One of the best ways to choose accommodations for your next vacation is to read the reviews. You can peruse all of the websites and social media accounts you want but the details you won’t see often come from the reviews themselves. So if you are considering staying at our luxury villas in Costa Rica, [...]
With the price of air travel ever increasing we all want to find ways to save a buck on airfare. More money saved on plane tickets means more money splurged on the vacation, right? While most of us are confined to certain travel dates for our family vacation it doesn’t mean we can’t find [...]
Christmastime in Costa Rica is a season of lights, music, merriment, and holy traditions. As a mostly Roman Catholic country, Christmas in Costa Rica is spared a lot of the typical commercialism in lieu of the more sacred principles of the season. And while they may take the midnight mass a bit more seriously than [...]
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’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 [...]
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! [...]
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, [...]
