From United States to Paradise

Having just arrived back from the "United States" on Wednesday, it has been an adjustment to relax and enjoy the "Nature" of the "Rain Forest Jungle" just outside my door. "Florida" has certainly faced it's challenges within the last 2 years since I last returned. I am glad to be back sitting on my Porch with "Toucans and other Wildlife".

My Husband surprised me with yet another of his "Jungle Landscape Paintings" this one of a "King Fisher". I expect alot of "Tourists" to come and enjoy the "Volcano Arenal" and protected Environment that surrounds this Majestic Natural Wonder.

My Mother is facing "New York Snow", "Florida has Tropical Storms", I will take my "Rain Forest Cabin" minutes from the number one "Tourist Destination" over the taxes and unpredictable weather in the "United States" any day.

So, give up the Turkey for "Thanksgiving" or treat yourself to a "Christmas" Vacation here in "Costa Rica".

For more "Rain Forest Jungle Photographs and Paintings" visit my website at william-patterson.artistwebsites.com

No Snow here just Nature, Animals and Adventures.

William Patterson

Wildlife Artist

La Fortuna Costa Rica

Colorful Bird Watching in Costa Rica

The Beauty of "Birds" here in "Costa-Rica" can keep you occupied daily, trying to document "Bird Species" that thrive here. There is a little family run "Eco-Lodge" by "Volcano Arenal" with just 7 "Cabins set in the Rain Forest Jungle".

"Arenal Oasis Lodge" is a perfect location for a "Costa Rican Vacation". Just 5 minutes from the "Volcano Arenal" you will experience "Nature" at from your "Private Rustic Teak Cabin".

With Walking Trails through 8 acres of "Rain Forest Jungle" over 130 "Bird Species" can be found within this " Green Jungle Habitat".

"Jungle River Rest"
"Landscape Painting"

The Beauty of the "Rain Forest Jungles" has inspired me to "Paint Jungle Rain Forest Paintings" Jungle Rain Forest Paintings some of my "Paintings" can be found in the "Cabins" of this Ecological Resort. 

"River Landscape Painting"
Mot Mot a Rare Tropical Bird
"PRIVATE GUIDED BIRD WATCHING TOURS"

"Ornate Hawk Eagle"

"Laughing Forest Falcon"

"Crimson Fronted Parakeets"

Colorful Birds of the Jungle Rain Forests

"Colorful" that is a word that describes the "Wildlife in the Jungle Rain Forests of Central America".

"Toucans the most Colorful Bird", that thrives in the "Green Jungle Rain Forests". Toucan this "Wildlife" Photo is a "Chestnut Toucan" one o the Largest of the 4 "Bird Species here in Costa-Rica.

"Nature, Colorful Birds and the Green of the Jungle Rainforests", have given me and endless supply of "Animals and Landscape Painting inspirations".

" Jungle Landscape Paintings and Photographs" can be found on my website william-patterson.artistwebsites.com

"Bird Watching Tours are also available " Private Guide just for you, If you are a "Bird Watcher", A "Customized Birding Tour" will be awaiting you here in "La Fortuna" home to "Arenal Volcano".

Adventures await you ...

William Patterson

Wild Life Artist

La Fortuna , Costa Rica

Tours Personalized for You in Costa Rica

"Tours" when you go on "Vacation", especially to somewhere you have never been, you never know what to expect. This was my situation 10 years ago, my Husband  Bill and I traveled to "La Fortuna for the the first time. We were just here on "Vacation" to escape the heat of "Florida".

"Green Arenal Volcano"
The View we have now from our Home 

Well, we fell in love with this "Country of Green" kind of like Ireland. 

We were lucky enough to fine a Great "Eco-Lodge" with "Colorful" Flowers and a "Volcano View". Since "Retirement" from "Florida" we moved to "Costa-Rica" for an affordable Life.

The reason I am writing this Blog is for those "Tourists" seeking to "Vacation" in a "ecological" destination and not face the pitfalls that can be found online. I would like to introduce you to "Johan Peraza" a very good friend who has lived in "La Fortuna" for 15 years, he is experienced in "Nature, Adventures" but most of all he speaks perfect English and Spanish (of  course) for he has lived in the "United States" for years.

"Johan Peraza"
Personalized Tours

"Volcano Arenal"

If you are seeking a Guide for "Adventure Tours" tailored to your needs and budget, I highly recommend Johan. He will listen and advise you on what might be best for you, and meet you when you arrive at the home of "Arenal Volcano" and the "Green Rain Forest Jungles" that surround her.  Johan built cabins at an Eco-Lodge set in the Rainforest, or their is a Private Home with Spectacular Views available for you "vacation". Contact information is Direct from the "United States" 01150683462245 or naturalwondersarenal@gmail.com

Ring of Fire Arenal Volcano Costa Rica

"Volcano Arenal"

I just found this Article by "Tourism-Review" speaking of the Beauty of the "Volcanoes" of "Costa Rica". I happen to live at the Base of the most Famous Volcano "Arenal Volcano". I live on the side bordered by the "Protected Rain Forest Jungle" teaming with "Wildlife". 

