Costa Rican Vacations

22/11/2024

We love when you take time to leave us your reviews and feedback! We always make sure to use every single one of them to improve and continue creating amazing memories for you, your family or friends.

We hope to have you visiting Costa Rica soon for more adventures!🌴

“Great Family vacation!

Emilie was our Trip Advisor and she was great. From start to finish she answered all our questions and made the planning very easy and smooth. The transportation was perfect all the drivers were courteous and stopped and showed you animals and things along the way if you wanted.The trip was great!

The view's of Arenal volcano in Fortuna were amazing! The food, pool, hot springs at hotel los lagos was perfect. The Westin in Gunacaste playa Conchal was also amazing. Food options, pool and amenities were top notch.

The people were also super helpful and friendly. The excursions Emilie booked for us were super fun and we had a great time. I would recommend Emilie. She will be sure to handle all your needs and exceed expectations. I will definitely use her on my next trip to Costa rica!”


You can read this and more reviews from TripAdvisor at the link below!

https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g309293-d9842216-r979514846-Costa_Rican_Vacations-San_Jose_San_Jose_Metro_Province_of_San_Jose.html

19/11/2024

Hotel Aguas Claras, part of our Cayuga Collection properties, is perfect for travelers seeking a blend of relaxation, style, and authentic Caribbean vibes!

This adults-only retreat blends art, nature, and comfort so you can fully rest and enjoy an amazing vacation immersed in nature🌴

18/11/2024

The US has been ranked among the worst in the world for taking vacation time off in the Vacation Depravation Report published by Expedia-

“Guilt, hustle culture, and the stress of planning a trip are why 65% of Americans say they're 'vacation deprived,' the highest rate in over a decade of Expedia tracking it.”

Many of the people surveyed shared that travel planning felt overwhelming or like there was not enough time in their busy lifestyles.

Those who are able to take vacation benefit from reduced stress, boosted happiness, and enhanced productivity.

If you know you need a getaway but are unsure where to start, our local experts can answer any questions you have and provide you with a free custom quote for the vacation of a lifetime in Costa Rica. 🇨🇷

“The only trip you will regret is the one you don’t take” 🏝️

Check out the full article here-
https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/2024/06/20/americans-vacation-study-expedia-2024/74144817007/

15/11/2024

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When: Weds, Nov 20th at 1pm EST.
What: We'll be discussing all the BEST Hotels, Tours & Rental options here in Costa Rica from the last 25 years!

Celebrate 25 years in business with us and meet a few of our very Top Travel Experts and get YOUR questions into the team for a Q&A session included!

See you guys next week! 😁🤘🇨🇷

With Adam Baker Anastasia McCulloch - Travel Agent - Costa Rican VacationsJustin DeBoom - Travel Consultant and Fishing Expert & Aaron Vanecek - Costa Rica Travel Consultant

12/11/2024

Today we'd like to congratulate our our long-time partner and friend Hans Pfister from Cayuga Collection on his induction into the Cornell Hotel Society (CHS) Hall of Fame! We've witnessed firsthand how Hans the Cayuga team have transformed sustainable luxury hospitality in Costa Rica and elsewhere in Central America.

We're proud to work alongside true innovators in sustainable tourism and happy to keep recommending Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort, Senda Monteverde, KURÀ, and Hotel Aguas Claras to our clients!

Link: https://www.centralamerica.com/news/cayuga-collection-founder-honored-by-cornell-university/

01/11/2024

Happy halloween from Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast!🦝🎃

31/10/2024

Hilary traveled with us to Costa Rica and left us a review and some pictures of her trip.

Hilary we hope to have you back again soon for more Costa Rican adventures!🌳

“From the planning to the ex*****on, Costa Rican Vacations was a pleasure to work with. Rachel Peck helped us put together a custom itinerary within our budget that included space for both active adventures and down time. Our driver Jose was awesome and so skilled in spotting wildlife along our routes including sloths and birds we would have missed otherwise. The whole team made this a family vacation where everyone could simply relax and enjoy and not worry about logistics in an unfamiliar place. Pura Vida for sure. Would highly recommend!”

