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...
What $300,000 Buys in Costa Rica Right Now: A Region-by-Region Guide with Real Listings and Advice from Local Agents
Looking to buy property in Costa Rica with a $300,000 budget? You’re in a sweet spot—high enough for serious options but still affordable by international standards. The key is location. Your money goes a lot further in some parts of the country than others, and each...
The Club at Coco Bay: Costa Rica’s Pickleball Paradise
With 12 lighted courts, luxury villas, and all-inclusive retreats, Coco Bay is leading the country’s pickleball boom—Pura Vida style. As the sun slips behind the volcanic sands of Playas del Coco, the warm evening air fills with the rhythmic thwack of paddles on...
Woolly Opossums: Costa Rica’s Fluffiest Night Watchers With a Secret Superpower
High up in the canopies of Costa Rica’s dense rainforests, a creature no bigger than a housecat carries out some of nature’s most important night work. The woolly opossum, with its plush fur, oversized eyes, and slow, deliberate movements, may look like a cuddly toy,...
Erupting Earth – 2025’s Fiery Wake-Up Call: Costa Rica and the World’s Most Active Volcanoes
🌍 A Planet Built on Fire Beneath our feet, the Earth never sleeps. From the steaming jungles of Central America to the icy plains of Kamchatka, volcanoes are constantly shifting, groaning, and—when they’ve had enough—exploding in spectacular displays of raw energy....
The Crocodile Whisperer of Tárcoles: The Man Who Swam with a Croc
In the heart of Costa Rica, where the lush jungle kisses the banks of the Tárcoles River, a man named Gilberto “Chito” Shedden became a legend. Not for conquering nature, but for forming a bond with one of its most feared creatures—the American crocodile. Known today...
Regenerative Tourism: Buzzword or Breakthrough?
A critical look at whether Costa Rica's tourism industry is truly giving back to nature, or just selling the illusion. What is regenerative tourism, and how is it different from sustainable travel? Regenerative tourism goes beyond sustainability by actively restoring...
In Love With Costa Rica: See the beautiful new home in Las Ventanas de Playa Grande
CASA ROBLES 47 Home and Guest House 2536 sq ft 4 Bedrooms 4.5 Bathrooms 2 Garages 11,363.5 s ft >Tropical Modern Design >Ideal Location >Gated community >Expansive backyard >Spectacular pool [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image...
Fashion Flash – Stay Happy In The Rain
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Are you prepared for the rainy season in Costa Rica? Before we know it, all the dust will blow away and the muddy roads will come back. As we move from hell-hot April into a greener, fresher May, some wardrobe adjustments...
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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...