Costa Rica is an amazing country. While small in size, it is a world of opportunities for living, traveling, and enjoying. It is one of the places that are on so many people’s bucket lists, radars, must-visit-before-I-die-lists, and the 10 Best Places to Visit. This was the case pre-pandemic and continues to be a list-maker...Read More
While many visitors to Santa Teresa are attracted to this amazing little corner of the world for its fantastic waves for surfing and yoga, it is also a great place to do lots of adventure and close to nature activities that fill the days with contrasts of the sun on the beach with fun to...Read More
What better way to start of 2020 than dedicating time to you, your inner-peace and creating a path towards a healthier life for your body, soul and mind. As the worldwide trend in wellness travel continues to flourish, it is the perfect time to bring Santa Teresa Beach in beautiful Costa Rica into the limelight...Read More
Close your eyes and imagine sitting under a coconut tree overlooking one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica (and the world, we believe), with a refreshing and really delicious cocktail or fresh tropical fruit juice while wondering at the most amazing sunset that showcases the vivid reds, oranges, and purples never seen before. Pranamar...Read More
Welcome to Pranamar Retreat on Santa Teresa Beach in beautiful Costa Rica for a wellness experience in paradise. Wellness tourism is when your vacation is dedicated to your health and well-being. This translates to days of relaxation, fresh, healthy food, spa treatments, walks along the beach, some spiritual and creative enlightening and living new experiences...Read More
With so many options to choose from when it comes to deciding where to escape from the cold winter to the endless summers, we would like to invite you to beautiful Costa Rica! We will take you to the far southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula where you will find one of the most beautiful...Read More
How special is a family or a friends getaway to a tropical paradise where you can create new memories having lots of fun on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world!! Santa Teresa on the Nicoya Peninsula is where and Pranamar Villas has the perfect place for you to stay by the beach...Read More
Indulge your love of surfing in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica with a vacation at Pranamar Oceanfront Villas and Yoga Retreat. Article by Shannon Farley Even though there wasn’t much gold to be found, Columbus was on to something when he named Costa Rica the “rich coast.” With more than 700 miles of beautiful beaches on...Read More
The beautiful oceanfront setting at Pranamar in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, is certainly an inspiring spot to begin a meditation practice. There are endless types of meditation and techniques, the main objective is to quiet your mind, which is easier said than done. As with most things worth doing, practice makes perfect. Be kind to...Read More
Ask your hosts at Pranamar Oceanfront Villas and Yoga Retreat about these delicious tropical fruits. These colorful and healthy varieties will be included in recipes, fruit juices and cocktails. Guanábana or Soursop This very large fruit with green skin needs to be harvested carefully due to its large size and soft flesh. It is part...Read More
The Tiki Bar at Pranamar Oceanfront Villas and Yoga Retreat offers exotic tropical versions of your favorites: Sangrias, Margaritas and Mojitos mixed with mangoes, passion fruit or pineapple in a relaxed, open atmosphere. Relaxed Atmosphere The vibe in Santa Teresa beach is very laid back, and guests and non-guests of the Villas are welcome. No...Read More
Santa Teresa beach on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica is becoming a well-known foodie destination. Luciano Riotti, the chef at Pranamar Oceanfront Villas and Yoga Retreat specializes in using fresh local ingredients to create spectacular healthy dining experiences. Their Tiki Bar allows you to have lunch, a snack, drinks or an early dinner even...Read More
Be as adrenaline filled or as laid back as you like while visiting Santa Teresa beach community on the Costa Rican Pacific Coast. Here is our list of top ten must dos during your stay at Pranamar Villas and Yoga Retreat. Yoga The area is known for its yoga retreats, and certified and experienced...Read More
What does the term wellness really mean? Dictionary defines it as “the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal”, but if you ask around, it will mean something different to everyone. Sebastian Campanile‘s studies have taken him to Argentina, Colombia and most recently Peru, where he studied Cranio...Read More
Picture waking up to the sound of the ocean’s waves breaking on the shore. You open your eyes to a villa decorated with colorful fabrics and Indonesian furniture, you look out your window to lush gardens, pools and bamboo structures. You have chosen well, a retreat not just to practice yoga, but also to disconnect...Read More
Santa Teresa is a beach on the Nicoya Peninsula best know for its beaches and surfing, but what else is there to do there? Activities in the area range from the adventurous to the relaxed. Renting an ATV or going on a horseback tour are both good options to explore the beaches, rivers and mountains...Read More
Nancy co-owns Pranamar Villas, along with her mother, who was the first of the two to discover the natural beauty of Costa Rica. Native to San Diego, California, Nancy moved to Costa Rica over 20 years ago in search of a simpler life in connection with nature. With the objective of catering to needs of...Read More
Healthy fruit and vegetable smoothies are awesome liquid fuel for your body. Smoothies provide important vitamins and minerals from nutritious ingredients like fresh fruit, raw vegetables, Maca Root, chia seeds, protein powder, spirulina and coconut oil. Start your morning, or have an afternoon snack, with one of these quick, delicious and healthy blended smoothie drink...Read More
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead Walk down the Pacific beaches of Santa Teresa, Costa Rica and you’re likely to see long, empty stretches of white sand, beautiful blue rolling waves, multicolored crushed seashells and interesting rocks...Read More
Renting a vacation home in Costa Rica, especially one at the beach, is a great idea. Stay steps from the sand at beautiful Santa Teresa, Costa Rica in the new beachfront vacation home Martha’s House. The two-story octagon-shaped house is just off the beach and surrounded by lush tropical gardens. The house sleeps up to...Read More
Travel can be stressful, there’s no doubt about it. Standing in line, airport security, incessant waiting, lugging bags and suitcases, crowds … and the sitting! Sitting on a plane, or in a car or taxi, or on a bus, or on a train – it plays havoc with your back, butt, hips, legs, and well,...Read More
Learning how to surf can change your life. Maybe it’s the powerful rush of catching a wave and the feeling of flying on water as you race across the wave’s face. Or that it doesn’t matter how old or young you are, whether you are a beginner or a pro, the thrill of being out in...Read More
There is so much to do and see in Costa Rica that families with kids can go nearly anywhere and be happy. What child, teen or adult wouldn’t appreciate rainforest exploring, canopy zip-lines, surfing, snorkeling, nesting sea turtles, endless beaches, and plenty of wild animals and cool bugs, plants and trees? One of the best...Read More
Practicing yoga outdoors has many benefits, especially at the beach. In addition to beautiful scenery and fresh air, it takes balance, concentration and strength to hold yoga poses in the sand, so you get more of a workout. Here are six reasons why yoga is fun on the beach, from Nancy Goodfellow, resident yoga instructor...Read More