Read this and more reviews at the following TripAdvisor link!⬇️

https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g309293-d9842216-r974289342-Costa_Rican_Vacations-San_Jose_San_Jose_Metro_Province_of_San_Jose.html

28/10/2024

We had the chance to speak to one of the pioneers of sustainable tourism in Costa Rica!

Glenn Jampol, along with his family, created this eco-friendly and regenerative hotel on an organic coffee farm just outside San José, Costa Rica.

Together with his wife, Teri, Glenn transformed Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn into a pioneer in sustainable tourism. They’ve integrated extensive green practices like solar-powered energy, chemical-free pools, and local sourcing for food and staff, plus reforestation efforts on the property.

Hear about this and more on our 30th podcast. Click below to watch!⬇️🌳

The Future of Sustainable Tourism with Glenn Jampol of Finca Rosa Blanca.EP30 of the Costa Rica Travel & Living Podcast.Glenn first came to Costa Rica over 3...

24/10/2024

Looking for a getaway with your family but not sure where to start? Two of our top Costa Rica travel experts Anastasia McCulloch - Travel Agent - Costa Rican Vacations and Maite Joaristi will be live, answering questions and sharing tips about family travel, this Friday October 25th at 1 PM EST. 👩🏽‍💻🌴

*Limited availability, please register below to confirm your spot! ⬇️

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717286761607/WN_9wgH4K-GRomClf7cNHGnCQ

22/10/2024

The vibrant beauty of the tropical plants in green season in Costa Rica 🌺🌿🪻🌼

20/10/2024

In our newsletter this month, we highlight Costa Rica's gentle giant: The Baird's tapir 🌿🐾

But that doesn’t mean we can’t talk tapirs here. For example, did you know the tapir is the largest land mammal in Central America?

Learn more about these incredible animals, their habitats, and conservation efforts in our tapir article!

https://www.vacationscostarica.com/wildlife/tapir/

(Photo credit to Rainforest Adventures)

16/10/2024

Did you know that October is one of the best months of the year to explore the Caribbean side of Costa Rica?

While the rest of the country sees more rain, the beaches of Puerto Viejo on the southern Caribbean coast promise the hot sunny weather you dream of!

And for an October beach getaway, we have to recommend Le Caméléon for your stay. Tell them we sent you 😉☀️🏝️

https://www.vacationscostarica.com/puerto-viejo/stay/le-cameleon-boutique-hotel/

14/10/2024

Pretty much everyone who visits Costa Rica on vacation leaves with at least one overriding impression: The friendliness of the people.

Sure, we have the best beaches and the most beautiful nature in the world. But it’s the people who make the real difference and our clients tell us that over and over again.

Therefore, it’s no surprise to see Costa Rica voted in a recent survey as the easiest country to settle in, with the most welcoming people.

Come on down, experience the “pura vida” for yourself, and you’ll see!

https://www.centralamerica.com/news/panama-costa-rica-best-destinations-for-expats/

12/10/2024

Calling All Pickleball Enthusiasts!

Dreaming of combining your love for pickleball with an unforgettable Costa Rican adventure? Tune in to our latest podcast episode, where we chat with Chelsea Lisauis, Costa Rica's #1 female pickleball player, about the sport's rapid growth here in paradise!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5o9zGyeqmUZiJMCtzvJKJz?si=Ztrvgau-QyS012K9_U5OLw

Looking to plan your next active getaway? Let our pickleball expert Jessica Luecke ([email protected]) help craft the perfect pickleball vacation—complete with rainforest adventures, beautiful nature, and of course, plenty of time on the courts!

10/10/2024

We’re in the heart of “green season” here in Costa Rica and this is when our travel consultants get to go out and explore the top destinations, hotels and tours for our travelers.

Last week Jess Luecke headed south to the Osa Peninsula where she got to experience humpback whales, monkeys, sloths and tons of scarlet macaws. We’re sharing a few of her photos here.

We always say that some of the best locations here in Costa Rica are the ones hardest to get to. And a few years ago that would have remained true. But, with a quick 50 minute domestic flight on SANSA this hidden paradise of Puerto Jimenez is easily accessible.

Pura vida 🌴

07/10/2024

A beautiful morning here in La Fortuna 🌋 make today a great one!