Ballena Tales #83, South Pacific Costa Rica Free Magazine
Dear reader,
The summer of 2022 awaits you with intense blue skies without a cloud, the warm turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean are transparent, and the sand is burning hot. The full moon on the beach is an unforgettable experience, caressed by the silky air and the sound of crashing waves. You might even observe the bioluminescence that turns the surf iridescent and brilliant blue in the darkest hours of the night.
Dominical is one of the best-known surf in Central America and a vibrant hub for after-sunset events. Sharon and Dean dream of getting back to Dominicalito, their favorite beach. The tiny fishing village is a few kilometers to the south, with the boats swaying in the bay or anchored on the shore.

Uvita, which many call the capital of Costa Ballena, is our commercial center. We welcome Price Automotive Group and Osa Mini Golf in Uvita on board and thank them for trusting us to promote their outstanding initiatives. Legal del Sur provides crucial tax advice on active and inactive companies. Three more restaurants are on board: Fernando’s on the beach boulevard in Bahía, Café de Aroma near the gas station, and La Costeña on the way to Marino Ballena National Park.

More news from Costa Ballena is that Innoceana recently opened a Marine Education and Conservation Center (MCEC) in Ojochal. Andy Mann, a widely traveled visual storyteller, and an environmental photographer, was in attendance and donated some of his most treasured photos to Innoceana to help fund the new Center. See our interview with Andy.
In Ojochal, we welcome the Akka Institute, a sacred space nestled in the jungle, and the innovative MoodDeporte Sports Store in Plaza Ventanas.

In Ojochal, we welcome the Akka Institute, a sacred space nestled in the jungle, and the innovative MoodDeporte Sports Store in Plaza Ventanas.
We hope that the stories presented by our incredible team of writers help you better understand our area, the environment, and the animal world with whom we share paradise, the initiatives of the people who live here, and their hospitality.
Coincidentally, we have two articles warning of burning land causing devastating problems, especially for animals. Don’t only watch the destruction, get up, and alert 911.
Dagmar Reinhard, Editor
Ballena Tales Magazine and Travel Guide
Ballena Tales is an essential free guide and digital comprehensive magazine for travelers, residents, and investors covering Costa Ballena in the Canton of Osa in the South Pacific of Costa Rica. It is a fully bilingual, bi-monthly, and full-color digital magazine.
The magazine introduces the reader to the life of the local community, with interviews of pioneers, writers, and artists, as well as extensive information on restaurants, hotels, experiences, natural attractions, and wildlife of the South Pacific of Costa Rica.



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Don’t let your Neighbors go Hungry Tonight!
The Family Support Center of Ojochal cares about families distress and hungry children. And they have some ideas how you can help as well!



ITCZ – Intertropical Convergence Zone
It sneakily snakes her soggy way around the globe, bringing storms, floods, mudslides, misery and also, life-giving rains and reprieve to many areas around the tropical and sub-tropical world. This is the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ).



How to stay and experience Uvita
Lara Klüter used every minute in Uvita, since she came here as a trainee for Ballena Tales. She knows where to go, what to eat and what you definetly shouldn´t miss, when you come to Uvita!



Welcome to Dominical, your surf dream!
Dominical is the gateway to Osa, Costa Rica’s southern pacific. Crossing the bridge over the Baru opens a portal to an alternate universe of fun and excitement. Especially surfing brings attention to Dominical.



How to build your house and not die trying
Jose Guillen knows how to build houses. What´s his most important learning after being an architect for years? Let´s talk about it!
What to do, Where to eat and Where to stay…
- Activities and Tours
- Whale Watching Tour
- Natural Attractions
- Marino Ballena National Park
- Restaurants
- Hotels and Accommodations
South Pacific Costa Rica Beaches,
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