On a Daily Basis we have "Toucans, Butterflies" and other "Animals" that are lucky enough to have a "Green" Environment Protected by Costa Rica. 

With "Tropical Birds" this is a haven for "Bird Watchers" Worldwide. 

Tourists find the "Adventures" a Lifetime Memory. If you are thinking of taking a "Vacation" I have lived here 2 years since "Retirement" from the "United States" and will help you with "Eco-Friendly" Lodges, and "Private Tours".   Here is the view from our front porch A Painting by my Husband

"Landscape Painting"

For the "Tourism Review Article on the Volcanoes of Central America" see

Eco Tours Costa Rica Volcano Arenal Accommodations

"Eco-Tours" is ever more popular here in "Costa Rica. With "Rain Forests" surrounding "Arenal Volcano" in Central Costa Rica, adventure never ends. "Ecology" is the main them of the "Country of Green". After "Retirement" I left "Florida" and the stress of the " United States". For 2 years, I have enjoyed the "Costa Rican Animals" that I see daily, for my Home is 300 yards from the "Rain Forest" at the Base of "Arenal Volcano".

"Volcano Arenal"

"My Eco-Friendly Home"

I see "Tourists in Town daily, they are all looking forward to the "Wildlife Adventures" that are offered here in "Costa Rica". The "Rain Forests" are  so many different shades of Green during the day, you will be amazed. I am lucky enough to have found an excellent peice of "Real Estate" at the Base of  the "Volcano"  

Since, I am an American and have lived here for 2 years, I thought I would write this for all the "Tourists" and "Adventure" seekers thinking of taking a "Vacation" or enjoy the "Animals of Costa Rica"..

"Crimson fronted Parakeets"

"Howler Monkey Family"

"Private Cabins"

"Johan Peronal Tour Guide"

"Jose at Front Entry cabin"

"Vacations" you never know where to stay or what to expect, I have a suggestion for you for a "Family Friendly Ecological Lodge" with just 7 "Cabins" set in the "Rain Forest" and offering "Jungle Night Tours" this is an Clean, Affordable and Educational  experience for those "Nature Lovers"  /

Rainforest Cabin Accomodations  with so many things to see here, Zip Lines through the Rainforest, "Volcano Lava Tours", "Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge" the staff at "Arenal Oasis" can provide it all..Reservation are needed

from the "United States" call 0115062479-9526. We spend our days Enjoying the Weather here mid 80's to mid 70's at night...so pack those bags time for a Vacation.... for other pictures of the area visit my website at

Wildlife Prints and Paintings for Sale  check in "Lonely Planet" excellent Ratings...Pura Vida (The Good Life)  Carol and Bill Patterson

"Senior Adventure Tours in Costa Rica"

If you think that you are too Old for "Adventure" Tourism, think again. "Arenal Oasis Eco-Lodge" http://arenaloasis.com/ . Imagine an "Oasis Adventure" of 7 Private Rustic Cabins of Teak Wood, with one and 2 Bedrooms with Kitchenettes. Just Half a mile to the "Waterfall" that run off "Volcano Arenal" one of the main "Tourist" destinations in "Costa Rica.

The Family Run Lodge has now put together a "Senior Adventure " Package for those that love adventures and "Nature". A Bi-Lingual Guide is available for daily tours or by the week, choose from Relaxing on the front porch of you Cabin and watching the Hundreds of "Bird Species" found on the 15 acres, with Towering Century Old Trees that line the Walking Trails leading to the River and Snake Gardens, Frog Ponds all with Birds sounds around you.

The average Temperature is 78 during the day and low 70's at night. After living in "Florida" for 30 years and as a Doctor I specialized in "senior care", I felt obliged to let you know that why sit at home in the " United States" for Costa Rica can be an excellent choice for a relaxing, safe vacation. Transportation is provided or you may choose to bring a rental car. Contact me at cocoavillage1@yahoo.com and I will answer all your questions.... Bill and Carol Patterson formerely of Cocoa "Florida" now of LaFortuna, Costa Rica

"Butterflies are Free"

Butterflies one the most Beautiful of Nature's Creations. Living here in "Costa Rica", I am surrounded by "Wildlife". I remember when I was a "Tourist" years ago, and seeing the "Butterfly Gardens" now living next to the "Rainforest" and "Arenal Volcano" I am surrounded by all "Colors, and sizes of the Butterfly Species".

