LIVING – online platform
Connecting People Through Media
We believe the best discoveries happen when the right people, places and ideas come together.
LIVING is an independent publishing and media brand rooted in Costa Rica, created to help people discover the businesses, experiences, destinations and stories that make a place special.
What began as a regional print magazine, has grown into a broader vision: a connected brand that brings together curated content, local knowledge, print publishing and digital discovery.
Our purpose remains the same — to connect people with what is worth discovering.
WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
A Magazine Built on Discovery
The LIVING brand first launched under Costa Ballena LIVING in January 2014 with a simple idea: to showcase the people, businesses and lifestyle that make Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast such a remarkable place to live, visit and explore.
“I saw an opportunity to create something really meaningful for the local community, a ressource to be proud of and that can compete in an international sphere.”
– Nikki Whelan, Editor-in-Chief
She goes on to say “Definitely to be more than just an advertising directory. I always aim to produce a publication that inspires readers, celebrates local entrepreneurs and helps people discover what made this region unique.”
With a background in marketing, hospitality and publishing, Nikki understood the power of bringing a story, a brand and an audience together. She wanted to apply that experience locally, creating a publication that served both the businesses building this community and the people looking to discover it.
That idea eventually evolved into a National Brand under the name of Costa Pacifica LIVING. Pushing print publications through COVID and never missing one edition in the last 13 years, publishing bi-annually.
HOW WE’VE EVOLVED
From Local Magazine to LIVING Brand online
Over the years, the publication has grown alongside the region itself. We’ve documented its changing communities, celebrated its trailblazers, explored its lifestyle and helped readers discover the people and places that give the coast its character.
As the region evolved, so has our vision.
Today, we’re building on that longstanding experience all the entire coast of Costa Rica to bring the LIVING brand into its next chapter — connecting print, digital content and curated discovery under one broader vision.
LIVING BRAND MOOD BOARD INSPIRATION FOR 2027
OUR APPROACH
Curated Costa Rica
We believe discovery should be thoughtful.
There is no shortage of information in the world. What matters is knowing what is worth your attention.
Through our publications and online platform, we bring together stories, places, businesses and experiences that help people connect more meaningfully with Costa Rica.
We do the discovering and vetting so you can discover what’s truly worth your time.
BEYOND PRINT
Discover More Online
LIVING is growing beyond the printed page.
Our online platform creates space for stories, regional knowledge, businesses, travel, lifestyle and the experiences that make Costa Rica worth exploring.
It’s an opportunity to keep discovering between editions, reach new audiences and create more ways for readers and businesses to connect.
EXPLORE OUR PRINT MAGAZINE PUBLICATIONS
Costa Ballena LIVING
The definitive local guide to life on the coast.
Discover advertising and partnership opportunities in our annual Costa Ballena LIVING 2027 edition.
Advertise with Costa Ballena LIVING print magazine in 2027.
Costa Pacifica LIVING
Our flagship lifestyle publication, celebrating the people, places, properties and experiences of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast.
Advertising opportunities and partnership information will be available on our dedicated page coming in December 2026.
THE NEXT CHAPTER
LIVING began with a belief in the power of storytelling and connection. That belief continues to guide everything we do.
As our publications evolve and our online presence grows, our mission remains clear: to connect people through media, celebrate what makes Costa Rica distinctive and help our readers discover what is truly worth their time.
Contact us directly at costapacificaliving@gmail.com.
