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! [...]
With year-round tropical climate and miles of protected land, Costa Rica was made for outdoor adventures like hiking. Luckily, some of the best hikes in Costa Rica can be found around Tamarindo Beach and Pura Vida House. Many of these hikes can be found on a popular hiking app called All Trails, while others take [...]
Pickleball camps for adults have been gaining popularity over the past few years and pickleball is even starting to rival tennis as the most popular game for couples. Why is this sport with the silly name becoming so popular and will it overthrow tennis as the best sport to be played on a court? Let’s [...]
Whether you are coming to Costa Rica having never surfed a day in your life or as a grizzled shredder, there are several options for surfing at all levels near our all-inclusive vacation rentals at Pura Vida House. In fact, both the best places to learn to surf and some of the most infamous surfing [...]
One of the simplest and best ways to get to know a culture is to sample its cuisine. Every country has its own unique flavors and recipes, and like every country in the world, there are a few must-try foods and drinks in Costa Rica that every visitor should sample before they leave. Visitors to [...]
Costa Rica has quickly become a popular destination for a couple’s getaway and friend’s trip. The hot travel destination tends to appeal to both the adventurous nature lover and those who want to relax at the beach. So, whether you are planning a reunion or anniversary, tennis or pickleball vacay, bachelor or bachelorette party group, [...]
While travelers still value their safety above all else, convenience seems to have been put on the back burner since the start of the pandemic. Well, all that is finally starting to change! Recent updates to Costa Rica Covid restrictions are great news for travelers and those working in the tourism industry. And while things [...]