"Costa Rica" know for Ecology and Nature offer the Best in the "Volcano Arenal Area".

To view more Photographs of the Wildlife, Nature, and Beauty of this Paradise of "green"

Carol and Bill Patterson  LaFortuna, Costa RicaButterflies and Wildlife of Costa Rica's Arenal Volcano

"Eco-Friendly Cabins in Costa Rica"

"Ecology" a word we all hear and never really experience it first hand. Here in "Costa Rica" just minutes from my home at the base of "Arenal Volcano", is a Hidden Paradise... "Arenal Oasis Eco-Lodge" is a Family run "Vacation" Oasis of 7 Rustic Cabins, from one to 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenettes all set on 18 acres of Canopies filled with over 130 "Birding Species". "Bird Watching at it's finest, from Private Cabins each with it's own Parking Spot and Lush Gardens in between, with Towering "Trees Overhead" this is the Hidden Gem in Eco Accomodations for "Tourists". Just minutes from "Arenal Volcano" one of the Top "Tourist" destinations in Costa Rica, which offers "White Water Rafting", "Watersports", "World Record Fishing on Lake Arenal", Zip Lines through the "Green Rainforests", and at the end of the day relax at one of the many Hot Springs flowing mineral water off the "Volcano" will relax you as you lay in Tiled lounges in the many different pools, or swim up to the "Bar" and enjoy a Volcano View.

This Lodge with Private cabins offers "Tourists" front porches to enjoy the Birds overhead, night "Jungle Walks", winding trails through Century old Trees even "Cocoa" pods a very rare tree (where chocolate comes from) line the trails.

Great Price Family Run, and a perfect tranquil private cabin, get away from the stress in the "United States". I spoke with my old neighbor in Florida today and it was 93 and humid, the high today here was 78 and no Humidity, the climate is just spectacular. Since retirement and relocation from "Florida" we have not regretted the relocation to this part of "Costa Rica". I now spend my days Painting, or photographing the many Birds and Butterflies that surround us here.

william-patterson.artistwebsites.com my website will show you all the Wildlife that will surround you here on Vacation. Come on Vacation and you may never go home....Bill and Carol Patterson lafortuna, Costa Rica

"Colorful Butterflies at the Forest Edges"

"Butterfly the true meaning of Nature's Colors". Living at the edge of the "Forest" in Costa Rica I have "Butterfly Species" of every color and kind flying around my Home daily. Since Retirement from the "United States" and the oppressive heat of "Florida", I find myself in perfect weather with Nature all around me.

"Wildflower Landing"

"Black and White Spotted"

With the "Rainforest" as my neighbor I am steps from all the "Wildlife" in the "Protected Green Mountain Pastures" at the base of "Arenal Volcano".

Since I sit in a "Micro-Climate" the "Birds, Butterflies and Animals all roam freely here. With "Tourists" flocking to the "Resorts just 2 miles away, I sit in my Cabin just half mile from the Famous "Waterfall" one of many "Waterfalls" that flow off the "Volcano". You may have seen this Waterfall on the "Television series Love in the Wild" which was filmed right here.

"Waterfall Landscape Painting"

"Red and Black"

"White and Beige"

"Orange Stipes"

These Butterflies and Landscape Paintings are available at Butterfly and Forest Paintings and Photographs

"Forest River Runs off Arenal Volcano"

"Forest River runs though the Jungle Rainforest" below "Arenal Volcano" in "Costa Rica".

"Fern Draped Forest River"

"Waterfall Landscape"
Forest and Jungle Photos and Paintings

"cavern of fallen Trees"

"Scarlet Macaws Resting "

"The Forest Floor"

Water flows off of the Volcano forming Springs, Rivers and "Spectacular Waterfalls", some of which flow into "Thermal Hot Springs" at nearby Resorts. This part of Costa Rica is the top "Tourist" destination for adventure. The Green Beauty that surrounds you is everywhere. I live yard from the "Jungle Rainforest" where the River Flows  through the "Jungle". There are ancient "Lava" rocks lining the banks,Huge Boulders from the "Volcanic Eruption of 1968". Nature surrounds you in this "Green Landscape". 

"Colorful Fern Forest Floor"

"15ft Green Fern Tree"

"Tropical Motmot"

Green is everywhere from the Trees, Ferns and animals. Green Fern Trees as tall as 50 feet high, drape over the "jungle river". On the "Forest Floor" are plants of every color, red, green yellow all this with "Birds of every Color" flying throughout the massive Green Rain Forest canopy.