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A Beach Holiday: Christmas in Costa Rica

As a primarily Catholic nation, Costa Rica Christmas traditions are a huge part of winter culture, and Christmas in Costa Rica is a magnificent affair. You won’t find these festivals, foods, and traditions in one place anywhere else in the world. Celebrate the holiday season at Casa Teresa and discover how wonderful the holiday season is in Costa Rica! Festivals Festivals are a huge part of Christmas in Costa Rica, and they’re also what makes their Christmas celebrations so unique!  Festival de la Luz (Festival of the Lights) This event heralds in Christmas in Costa Rica. Held in the second week of…
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Extreme Hiking in Costa Rica: Santa Teresa Edition

Costa Rica is an ecotourist’s heaven. There are so many jungles, beaches, volcanoes, and waterfalls to discover that a single list couldn’t cover them all. For people who love a physical challenge as well as a nature trek, extreme hiking in Costa Rica is the way to go. Think you’re up to the challenge? Try out our top 5 most extreme hikes in Costa Rica. 1. Cerro Chirripó Peak, San José Province, Pérez Zeledón Cerro Chirripó is the highest mountain in Costa Rica, towering at 12,533 ft (3,820 m) tall. So, naturally, it makes for the most extreme hiking in Costa Rica….
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Rainy Day in Santa Teresa? Here’s Our Ultimate List of Indoor Vacation Ideas

Rain in Costa Rica is inevitable in certain seasons, but it can seem like a downer if you’ve planned your whole vacation outdoors. However, if you plan it right, moving your vacation indoors might make for some of your best memories. A rainy day can be a soothing break from the sun that lets you relax, indulge, and get cozy. Here are our top ten indoor vacation ideas! 1. At-Home Spa Day Break out the candles, put on your fluffy robe and slippers, play a meditation video, and create an atmosphere around you that helps you unwind and de-stress.  If…
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6 Books You Should Be Reading If You Want to Visit Costa Rica

Whether you want to be inspired, informed, or simply entertained, you can find a Costa Rica book out there for you. Read these books while you’re dreaming of visiting, while you’re on the plane over, or while you’re lounging in your private poolside chair at Casa Teresa Luxury Villa 1. Lonely Planet Costa Rican Spanish Phrasebook & Dictionary by Thomas Kohnstamm This isn’t really a book you pick up for leisure, but it’s a Costa Rica travel book that’ll come in handy again and again, even if you speak Spanish! Costa Rican Spanish is a variety that branches out from Central…
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5 Travel Changes To Costa Rica Entry Requirements (And How To Adapt)

The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t over, and traveling isn’t quite back to normal yet. Even when borders open and cases dwindle, travel isn’t likely to be exactly the same. There are likely to be more rules in place to stop a future spread from happening again, and travel changes that impede Americans from visiting anytime soon. If you’re an American looking to meet Costa Rica entry requirements in the near future, read these five travel changes and how to adapt. 1. Check If You Need to Provide Evidence of State Residency Not every U.S. citizen meets Costa Rica entry requirements yet….
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10 Stunning Costa Rica Photos To Inspire You To Visit

If you’ve ever dreamed about visiting Costa Rica, there is more than enough incredible photography out there to inspire you to get out and live the Pura Vida. We’ve assembled our ten favorite Costa Rica photos (and a few fun facts) that will make you want to hop on a plane and come stay with us at Casa Teresa today. Purple Skies and Lightning Over Arenal Volcano This iconic Costa Rica photo shows the majesty of a thunderstorm heightened by the dramatic silhouette of Arenal Volcano, one of Costa Rica’s most famous landmarks. Hopefully, you have better weather while you’re…
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How to Be a Responsible Ecotourist

Ecotourism is one of the most profitable and important industries in Costa Rica. The unparalleled natural beauty and rich biodiversity make the country one of the most incredible ecotourism destinations in the world.  Done right, visiting these locations can be great for globalization, environmental awareness, education, and sustainability. But done wrong, popular parks become cluttered, polluted, or endangered. Read this article from Casa Teresa to understand how you can be a responsible ecotourist when you visit the spectacular country of Costa Rica. What is the Genuine Ecotourist Definition? The answer isn’t completely cut and dry. According to the Oxford Learner’s…
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5 Movies That Will Make You Fall in Love With Costa Rica

Want to psych yourself up for anCosta Rica vacation before you visit in person? We’ve compiled five movies about Costa Rica or movies that use beautiful Costa Rica scenery as their backdrop to get you excited for your visit. Get inspired! 5 Movies About Costa Rica After Words (2015) Director: John FeldmanStars: Marcia Gay Harden, Huguette Urhausen, Ron Canada, Oscar JaenadaIn this dreamy, feel-good romance, Marcia Gay Harden of Fifty Shades of Grey fame plays a librarian who travels to Costa Rica to find herself during a mid-life crisis. This film’s arc centers around the librarian falling for a vibrant…
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What is ‘Pura Vida’? How to Embrace the Costa Rican Lifestyle

Photo by @georginajeremiah (Instagram) It’s 6pm and you’re sitting out on the veranda sipping on a glass of red wine after a relaxed day of sunbathing and shopping at the local organic market. “Ahh… pura vida,” you sigh, with a feeling of contentment that you haven’t felt in a very long time.  Spanish for “pure life” and Costa Rica’s official slogan, the phrase pura vida has become ubiquitous in Costa Rican culture since it was popularized by a Mexican movie in 1956. In the Costa Rican lifestyle, pura vida can be anything from a greeting to the acceptance that things…
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The Incredible Biodiversity In Costa Rica

Biodiversity is the variety of all living things in the world, including plants, animals, and even bacteria. According to the Embassy of Costa Rica in Washington D.C., Costa Rica takes up only 0.03 percent of the earth’s surface area but contains nearly 6% of the world’s biodiversity! If you’re lucky enough to visit Costa Rica, you will be in one of the most species-rich places in the entire world. With coastlines on two abundant seas, thousands of rare microclimates in the mountains, and rainforests teeming with life, it’s no wonder that Costa Rica is considered a paradise for ecotourism. At…
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