Costa Rica Info - Vacation / Retirement / Real Estate

Costa Rica has gained more prominence in recent years as a vacation and retirement destination. The miles of almost deserted beaches, the incredible spring-like climate of the central highlands region, and the excellent, low cost medical and dental services have made Costa Rica a retirement choice for many.

If you have never been to Costa Rica, you should plan first to take a leisurely vacation there and explore the different areas of the country. Although most people's dream is to live or retire on the beach, the reality is that many beach places are more remote and away from conveniences, good shopping and medical services. Also, climate is a factor, and many people tire of the higher temperatures and humidity, and then relocate to the higher elevations, which are rated by National Geographic as some of the best climate in the world. Use the links below to explore some information, travel and services websites about that beautiful country that I have visited.


Small Costa Rica Hotel in Escazu, Near San Jose
Looking for an intimate and luxurious, boutique hotel overlooking the city lights of the Central Valley? Then Casa El Dorado is the perfect place for you, whether you are vacationing in Costa Rica or traveling on business.

Costa Rica Bed and Breakfast / Boutique Hotel
The Ama Tierra Hotel / Bed and Breakfast & Wellness Center - a relaxing, natural getaway vacation for honeymooners, birdwatchers, and a retreat for holistic, herbal medicine and therapeutic massages and treatments.

Costa Rica Bed and Breakfast, Near San Jose Airport, Heredia
Casa Holanda bed and breakfast is an intimate, boutique home in Heredia, Costa Rica, near the San Jose International Airport, with your host, composer, pianist, musician, James Nathaniel Holland.

Costa Rica Hotel & Bungalows, Puerto Viejo for Surfing Trips!
Hotel Cashew Hill Lodge, Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica, is a small hotel with bungalows on a hill overlooking Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica - a famous surf spot know as Salsa Brava.

Costa Rica Eco-Hotel & Nature Lodge by Two Volcanoes
The Celeste Mountain Lodge is within a pristine, protected primary cloud forest, and we adhere to a philosophy of sustainable tourism, with low environmental impact and eco-friendly practices.

Costa Rica Dental Clinic, Cosmetic Dentistry
Colina Dental Clinic, with a staff of experienced cosmetic dentists and oral surgens, offers first class dental services at affordable prices.

Costa Rica Art Gallery
Amodeo Art Gallery displays paintings and sculptures from many established Costa Rican artists, as well as some from Central America. We also feature creative works by new artists.

Costa Rica Yoga - Meditation Courses
Sat Yoga Institute offers healing and wellness retreats, advanced spiritual transformation seminars, and ongoing courses in psycho-spiritual development. The Sat Yoga Institute is dedicated to helping all beings achieve liberation.

Costa Rica Vacation Rentals in Manuel Antonio
Find the best luxurious vacation rentals near Manuel Antonio Park - rent a house with a chef, all meals included - a complete package holiday.

Ex-Im Bank Financing - Import & Export Financing
Finex Trade Group SA, a Costa Rican company is a lender of ExIm Bank supported transactions focusing on medium and long term business loans by agreement with the Export Import Bank of the United States.

Costa Rica Beach Hotel - Surfing on Playa Grande
The Rip Jack Inn is a favorite among surfers as Playa Grande is just steps away for some of the greatest, easy surf in the country. We have our own restaurant, overlooking the beach and ocean, and offer yoga classes as well.

Costa Rica Hotels, Vacations, Travel, Luxury Tours & Packages
Costa Rica licensed travel agency and ground operator offers the best of Costa Rica with honeymoon packages, family vacations, selection of recommended beach hotels and adventure tours. Also, you could plan your trip to Costa Rica as a 'medical / dental vacation'. The money you save on medical services will pay for your vacation!

Costa Rica Vacation Rentals - Luxury Homes in Mal Pais
Costa Rica Beach Rentals specialized in high end, exclusive rentals in the Mal Pais / Santa Teresa Beach area of Costa Rica, known for its excellant surfing.

Costa Rica Map - Online
Costa Rica Maps, driving directions and travel guide - Detailed maps and directions to San Jose, Manuel Antonio, Arenal, Monteverde and many other destinations.

Costa Rica Limousine Services
Jaguar Limousine Service in Costa Rica has Custom Lincoln Stretch Limousines and Lincoln Towncars for you business trip, wedding, or special event. Travel in style in Costa Rica.

Costa Rica Car Rentals by Sixt International
First class, new and late model car rentals by Sixt Rental Cars of Costa Rica assures you the best in quality transportation for a care-free vacation.

