Journal

Letters from
Nosara

Surf reports, Blue Zone living, local guides, and stories from the Playa Guiones community.

Nosara, Costa Rica — founders story

Why We Left New York

We kept coming back to Nosara. The surf. The jungle. The way time moved differently here. Eventually, we stopped leaving.

Surfing Playa Guiones, Nosara Costa Rica

Surfing Playa Guiones

Six kilometres of beach. A consistent break that works for almost every level. What to know before you paddle out.

Nalu Nosara villa pool and jungle

Why Nosara Is the Perfect Family Surf Destination

A world-class surf break, private pools, a jungle playground, and a pace of life that slows everyone down — including the kids.

First time visiting Nosara, Costa Rica

First Time Visiting Nosara

Getting here, when to go, what to expect. Everything you need before your first trip to Nosara, Costa Rica.

Jungle path in Nosara during green season

Nosara in Green Season

Bigger surf, greener jungle, fewer crowds, and rates that make it genuinely accessible. The rainy season is Nosara's best-kept secret.

Nosara Blue Zone Costa Rica

What does it actually mean to live in a Blue Zone?

Nosara is one of five places in the world where people live measurably longer. Here's what researchers found — and what we notice every day.

A week in Nosara Costa Rica

A week in Nosara: what to eat, do, and explore

Seven days in Nosara from the people who live here. Restaurants, surf breaks, hidden beaches, waterfall hikes, and when to catch the turtles.

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