Costa Rica is no longer a destination solely for backpackers looking to rough it in the jungle. You can enjoy a luxurious experience all while maximizing your experiential travel exploits with the guidance of locals and professionals. Pura Vida House is one of the top all-inclusive luxury villas in Costa Rica with 24/7 personal concierge [...]
If you are planning to visit Tamarindo Costa Rica beaches…get ready, because there is a lot to see and do! Not only is Tamarindo a bustling little beach town, but there are plenty of things to do in Guanacaste – the Costa Rican province in which Tamarindo resides, so there are several day trips you [...]
More and more often, people are choosing active vacations over relaxing vacations. Traditionally, active vacations were sport-specific, primarily focusing on hiking, cycling, and skiing, or watersports such as scuba diving and surfing. These types of vacationers tended to forego creature comforts in pursuit of their preferred sport, but a new type of vacationer has emerged [...]
Have you been considering a vacation in Costa Rica, but aren’t sure which area is right for you? There are many different areas to consider when planning a trip to this small Central American country. From jungles to beaches to mountains to cityscapes, the Costa Rica provinces are as diverse as the microclimates that make [...]
If you’re a nature lover who also happens to love golf, then add golfing in Costa Rica to your bucket list! A golf vacation in Costa Rica will provide you with some serious time in nature, all while working on your swing at first-rate facilities. Don’t believe a small country like Costa Rica can [...]
People often ask, “do Costa Ricans really say Pura Vida?” The simple answer is YES! Particularly along the coast, you will hear Costa Ricans using their signature phrase. It can mean a lot of things but the simple answer is, life is too short to be anything but happy! The History of Pura Vida [...]
When you visit a Costa Rican waterfall, you are truly immersed in the essence of Pura Vida, or Pure Life. The sound of the rushing water, the crisp ionized air, and the refreshing pools will wash away all the troubles of modern life and leave you feeling completely refreshed and rejuvenated. It’s like a shower [...]
If you’re looking for a beautiful beach to hit up during your Costa Rica vacation, you’ll soon discover you are spoiled for choice. In fact, there are roughly 300 beaches on the Pacific side of the country alone! This is where you will find some of the best beaches in Guanacaste, which is a northern [...]
Having a destination wedding in Costa Rica is like a built-in vacation for you and your guests, especially if you stay at an all-inclusive vacation rental like Pura Vida House. Our ideal location and our 24-hour concierge service is always available to help you and your guests make the most out of your stay in [...]
There is nothing like a friend’s trip in Costa Rica to get you back into international travel. The country’s diversity means there is likely a climate for every taste, from beaches, to volcanos, to mountains, to major metropolis centers. And thanks to its small size, you can likely discover a few microclimates during your trip! [...]
