James DydeTen Songs that Shaped my Life in Central AmericaDisclaimer: Not all the music here is FROM Central America. In fact, none of it is. What we’re talking about is the music you’ll hear in…7 min read·Jul 22, 2020----
James DydeNicaraguans in Costa Rica Need Compassion, Not Pandemic ScapegoatingOne of the biggest talking points about the COVID-19 crisis in Costa Rica has been Nicaragua. As case numbers rise, so does…5 min read·Jul 14, 2020----
James DydeMy Mental Health Right NowI wanted to talk a little about my mental health, though, because we’re in dark times and maybe my ramblings will strike a chord with…7 min read·Jun 22, 2020----
James DydeCosta Rica Tourism Sector in Plea to President AlvaradoThe Costa Rica tourism industry issued a plea this week to President Alvaro on change.org.4 min read·Jun 12, 2020----
James DydeCosta Rica Tourism During COVID Survey ResultsThe results of a new industry survey show the Costa Rica tourism industry is growing frustrated with a perceived lack of government action…10 min read·Jun 1, 2020----
James DydeCosta Rica Football Rivalry (La Liga v Saprissa)As Costa Rica football (I would call it soccer but I just can’t) restarts, we take a quick look at the rivalry between San Jose’s Saprissa…3 min read·May 19, 2020----
James DydeFeeding the hungry in Caye Caulker, BelizeAs the COVID-19 depression bites harder in Belize, the owner of one of most iconic restaurants in Caye Caulker is raising money and…5 min read·May 18, 2020----
James DydeCrisis Heroes in Playa Hermosa, Costa RicaAs the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic bites harder and deeper, existing charities and organizations are pivoting away from…5 min read·May 12, 2020----
James DydeTamarindo, Costa Rica Unites Against Pandemic PovertyA look at how individuals and organizations in the beach town of Tamarindo, Costa Rica are uniting to combat poverty caused by the…5 min read·Apr 27, 2020----
James DydeLockdown Life In Central AmericaThe coronavirus lockdown is the new normal across the world. But outside of the “developed world”, in areas without any real social safety…7 min read·Apr 20, 2020----