Costa Rica Rent a Cars by Service Car Rentals
Service Car Rentals offers good value on quality cars and 4 wheel drive utility vehicles with many drop off points within Costa Rica.

Costa Rica Vacation Rentals
The best of Costa Rican luxury rental villas, houses and condos in Manuel Antonio, Dominical, Flamingo Beach and the Guanacaste area.

Costa Rica Art - Workshops, Art Journals
Costa Rican Artist and painter, Jan Yatsko, has art workshop tours that teach creativity training and art journaling, all while traveling throughout Costa Rica, experiencing the nature and culture.

Costa Rica Canopy Tours, Manuel Antonio
The best of Costa Rican canopy rides in the Manuel Antonio area - the longest zip lines, training and professional guides for your safety and nature adventure.

Costa Rica Vacation Rental Home / Villa
TThe ultimate in Costa Rican tropical vacation living, this is a beautiful villa overlooking Dominical Beach area in the secluded Southern Pacific Region.

Costa Rica Cloud Forest / Rainforest Lodge - Birdwatching, Orchid Farm
For the nature traveler interested in sustainable tourism and the best in birdwatching, orchids in the wild and nature hiking, The Bosque de Paz, 'Forest of Peace', Lodge / Hotel offers everything.

English Language Costa Rica Newspaper
The Tico Times publishes two newspapers in English - one for Costa Rica and one for Nicaragua - The Nica Times.

Surfing in Costa Rica Costa Rica is a great place to go surfing and has been really discovered. Imagine, some of the best surf in the world, AND warm water! Check out these sites below for good surf spots and surf trip packages.

Costa Rica Surf Trips - Surf Camp Tours
Solaz Adventures provides professional instruction to beginners and advanced surfers alike. Check out their great packages to the Playa Grande surf beach in Costa Rica, that include yoga lessons and all your meals and staying at a hotel right on the beach.

Costa Rica Surf - All Girls Surf Camp!
Only for girls! You'll get great instruction in surfing by experienced women surfers, and packages include nature walks, yoga sessions in the rainforest, all your meals, lodging, and, of course, the company of other like minded surfer girls.

Costa Rica 4 Star Hotel Near San Jose Airport
The El Rodeo Country Inn is located only 10 minutes away from the Juan Santamaría International Airport, and in the heart of the lastet, bustling business and commercial district, Santa Ana / San Antonio de Belen. Try the El Rodeo Steak House - some of the best steaks in the whole country for over 27 years.

Luxurious Boutique Costa Rica Hotel in Escazu / San Jose
The White House Hotel, Spa and Casino in Costa Rica has a Presidential Cigar Bar, gourmet restaurant, helipad and full spa - a perfect place for you vacation or business trip to Costa Rica.

Costa Rica Planned Communities - Lots, Houses, Condos
Here's a unique summary of all the different gated community developments for living, retiring, or to use as vacation rentals.

Costa Rica Bed and Breakfast
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean near the town of Montezuma, Horizontes de Montezuma Hotel and B&B is the perfect relaxing setting out in the country, and serves the best home made breakfast rolls and pastry.

Costa Rica Vacation Rentals in Dominical
Two beautiful, ecological houses in a tropical rainforest overlooking the Pacific Ocean - does this sound like your next holiday dream? Then, Paradise Costa Rica has two rental villas for you!

Costa Rica Surf Trips & ROXY Approved Surfing School
Learn to surf if you are a beginner, or get expert instruction if you're an accomplished hotdog surfer from this surf center on Hermosa Beach - one of the hardest beach breaks in the world.

Luxury Costa Rica Surf Hotel Surf the waves at Cahuita Beach, or go to Salsa Brava in Puerto Viejo, shoot the tubes, and then return home to the most deluxe and private eco-bungalows on the Caribbean area.

Costa Rica Luxury Hotel / Villas, South Pacific Five waterfalls, 13 acres of tropical rainforest in an exclusive setting for honeymooners or a romantic getaway, with surfing, horseback riding, yoga and tours are available.

Costa Rica Newspaper in Spanish

The Presidential Palace of Costa Rica Website

Get the Current Weather in Costa Rica

Registro Nacional de Costa Rica - Find Real Estate Property Ownership Information

Banco Cuscatlan - Popular Private Bank in Costa Rica, Real Estate, Business

University of Costa Rica Website

And, of course, my brother's established real estate company - Emerald Forest Properties. He will help you locate the right property for living, retiring or investing in Costa Rica.

 

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