Yoga Inspiration: Handstand

From the Blue Osa Yoga Mat… “Yoga is a practice of walking into your fear every day and facing it head on until there is no more fear.” Handstand is a part of our featured sequence for this month. Let’s face it, Handstands are really scary! Well at least for most people they are…most normal…

Easy 5-Ingredient Piña Colada Recipe from Costa Rica That Tastes Like a Vacation

Pina Colada on a beach with a white tropical flower, coconuts and a pineapple sitting next to it.

Do you like Piña Coladas? Just like Rupert Holmes’ classic 1979 hit Escape (The Piña Colada Song), everyone knows and loves this iconic tropical cocktail. But did you know you can recreate that blissful, beachside feeling with just five simple ingredients? Here at Blue Osa Yoga Retreat & Spa on the stunning Osa Peninsula of…

Blue Osa’s Banana Bread Muffins: A Guest Favorite from the Jungle

Freshly baked banana bread muffins with a golden, moist texture, topped with a light dusting of coconut flakes and served on a rustic wooden table.

Blue Osa’s deliciously moist banana bread muffins are one of our most beloved recipes. There is something about banana bread that just feels like home, and when you’re at Blue Osa, that’s exactly what we want you to feel. To be your home away from home. Your jungle home on the sea. Why Bananas Are…

Am I Ready for a Yoga Teacher Training? 3 Signs You’re Ready to Start

Yogi Aaron assisting a student during yoga teacher training at Blue Osa's open-air shala in Costa Rica

 “Am I ready for a yoga teacher training?” is one of the most common questions practitioners ask before enrolling in a 200-hour YTT. And it’s a fair one. The investment is real: time, money, and full attention for the duration of the program. Most experienced teachers will say the same thing: there is no perfect…

The Ultimate Summer Gazpacho: Sweet Corn Twist on a Classic

Brown ceramic bowl of reddish orange gazpacho soup with tomatoes and peppers surrounding.

At Blue Osa, we love creating dishes that follow three key principles: Our gazpacho with sweet corn checks all these boxes! This refreshing recipe is perfect for summer. It holds a special place in our hearts and history because it comes from Blue Osa’s original chef, Chef Marie. When Marie gave us her gazpacho with…

Unlock Your Body’s Natural Healing Power with Acupuncture

Woman lying on her stomach while an Acupuncturist places needles in her back.

Healing isn’t just a practice—it’s a journey. And at Blue Osa, nestled in the lush, untamed beauty of Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, that journey begins with intention and immersion. People from around the world come here to heal their bodies, minds, and spirits—many choosing to heal their body with acupuncture, yoga, and other holistic therapies…

Paradise Surprise Cooler: A Refreshing Costa Rican Cocktail Recipe

a starfruit cocktail with starfruits

Who says you can’t indulge in a cocktail at a yoga retreat? Welcome to the Buddah Bar at Blue Osa where we offer our guests beer, wine and a daily specialty, hand-crafted cocktail using fresh and local ingredients from our own garden! Our kitchen likes to use as many fruits, vegetables and spices from our…

Creamy Mango Smoothie With The Spirit Of India

Mangos are juicy, delicious and vibrant tropical fruits. But did you know that in addition to their sumptuous tropical flavor, this superfood delivers a host of nutrients supporting many health benefits including even the ability to lower the risk of certain cancers? Did You Know? At Blue Osa, this versatile and tasty fruit is available…