Yearly Archives: 2013
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Why are the Holidays so Stressful, and Why a Vacation is a Good Alternative
Posted on December 2, 2013 by admin in Travel.Parties, gatherings, shopping, gift giving – this is the perfect picture of the Holidays, but wait, do you know that more people suffer stress and depression during this time of the year? The best way to deal with holidays-induced stress is to take a vacation – to literally escape all the anxiety and stress. With […]
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The Surfing Spots of Mal Pais and Santa Teresa
Posted on November 26, 2013 by admin in Surfing.Southwest of the Nicoya Peninsula lies a surfer’s paradise with consistent breaks and waves. Mal Pais which means “bad country” refers to life in the area prior to tourism. With fishing and agriculture as the core of local livelihood, Mal Pais is simply not an ideal place to settle. Large waves are not conducive for […]
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The Benefits of Renting a House During Vacation
Posted on November 22, 2013 by admin in Rental Villa.Renting a vacation home seems expensive for most people but do you know that it is one of the secrets of frequent travelers? Frequent travelers who learned the ropes on how to enjoy their trips will tell you that saving costs, while enjoying personal services, make vacation rentals a far better option than booking your […]
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Current Real Estate in Costa Rica
Posted on June 12, 2013 by admin in Costa Rica.What is the Current Real Estate Scene in Costa Rica? Costa Rica’s real estate is one of its major industries. The boom years were from 1995-2005 with high supply meeting high demand mostly for land properties. A setback was felt as part of the global recession but since 2010, Costa Rica’s property markets have bounced […]
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The Delight in Costa Rican Food
Posted on May 8, 2013 by admin in Costa Rica, Costa Rican Food.Travelling will never be complete without dining. And what better way to dine during your trip than to eat just like the locals! Costa Rican food may not have dominated the international culinary scene (yet) but they have their own distinct personality. Having traditional cuisine during your stay adds some flavour to your Costa […]
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Casa Divina’s Architect – Kenneth Perez Venegas
Posted on March 20, 2013 by admin in Architecture, Construction.We were thrilled to be referred to Kenneth Perez Venegas – our amazing architect. Here is a brief bio below: Kenneth Perez Venegas studied architecture at the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Costa Rica, the most prestigious university in the country. His graduation project was the design of a center for environmental action. Receiving […]
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Costa Rica’s Green Building Practices
Posted on March 12, 2013 by admin in Construction, Eco-tourism.Costa Rica is a pioneer when it comes to eco-tourism, utilising its natural wonders for its travel industry without any sacrifices. Aside from highlighting natural wonders like falls, beaches, rainforests and protected wildlife for attractions, retreats are common in Costa Rica. Individuals into green living flock to this booming tourism destination to rejuvenate, relax and […]
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Weather in Costa Rica
Posted on March 6, 2013 by admin in Costa Rica, FAQ's, Montezuma, Weather.Costa Rica is blessed with a lovely climate for most of the year. Its fair tropical weather makes it more attractive for those searching for nice place to vacation and sojourn. Sunrise and sunset occur almost at the same time every day (6am & 6pm), and the average temperature is between 20º-30ºC. It gets hotter […]
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Restaurants in Montezuma
Posted on February 7, 2013 by admin in Restaurants in Montezuma, Things To Do.Here is a list below of some of our personal recommendations for eating out in Montezuma. Food is taken very seriously in Costa Rica and there is no exception in this little beach town – there are some fantastic options for everyone. Cocolores You MUST have their ceviche to start, and one of our favourite […]
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Fun Excursions in Montezuma
Posted on February 7, 2013 by admin in Things To Do.Montezuma offers a myriad of activities from relaxing yoga retreats to various outdoor pursuits. As a land famous for its natural beauty, fun excursions for this destination means spending time and enjoying nature’s best. From the highlands to its little islands, here are just some of the activities that you can do while on a […]
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