Tours

A destination wedding in the most beautiful country in the world is sure to be one of the most memorable events of your life. Beach weddings are a dream come true, and we can hardly imagine a better way to say “I do” to your soulmate than at a private Costa Rica wedding villa with incomparable amenities like Casa Teresa. Here are our top five reasons why you should say yes to a Costa Rica beach wedding. 1. A honeymoon for you, a vacation for your guests If your guests are going to be traveling a long way, they’re going…

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….

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…

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…

Have you ever wondered how the relatively small country of Costa Rica became the most visited nation in Central America? We at Casa Teresa are going to take a dip into Costa Rica’s history to answer that question while exploring the origins of its tourism industry and the story of how it became the fantastic travel destination it is today. Why Is Costa Rica Special? Costa Rica was uniquely suited for tourism from the get-go. Before we get into the backstory, let’s detail the factors that set Costa Rica tourism apart from other Central American nations: Incredible Biodiversity: Costa Rica…

Taking a vacation in Costa Rica means you’ll be surrounded by some of the most beautiful nature planet Earth has to offer. And if you’ve been dying to get on the water or see some rare fish not available for viewing in a local pet store, then you are in for a tropical treat with this trip. Many of the islands off of Costa Rica are just as worthwhile to explore as the mainland, which is why we created a list highlighting the best ones to visit when staying at Casa Teresa. Isla Tortuga As one of the closest islands…

If you’re planning a trip to visit Costa Rica, you can’t afford to skip out on taking in some of the most unique and wonderful wildlife on the entire planet. But where should you visit, and what will each of these spots have to offer when you get there? Let Casa Teresa introduce you to a Costa Rica wildlife refuge you’ll be able to enjoy, many of which are just a stone’s throw away from our gorgeous grounds. Even if you don’t think of yourself as a nature person, trust us when we say that you won’t want to miss…

As gorgeous as the luxury villa rentals are here at Casa Teresa, we realize you probably didn’t travel all the way to Costa Rica just to lounge around, although we would not blame you if you chose to! Day trips from Santa Teresa, Costa Rica are right at your fingertips to explore and make coming home to your private oasis feel that much sweeter. Here are just a few of our favorite things to do along the Nicoya Peninsula.   Playa Hermosa Playa Hermosa literally translates to “beautiful beach” in Spanish, and we have to say that description is an…

If adventures that touch the sky are your idea of a good time, some exciting activities near Costa Rica beachfront villas are waiting to sweep you off your feet. From zooming at high velocity on a canopy tour over Costa Rica’s lush landscapes to experiencing the breathtaking thrills of skydiving in Costa Rica, here are four adventures that were created with you in mind. Enjoy them when you plan your vacation at Casa Teresa.  1. Zipline Tour Tour the lush, tropical slopes of the Santa Teresa Mountains by zipping above them at breathtaking speeds. Ziplines, as we know them today, have been in use for at…