READ MORE
Mojo Surf
For those who seek out wildlife rich destinations far off the beaten path, the Galapagos Islands is a must-see. Whether you are an active traveler who wants to snorkel, kayak, swim, or dive, or someone who prefers more leisurely activities, you can do it all in the Galapagos and see a diverse array of animal life literally at your feet. I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to travel to the Galapagos Islands multiple times and each trip has been a completely different experience filled with awe-inspiring moments. READ MORE
One Love Ocean Divers
Aluxes (ah-loosh-es) are mythological Maya creatures that like to play tricks on people, especially travelers, if their conditions are not met. Rarely seen, the Maya believed that once in their good graces, Aluxes offer protection and serenity. Not surprisingly, imbibing and sharing copious quantities of certain Mexican beverages are allegedly a way to spot and garner favor from Aluxes. Nestled in a beachfront location along the popular Playa Norte on Isla Mujeres, it’s not hard to imagine how the Privilege Aluxes’ name was derived. For the Aluxes have clearly bestowed tranquility upon this modern beach retreat, making our stay here both relaxing and an ideal base for explorations of this colorful island. READ MORE