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Paws & Reflect: the beach doggies of Playa Hermosa

Paws & Reflect: the beach doggies of Playa Hermosa

It’s the dogs days of summer all year round at Playa Hermosa, and not just because of the weather. Social Host Natalie tells the story of our local beach dogs, the famous 3 amigos, and of course, of our own camp pup, Vida.

Day Trip Series: Curú Wildlife Refuge

Day Trip Series: Curú Wildlife Refuge

First in our day trip series, an adventure to Curú Wildlife Refuge: “Once the trek starts to draw to an end, in the distance you will see an azul piece of paradise - approach with caution, because you will be blown away by its breathtaking beauty and might not want to return.”