Costa Rica is a place that I really want to visit someday. I want to preface this post with a note that I have collaborated with friends who have visited or live in Costa Rica + did my own extensive research + spoke to many of the businesses mentioned to help write this post. Thank you (you know who you are) for your time, suggestions + feedback! Costa Rica is a breathtaking natural wonder. In addition to world-class beaches, it has some of the most bio-diverse ecosystems on

Mark Wystrach, Cameron Duddy + Jess Carson of MIDLAND MIDLAND is a country music group that was formed in 2014 in Dripping Springs, Texas. The band includes, Mark Wystrach (lead vocals, guitar) , Cameron Duddy (bass, vocals) + Jess Carson (guitar, vocals). These men are bringing back the best of what made 1970-80’s country most renowned. Their catchy ballads, honky-tonk, + self-reflective songs are classic country. Through Big Machine Records, the band has released two EP

inger, songwriter + producer Matthew Koma understands the seismic power of a song, how the right melody at the right moment can shift the course of a career, or even a life. More importantly, he’s built his own career on listening, closely, instinctively + then putting in the work to turn inspiration into impact.

Enjoy my All Access Music interview with stand-up comedian, actress, musician and activist Margaret Cho