Costa Rica is increasingly a popular destination for high-end travelers, and for good reason. The country offers an irresistible combination of wild nature and modern luxury side-by-side. It’s the kind of place that lets you disconnect from the constant thrum of city life, while still being surrounded by all the amenities you’re used to.
However, as with any other tourist destination, it’s worth checking up a little to create an enriching experience that gives you maximum privacy and security. Here are our best Costa Rica travel plans and travel tips for some of the more discerning travelers out there:
Find a Base In an Exclusive Spot
San Jose, Monteverde, La Fortuna, Manuel Antonio — they’re all great spots. Popular spots. Filled to the brim with fellow travelers and “tourist-y” attractions. They’re good if you like the whole collective experience thing. However, if it’s privacy and exclusivity you’re looking for, you can do better.
Try Santa Teresa — it’s a little-known gem at the bottom of the Nicoya Peninsula. Imagine a long stretch of secluded beach, surrounded by tropical wilderness, all within walking distance of the region’s best restaurants. If that sounds divine to you, just wait — it gets better. The coastal town has some of the best surfing in Costa Rica, wild beaches, and a lively yoga and spa scene. While it’s not crowded, it’s a very sought-after destination for experiential travelers seeking unique experiences.
Upscale Resort? No. Private Villa!
When you’re selecting accommodation as part of your Costa Rica travel plans, don’t settle for anything less than perfect. High-end resorts and hotels are great, but when you’re just another guest, you’re not likely to receive undivided attention and hospitality during your stay. Try a private villa instead — it’s safer and more exclusive.
Casa Teresa, for instance, is a beachfront luxury villa. It happens to be located in the best part of Santa Teresa and is the newest property on the beach. Tastefully designed with a Moroccan aesthetic, it offers the best of modern luxury, while retaining a calm, welcoming vibe. It’s serviced by a sizable staff, including a personal concierge, private chef, housekeeping staff, wellness therapists, and security personnel, all of them available for enhancing your stay. It’s situated a mere 75 yards from the water, and from sunup to sundown, you can watch the sun hit the ocean.
Casa Teresa’s guests have included the who’s-who of Hollywood, with many celebrity visitors singing its praises.
Explore the Outdoors — On Your Terms
If you’re in Costa Rica, your travel plans should always include a spell in the wild, if only for a morning or afternoon. This country boasts some of the greatest biodiversity on earth and its acres of virgin tropical forest will call to you. The best part is that there’s so much to choose from. Activities include things like private hiking tours, cave exploration, horseback riding, and wildlife experiences.
Want to get the adrenaline flowing? Try a zipline tour over the rainforest’s canopy and get an up-close view of these vast, diverse ecosystems. Or, get in on the excellent watersports available in the area. Costa Rica travel plans include world-class surfing, and activities like snorkeling, parasailing, scuba-diving, sportfishing, and more.
If you’re a guest at Casa Teresa, we can arrange private ATV and boat rentals and tropical tours for you, so that you can experience all of this at your own leisure. We even offer private helicopter rides so that you can take the scenic route on your way to the villa.
Wellness Retreat
The country, and Santa Teresa in particular, are known to be thriving wellness hubs. If you’re visiting Costa Rica, your travel plans must include some time for massage therapy and yoga. Alternatively, if you’re staying at Casa Teresa, our instructors will visit you at the villa at a time of your choosing. How do yoga and guided meditation on the beach sound? You can have a one-on-one session or a group session with all your private guests. Center yourself and drink in the beauty of your surroundings in a state of heightened mindfulness.
You can also choose from a range of body therapies, including a deep tissue massage, Thai massage, Reiki massage, and more. If there’s a different kind of treatment you prefer, we can find a licensed therapist to match.
Get the most out of your travel plans with these Costa Rica travel tips. Contact us at Casa Teresa for more information on our villa and what we can do to make your trip a truly fulfilling and unforgettable experience.