We set off from San Jose in the early morning en route to our destination of the remote, off-the- beaten path location of Tortugero, on the northeastern Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. Little did we know what adventures were to come! Our private transport provided by the Manatus Hotel, quickly wound its way up and out of the congestion of the city, headed due east along Hwy 32, one of the most scenic and beautiful drives, snaking through the Braulio Carrillo National Park.

The Boutique Hotel Manatus provides the total Costa Rican vacation package, leaving its guests with little to desire. I can honestly say this was one of my favorite experiences that I’ve had in the country. With Manatus, private transportation isn’t merely a shuttle ride, it is a full tour with a typical Costa Rican breakfast, banana plantation tour and a stop at beautiful tropical gardens with monkeys, toucans, sloths, frogs and a variety of heliconias and other tropical plants.

Villa Buena Onda is a unique, one of a kind, super luxurious experience. From the way the Villa was built, the lay out, the furniture and the services.

The Harmony Hotel is great for people that want to get away from a busy city and have a relaxing healthy weekend. Harmony is not about luxury and living with a high profile, instead, it offers great but simple accommodations and lifestyle.

Are you looking to get away from it all? Rejuvenate your senses and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Are you interested in a place that not only is relaxing physically, but mentally and spiritually as well? Then allow me to suggest a trip to the Harmony Hotel in Nosara. Harmony Hotel represents the ultimate escape for those looking to engage their mind, relax physically, and recharge spiritually. The hotel offers daily yoga and meditation, a wonderful pool area that’s perfect for relaxing, an incredible beach for surfing, and a wonderful restaurant that serves delicious dishes made with only the freshest ingredients.

Over the past weekend I had my first experience in Nosara Costa Rica after being many other places around the country. Nosara is a beautiful area, the vegetation is lush and all of the beaches around this area are gorgeous.

Cala Luna is a nice hotel close to Tamarindo. It’s nice because it is out of the way (all the way at the end of Tamarindo. The beach is very quiet and it’s like a 15 minute walk to Tamarindo Beach. I wasn’t impressed with the standard rooms because they were very simple and there are no ocean view rooms. The hotel isn’t right on the beach like Tamarindo Diria.

Ever dreamt of spending a week away on a paradisaic setting, with ocean views, in a huge luxury home with your friends and family? Chilling out by an amazing pool sipping on a cocktail or a nice cold beer while you savor the Pacific breezes? Sound good eh? Well, now this dream is possible with the Grand Opening of the 10,000 square foot 7 bedroom All-Inclusive Rental home Villa Buena Onda!

Tamarindo Diria is a beach front hotel located in the heart of Tamarindo Beach. The front desk is located in the main entrance of the hotel, right in front of the swimming pool, which makes a really fresh and cool atmosphere to all clients upon arrival and check in. Next to the pool there are two restaurants, The Diria for Breakfast and dinner, and Matapalo for lunch and dinner, located right on the beach.

Capitan Suizo is probably one of my favorite hotels in Tamarindo. It manages to give you a sense of privacy while being walking distance from downtown! I think it’s a perfect spot to relax during the day and hit the Tamarindo bars at night.