Looking for the best beaches near Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica? Punta Uva deserves a place at the top of your list. Located along Costa Rica’s southern Caribbean coast, approximately 8 kilometers from Puerto Viejo, this tropical paradise brings together turquoise waters, palm-lined shores, and lush rainforest in one remarkable setting. Considered one of the most...Read More
A tiny bee returning to its hive offers a different perspective on Guanacaste’s natural beauty. At Hacienda Guachipelín, near Rincón de la Vieja National Park, stingless bee conservation in Costa Rica comes into focus through a project dedicated to protecting native colonies and helping their populations grow. For visitors, these small pollinators open a window...Read More
After the wedding’s conversations, decisions, and celebrations, there is something wonderful about having nowhere to rush. A rainforest honeymoon in Costa Rica at Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge begins wwith a boat crossing on Golfo Dulce, where a forested shoreline gradually draws closer. Here, romance takes shape in shared discoveries: a morning on the water, an unexpected...Read More
A hotel’s appeal begins with its location, but a portfolio’s strength comes from how its properties work together. Hotel portfolio investment in Costa Rica offers the possibility of combining a coastal retreat, a mountain eco-lodge, and a Caribbean villa hotel, each with a distinct guest experience. For investors considering several acquisitions, lasting value depends on...Read More
Christmas in Costa Rica can begin with coffee overlooking a forest, continue with a walk beneath a volcanic landscape, and end around a table far from the usual holiday routine. For travelers choosing the Enchanting Hotels collection, the season offers different ways to celebrate: beside the Pacific, within the rainforest, or along the Caribbean coast....Read More
The future of Caribbean hospitality investment is expanding beyond the traditional beachfront resort. International investors are increasingly looking for destinations that combine strong tourism demand with nature, wellness, adventure, culture, and year-round experiences — and Costa Rica fits that evolving investment profile particularly well. Positioned between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, the country...Read More
Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast is one of the country’s most rewarding regions for travelers hoping to encounter wildlife in natural surroundings. Around Puerto Viejo, Punta Uva and Manzanillo, tropical rainforest reaches almost to the shoreline, creating habitat for sloths, howler monkeys, toucans, frogs, butterflies and many other species. Wildlife encounters aren’t limited to organized tours...Read More
In Guanacaste, every landscape tells a story—and increasingly, so does every meal. Beyond volcano adventures, waterfalls, and horseback riding, the region is gaining recognition for culinary experiences that celebrate local ingredients, sustainable practices, and a genuine connection to the land. At Hacienda Guachipelín, nestled at the foot of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano, this philosophy...Read More
In Golfo Dulce, birdwatching is woven into the rhythm of the day. Scarlet macaws cross the sky, toucans call from the canopy, hummingbirds flash between flowering plants, and countless rainforest species move through the forests surrounding Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge. Set near Piedras Blancas National Park, an area where more than 375 bird species have...Read More
Costa Rica has a way of making travel feel both adventurous and wonderfully easy. In a single trip, you can wake up to birdsong in the rainforest, walk along a volcanic trail, soak in thermal waters, watch monkeys move through the trees, and end the day with your feet in the sand. It is a...Read More
In Guanacaste, nature has a rhythm all its own. At Hacienda Guachipelin, near Rincón de la Vieja Volcano, luxury glamping invites travelers to experience that rhythm from a place of comfort, privacy, and connection. Surrounded by tropical dry forest, volcanic landscapes, open skies, birdsong, and the quiet beauty of the season, this eco-luxury tented camp...Read More
For institutional investors evaluating hospitality assets in Latin America, opportunity is only part of the equation. Political stability, legal certainty, tourism resilience, international accessibility, and long-term market fundamentals can be equally important when assessing risk-adjusted returns. Costa Rica brings these factors together within one of the region’s most established tourism economies, creating an increasingly compelling...Read More
In Costa Rica’s South Pacific, Golfo Dulce offers adventure in a setting that feels both wild and deeply peaceful. Here, rainforest-covered hills meet calm tropical waters, creating the perfect natural playground for kayaking, snorkeling, wildlife watching, boat excursions, and unforgettable visits to nearby wild places such as Corcovado. For travelers staying at Playa Nicuesa...Read More
Costa Rica has never been a destination that fits neatly into one travel category. It is tropical, but not only a beach destination. It is adventurous, but not only for thrill seekers. It is sustainable, but increasingly challenged to prove what responsible tourism really means. It is small enough to cross in a day, yet...Read More
For hospitality buyers comparing investment opportunities across Latin America and the Caribbean, the first impression often begins with beauty: beaches, rainforest, ocean views, tropical design, and the dream of owning a hotel in a destination people already want to visit. But experienced investors know that the true value of a hospitality asset is not defined...Read More
Luxury Travel in Guanacaste Has Changed Luxury in Costa Rica is taking on a new meaning. It is no longer defined only by polished interiors or traditional comforts, but by the rare privilege of space, clean air, pure water, open landscapes, and time to disconnect from everyday noise. At Hacienda Guachipelin, near Rincón de la...Read More
A New Sanctuary Joins Enchanting Hotels There are places in Costa Rica where the landscape immediately sets the tone. La Fortuna is one of them. Here, the silhouette of Arenal Volcano rises with a quiet authority, hot springs flow from deep geothermal energy, rainforest edges the roads and gardens, and the air seems to carry...Read More
Some travel experiences stay with you before you have time to understand them. Seeing a humpback whale surface in Golfo Dulce is one of those rare moments. It might begin with a shadow moving beneath the water, the quiet exhale of a whale breaking the surface, or the sudden silence of everyone on board as...Read More
Costa Rica has become one of Latin America’s most appealing destinations for hospitality investors seeking more than a traditional real estate opportunity. With its strong tourism reputation, nature-based travel experiences, sustainability leadership, and growing demand for boutique stays, the country offers a unique environment for buyers interested in hotels, eco-lodges, wellness retreats, and distinctive hospitality...Read More
At Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge, wellness is not confined to a spa treatment or a scheduled activity. It begins naturally with the rhythm of Golfo Dulce, the sound of birds moving through the canopy, the freshness of the rainforest after rain, and the quiet feeling of being surrounded by nature. For travelers seeking a deeper kind...Read More
Migration Season in Costa Rica: The New Way to Experience Green Season For years, travelers have known Costa Rica’s May-to-November period as the Green Season, a time when the forests grow lush, the rivers flow stronger, and the landscapes take on their deepest tropical colors. But there is another way to understand this remarkable time...Read More
Hacienda Guachipelin is best known for adventure, volcano landscapes, waterfalls, hot springs, and unforgettable experiences near Rincón de la Vieja. But its commitment to Guanacaste goes far beyond tourism. As part of the rural community of Curubandé, the hotel recently led a local animal welfare initiative designed to support families, improve the health of dogs...Read More
A first trip to Guanacaste often begins with the promise of beaches and sunshine, but the real magic of this Costa Rican province is found in the variety of experiences waiting just beyond the coast. From volcanic adventure days and Pacific sailing tours to waterfall swims, wildlife encounters, surf lessons, and cultural discoveries, Guanacaste is...Read More
Guanacaste is one of Costa Rica’s most captivating regions, a place where sun-drenched beaches, volcanic landscapes, tropical dry forests, and deep cultural traditions come together in one unforgettable destination. For travelers planning a Costa Rica vacation in 2026, this northwestern province offers far more than a classic beach escape. It is a region of contrasts...Read More
