You may have heard that Costa Rica is one of the world’s happiest countries. And that may make you wonder, is there some secret to Costa Rica wellness, well-being, and general happiness? As it turns out, there isn’t. (Well, that took a turn.) Joking aside, it’s true: It’s not a secret. It’s 2023 and there’s plenty of research into the science of happiness: What makes humans happy? What increases our...
When it comes to luxury villas in Costa Rica, the obvious receives the immediate spotlight: the sheer luxury of space is on full display here. Whereas the average luxury hotel room measures 650 square feet – and splash-out suites usually top out around the 1,000 square-foot range – and even modest vacation homes are 1,250 to 2,500 square feet, top-of-the-line, luxury homes often eclipse 5,000, 10,000, or even 17,500 square...
“Luxury” is a relative term. What does it mean to you? To us, a Costa Rica luxury vacation is an emotional experience. It is authentic and different, with a little bit of special thrown in. You know what luxury entails. You know what you hope from your travels. But you may not know what to expect from and in Costa Rica. This will help. Because in a word, Costa Rican...
When considering the best places to visit in Costa Rica or even the top things to do in Costa Rica, there are many considerations. For the sake of this post, we’ll simplify it down to a few of the most standout, awe-inspiring, spectacular experiences you can have in the country. We’re talking about the sites, the moments, and the destinations that fill you with wonder and imprint themselves on memory...
The Merriam-Webster dictionary may define luxury (ˈlək-sh(ə-)rē) as “a condition of abundance or great ease and comfort : sumptuous environment,” but we know that there is no one, universal consensus on what is luxurious. Likewise, there are many preferences on and understandings of luxury homes in Costa Rica. As this is our wheelhouse, we thought we’d provide a bit of insight: What can be considered luxury in Costa Rica? Even...
There’s something special about browsing your top luxury homes in Costa Rica, whittling it down to your absolute favorites, and then dreaming about all the moments and memories waiting to be had while on vacation. For many of us, many of those moments revolve around a spectacular pool. And in this, Costa Rica delivers. Oh, does it deliver. From curves and infinity edges to ocean views and solar-powered hot tubs,...
Congratulations! Planning your wedding is one of life’s most joyful and awaited moments. And choosing from among your favorite Costa Rica wedding destinations only adds to the excitement and anticipation. Before you commit – to a destination and plan, that is! – we wanted to offer a few tips, a bit of advice, and some planning know-how. Because we’ve hosted many weddings and wedding couples, and we’ve learned quite a...
Costa Rica is an undeniably magical place. Our things to do in Guanacaste, Costa Rica highlight some of the best, the brightest, and the most unique of that magic. From blue rivers and steaming volcano fumaroles to giant sea creatures and the world’s most endangered tropical ecosystem, we’re taking you to and through some of our favorites – and sometimes, off-the-beaten-path – sights in our province. Enjoy! Rio Celeste: The...
Looking for the best restaurants in Tamarindo? That could be a tall order. Because, while Tamarindo may measure just a mile from tip to tail (that’s north to south), it’s as close as Costa Rica’s sandy beach towns come to a bursting metropolis. What we mean by that is that Tamarindo is packed with great places to dine, shop, relax, and be entertained. And you could spend every breakfast, lunch,...
When you think of the best months to visit Costa Rica, the answer largely depends on you. What do you seek from your time in Costa Rica? When do you have vacation time? What do you want to do while you’re here? These questions will determine your best season to visit Costa Rica. So, first things first: Costa Rica’s rainy season officially runs from April/May through November. At least, it...
