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Surf’s Up in Costa Rica – Best Beaches to Hang Ten

Friday, May 24th, 2013

Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned pro, there’s no shortage of stellar choices when it comes to surfing in Costa Rica. Straddled by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, the country has over 800 miles of gorgeous shoreline, and a slew of surf spots where you can test your mettle on epic point breaks, or learn the basics amid gentle waves. Leave your wet suit at home – the water temps hover around 80 degrees – and get ready for some serious fun and adventure while hanging ten in the land of Pura Vida.

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Planning your vacation: surf seasons

If you’re wondering which months are best for surfing certain beaches, here’s a general summary:

Central and Southern Pacific beaches (Jaco, Playa Hermosa, Esterillos, Bejuco, Manuel Antonio, Dominical and Pavones) peak between May and November, which coincides with the country’s rainy season.
Caribbean Coast (Puerto Viejo and Playa Cocles) enjoys its biggest swells from November through the end of March
Northern Pacific & Nicoya Peninsula including Nosara, Tamarindo, Playa del Coco, Avellanas, Playa Grande, and Santa Teresa/Mal Pais have the most consistent waves, but December through April are considered the best (more…)

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A Costa Rica Vacation to Remember – Escape to Paradise with Your Buddies

Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

With 2011 drawing to a close, it’s time to sit back and think about the most memorable moments of the past year. For Matt Ivoanni and his buddies, the memories of their Costa Rica vacation are going to last for many more years to come.

Matt Iovanni and friends in Tamarindo

Matt and his five friends stayed in an Escape Villas vacation rental positioned just outside the top beach and sun vacation destination of Tamarindo in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
“I had the privilege of spending a week outside of Tamarindo in a waterfront villa. It was an amazing place,” explains Matt.

Costa Rica Vacation Rentals – a hassle free getaway

If you are still deciding on where you want to go for your next vacation, why not try a Costa Rica vacation rental? (more…)

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UNESCO awards Costa Rica Wildlife Reserve

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011

A Costa Rica Wildlife Reserve has been recognized as one of the best 28 in the world. According to The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), The Water and Peace Biosphere (La Reserva de la Biosfera Agau y Paz) located in the north of Costa Rica is one of the top wildlife reserves due its commitment to fighting climate change. It is one of the most bio diverse areas of Costa Rica nature.

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Costa Rica Wildlife Reserve combats climate change

This highly esteemed recognition was awarded to this Costa Rica Wildlife Reserve recognizing the efforts of the community to reduce carbon emissions. The representative of UNESCO John Baker said that the Costa Rica wildlife reserve has implemented a sustainable development model to combat climate change and sought to involve the local community in achieving its mission.

A community effort to protect Costa Rica Nature

La Reserva de la Biosfera Agua y Paz was created by UNESCO in September 2007. Located in the north of Costa Rica it consists of a total of 916,000 hectares distributed within the provinces of (more…)

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All aboard the Costa Rica Surf Bus – Taking you to the best Costa Rica surfing hotspots!

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2011

The Costa Rica surf bus is a great way to visit the best surfing hotspots and make some likeminded buddies along the way. If you’re looking for an action packed Costa Rica adventure, jump aboard the country’s very first surf bus.

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Costa Rica surf bus visits the best surfing hotspots

The world-class Costa Rica surf conditions attract avid wave riders from all over the globe and if you want to focus on tackling the waves rather than the roads the Surf Bus is the perfect mode of transportation.

If you are planning a Costa Rica surf vacation, find out more about how the surf bus can get you to the best hotspots in the country.

• The Costa Rica surf bus offers transportation for surfers and tourists to all the main beaches on the Pacific and Caribbean Coast, with plenty of space for your trusted surfboard, free of charge!

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An extended Costa Rica vacation – relocating to paradise!

Monday, October 31st, 2011

Costa Rica is not only a popular beach and sun vacation destination, escaping the concrete jungle may be a dream for many, but the “Pura Vida” life has become a reality for a lucky few. An article published in PROA magazine on Sunday 9th October details how many expats have left their fast paced lives in Europe and North America and are living in Costa Rica. Those interviewed are quick to point out that Costa Ricans should be more appreciative of their surroundings.

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A Costa Rica vacation turns from weeks into years

La Nacion journalist, Alonso Mata Blanco opens his report with the story of Marc Hauser a 53 year old American who visited Costa Rica for a two week vacation 19 years ago, and never left. “It was love at first site, seduced by the mountains, the absence of an army, the warmth of the people and of the sea, more than anything the sea.” Blanco lives in Playa Hermosa, Puntarenas and he’d only been in Costa Rica for three (more…)

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Arrive in Style! Costa Rican Liberia International Airport Terminal Opens October

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011

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Heading to Guanacaste, Costa Rica for your beach vacation in October? Get ready to be welcomed in style as the new Liberia Airport Arrivals Terminal officially opens in early October 2011.

New Liberia Terminal Gets Set to Receive Record Breaking Tourist Arrivals

In the first semester of 2011, Liberia International Airport registered a 27% increase in Costa Rica tourism arrivals compared to the same period of time in 2010. A total of 100,864 tourists have touched down at the Guanacaste Airport in the first six months of the year. (more…)

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Supermodels, Pop Stars and Hollywood Celebs Enjoy Their Costa Rica Vacations

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

Want to know where the Hollywood celebs head for on their summer vacation? In recent weeks a steady stream of supermodels, pop stars and Hollywood celebs have been spotted gracing the glorious beaches of Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

Supermodel Gisele Bundchen’s Beach Fun with Son

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Gisele Bundchen loves Costa Rica so much she enjoyed a destination wedding here. Known for owning ocean front property in Guanacaste, the world’s top earning Brazilian supermodel was spotted enjoying the surf at Santa Teresa beach with her toddler son.

Playa Santa Teresa is located on the Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica, and is a world famous destination for surfing. With some of the most breathtaking scenery, serene sunsets and pristine white sands, Playa Santa Teresa offers great surf throughout the year. In fact, Playa Santa Teresa was even named one of the top 10 most beautiful beaches in the world, according to TripAdvisor.com.

This particular piece of Costa Rican coastline has a great set of sandbars turning up some sweet waves that can range from 3ft to 10ft in height.

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