Author Archives: Brad

Melinda Whitaker Jazz Vocalist Visits Costa Rica

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Brad

In January of 2012 renowned Canadian jazz vocalist Melinda Whitaker visited Guanacaste in Costa Rica. She performed three dinner concerts with local latin jazz group Los Mojitos, featuring Warren Alani on piano, Brad Moodie on bass and Don Bruch on … Continue reading →

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Latin Dance Band – Cumbia, Merengue, Salsa, Bachata

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Brad

If you are looking for a lively latin dance band for your wedding reception or corporate event in Costa Rica, check out Swing Seis based in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. This band is available to play in hotels and resorts throughout … Continue reading →

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Costa Rica Vs Panama – Car Prices

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Brad

There is a huge difference in the cost of cars between Costa Rica and neighboring Panama. In general, cars in Costa Rica can cost twice as much as in Panama. This is because the Costa Rica government has a large … Continue reading →

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Property For Sale in Guanacaste Costa Rica

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Brad

I am not a realtor and I do not sell properties directly. However, I sometimes have friends who would like me to advertise something on my website. I have one friend who has a large lot of land and a … Continue reading →

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A Night Of Jazz at La Finisterra Hotel in Playa Hermosa

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Brad

Canadian jazz vocalist Melinda Whitaker will be visiting Costa Rica and she will be performing at La Finisterra Hotel in Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. There are two dates confirmed, Friday January 27 2012 and Friday February 3 2012. Melinda … Continue reading →

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Speeding Fines In Costa Rica

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Brad

Over the past few years, prices have been steadily increasing in Costa Rica (except property!). In the past I think people from North America and Europe were attracted to the low cost of living and high quality of life in … Continue reading →

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Waterfall Near Caňas, Costa Rica

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Brad

Today I visited the beautiful waterfall near Canas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. The name of the waterfall is Cataratas Llanos Del Cortes, and it is located near Bagaces, which is ten minutes west of the town of Canas. It is … Continue reading →

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Destination Weddings At Hotel Capitan Suizo in Costa Rica

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Brad

Yesterday I played at a wedding ceremony and cocktail reception at Hotel Capitan Suizo in Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. What a great place for a wedding! The hotel is located just outside of Tamarindo on the road to Langosta, right … Continue reading →

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Arenal and Monteverde

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Brad

One of my favorite places to visit in Costa Rica is the Arenal area. Monteverde is also a great place but the problem with Monteverde is the terrible roads to get there. You need a 4×4 truck and it takes … Continue reading →

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