This 3-bedroom condominium at Los Sueños Resort is the true Costa Ricanexperience. It is the ideal stay for a group of family or friends seeking to explore the wonders of Costa Rica. This luxury condo’s detail and privacy ensures that everyone will enjoy the Pura Vida...
ESCAPE TO LAKE ARENAL
ESCAPE TO THE HEART OF LAKE ARENAL Lake Arenal Hotel is considered beautiful primarily because of its spectacular natural setting and the warm, welcoming atmosphere it offers. It is located overlooking Lake Arenal, providing stunning panoramic views of the lake itself...
Swim, Hike, Repeat: Hidden River Canyons of Turrialba
Swim, Hike, Repeat: Hidden River Canyons of Turrialba Where the Wi-Fi dies, but your spirit lives on. What makes the river canyons around Turrialba so special? Turrialba's hidden canyons are wild, water-shaped playgrounds where trails lead to plunge pools and the...
Birding with Binoculars and Bad Jokes in Palo Verde
Where the birds soar, the mud sucks, and the puns fly faster than the jacanas What makes Palo Verde a top birdwatching spot in Costa Rica? Palo Verde National Park is a wetland wonderland that draws flocks of rare and majestic birds year-round.It’s not just a national...
Whale Tales and Water Trails: Kayaking the Pacific with Giants
What makes kayaking with humpback whales in Costa Rica so special? Kayaking alongside humpback whales offers a quiet, intimate view of these ocean giants—an experience far more magical than watching from a crowded tour boat. During August and September, Costa Rica’s...
Why Ticos Love July (and You Should Too): The Cultural Magic of Costa Rica’s Mini Summer
What is the “Veranillo” and why does it matter in Costa Rica? The Veranillo de San Juan is a short dry spell in July that breaks up Costa Rica’s rainy season, giving locals and travellers a burst of sunshine. This unexpected patch of blue skies and golden sun is more...
Sleeping Giants and Fiery Beasts: Costa Rica’s Volcanic Soul
Introduction to Costa Rica’s Volcanic Landscape The Land of Fire Costa Rica’s beauty is more than skin deep. Underneath its rainforests, cloud forests, and pristine coastlines lies a turbulent geological engine. With over 60 volcanoes, including five currently...
Costa Rica’s Undercover Volcanoes: Tenorio, Miravalles, and Barva
Costa Rica is famous for its volcanic beauty, but most travelers only ever hear about Arenal, Rincon de la Viaja, or Poás. Hidden behind the fame of these popular giants lie lesser-known treasures—Tenorio, Miravalles, and Barva—volcanoes that are just as stunning,...
Poás Volcano Costa Rica: Where Beauty Boils Beneath the Surface
Poás Volcano: Costa Rica’s Fiery Crown Jewel Poás Volcano isn’t just another mountain—it's one of Costa Rica’s most photogenic and dangerous natural attractions. Rising 2,708 meters above sea level in the Central Valley, this active stratovolcano boasts one of the...
Invest in paradise
At Costa Rica Luxury Lifestyle, we specialize in premium real estate for discerning investors seeking not just a home but a lifestyle. Led by Olga M. Barber, a trusted expert with over 18 years in luxury hospitality and property investment, we help you acquire...
Gulf of Nicoya Fishing Ban: How Costa Rica Protects Its Marine Life
Every year from May 1st to July 3rd, Costa Rica presses pause on most fishing activity in the Gulf of Nicoya, one of the country’s most ecologically rich and economically important marine regions. This isn’t just a seasonal timeout—it’s a carefully timed strategy to...
We Foraged in a Storm and Ate What We Found: A Jungle Survival Feast With Thunder on the Side
It started with a crack of thunder and a dare. Two people, one basket, no recipes, and five hours in the Costa Rican jungle during a proper wet-season downpour. Our mission? Forage what we could, cook it in the wild, and eat it before the next thunderclap knocked our...