Playa Tortuga, nestled in the charming Ojochal area, offers a serene and picturesque coastal experience for visitors seeking a tranquil escape. This pristine beach, known for its golden sands and crystal-clear waters, provides a perfect setting for relaxation and nature appreciation. The beach is renowned for its wildlife, particularly the turtle conservation efforts that take place here. Visitors may...
Uvita cascade and inviting swimming hole. I had to take a dip to cool off in this beautiful spot... Check out our Dominical Property Facebook page and “Like Us” for more updates and Paradise Pics of the...
Costa Rica is visited by approximately 2 million tourists per year and each comes here for various reasons, but all enjoy the country’s natural beauty no matter what area they visit. With so many micro-climates, activities, and sights; this country truly offers something for everyone. The following is a list of must see’s and do’s. Zip-Line Tour – These tours are in every part of Costa Rica...
Going to the dentist is a one of the least favorite places for most people to visit. Whether they are scared of possible pain, the sound of the drill, or even just the price of the procedure can often be painful on your wallet. Well, in Costa Rica you still may experience the first two causes of anxiety and fear, but at least any dental procedure here will cost you a fraction of the cost you are used...
The La Paz Waterfall Gardens is one of the most visited parks in Costa Rica and located less than one hour from San Jose. This is a great day trip from any hotel in San Jose with a beautiful drive through coffee farms and rolling pastures of grazing dairy cows. You can also go on nearby coffee tours or visit Poas Volcano, but in order to do everything it would be best to stay at the Peace Lodge Hotel...
Costa Rica is World famous for its offshore Sport Fishing and the opportunity to catch Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi, Tuna, and more. There are tourists that come here just to fish these rich Pacific waters from Tamarindo in the North, Los Suenos in Herradura and Quepos for the Central Pacific, and Puerto Jimenez in the Southern Pacific Zone. Although the offshore fishing is the most popular...
This awesome video filmed recently in the Dominical area of Costa Rica is a perfect example of what an adventure packed vacation to Costa Ballena includes. Or better yet this could be your daily life in paradise!!! I hope you enjoyed this taste of life in the Southern Zone! Come on down and see for yourself why this is a truly special place to live or visit. Please check us out at:...
Manuel Antonio National Park Manuel Antonio is the most visited National Park in Costa Rica and as the saying goes, “there are more Monkeys than people.” The park itself is amazing with spectacular scenery and white sandy beaches, not to mention teaming with wild life. The Manuel Antonio area has some of the finest hotels and restaurants in all of Costa Rica with many offering absolute...
Playa Matapalo is a beautiful pristine beach located in between Dominical and Quepos/Manuel Antonio. Offering miles of secluded sandy coastline to explore and fun waves to surf and play make this one of the area’s best beaches. Many tourists and buyers alike overlook Playa Matapalo and want to be in Manuel Antonio or Dominical, but it really is an ideal location between the two. You can be at the...
Once again Costa Rica has been determined the Happiest Planet on Earth in the annual Happy Planet Index (H.P.I.) by the New Economic Foundation. The study ranks countries in terms of life expectancy, the amount of well being experienced by the local population, and environmental impact. Costa Rica has been in the top 3 since the formation of the first H.P.I. in 2006 and has been #1 for the past 2...