Welcome to Costa Rica

Perhaps you are thinking about coming here on a holiday to enjoy the beaches, the Arenal Volcano area, or the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park. Or, perhaps you’re coming here for a medical vacation – plastic surgery, dental work or hormone therapy treatment. Also, since the passing of CAFTA, more international companies are becoming interested in Costa Rica, and perhaps you are here on business.

Whatever the reason, Costa Rica is a special place – literally translated as, the “Rich Coast”. It is a land of incredible bio-diversity, well know for its eco-travel emphasis, as an incredible, tropical wedding and honeymoon destination, as well as the night life in our bustling capital city, San Jose.

No matter why you are here, we hope you will take a few moments to enjoy the intoxicating beauty of this magical land. Below, are some references to sites that you might enjoy, that will enhance your visit here, and provide information if you want to eventually live and / or retire here.

Costa Rica Information

Move, Live & Retire in Costa Rica Video
Live and Retire in Costa Rica and learn how from this video which includes four interviews with people who have made the decision and successfully made the move to a tropical lifestyle.

Study Abroad Course / Vacations in Costa Rica
Visit Costa Rica with university sponsored study programs. Visitecr.com is a study abroad provider travel agency that organizes educational course tours in business, administration, sociology, marine biology, criminal justice, culinary servics, health, medical and ecological studies for students.

Costa Rica Map - Online
Costa Rica Maps, driving directions and travel guide - Detailed maps and directions to San Jose, Manuel Antonio, Arenal, Monteverde and many other destinations.

Costa Rica Hotels

Costa Rica Cooking Vacation Bed and Breakfast - Vegan & Vegetarian
More and more people are opting for an educational, cooking vacation and Casa Metta is the perfect place to go, up in the mountains of Costa Rica in a relaxing atmosphere, comfortable accommodations and a swimming pool.

Costa Rica Eco Lodge
Sitting right next to a primary rain forest near the National Park Volcan Tenorio in Northern Costa Rica, the Celeste Mountain Lodge is the right place for your next eco-vacation adventure. The robin's egg blue river and waterfall - Rio Celeste - is nearby.

Costa Rica Beach Close Luxury Bungalows / Hotel
In the quiet, Caribbean village of Cahuita, the location of the Cahuita National Park, is a quaint boutique hotel with private bungalows, just a short walk to the beach.

Costa Rica SCUBA Hotel in Drake Bay, Southern Pacific Region
Looking for comfortable accommodations in a tropical rain forest right next to Drake Bay and a short boat ride from the underwater nature preserve of Cano Island? Then www.piratecovecostarica.com has the information you need, not just for divers, but real nature lovers.

Costa Rica Beach Resort & Hotel / Wedding & Honeymoon
The Tango Mar Beach and Golf Resort is the perfect location for a private wedding or honeymoon. Located near Tambor on the Nicoya Peninsula, enjoy luxurious accommodations and fine cuisine at this beach get-a-way.

Costa Rica Birds & Birdwatching Hotel / Eco Lodge in the Rainforest
The Bosque de Paz cloud and rainforest hotel / lodge is located high up in the mountains of Costa Rica and is a great place to see an assortment of tropical birds, including the famous quetzal, as well as orchids.

Costa Rica Hotels Association - Eco-Boutique Hotels
Adventure Hotels of Costa Rica is a non-profit association of 70 small eco-friendly, owner-operated, value-priced hotels strategically located throughout Costa Rica.

Costa Rica Tours

Costa Rica Tour Operator, Travel Packages
Costa Rica Green Forest Travel Agency has a selection of vacation packages to Costa Rica from Europe and from other Latin America countires. Custom itineraries are a specialty. English and Spanish versions of the website are online.

Costa Rica Canopy Tours by Dream Forest Canopy
When in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, get the best in long zip line canopy rides at Dream Forest Canopy. Experience nature up close and safely with experienced guides in this adventurous activity.

Costa Rica Vacation Rentals / International Rentals

Costa Rica Vacation Rentals in Dominical Beach
Paradise Costa Rica Vacation Rentals are two side by side, ocean view luxury homes overlooking the surfing village of Dominical - great for a family vacation!

Costa Rica Beach Vacation Rental
Few homes on the beach in Costa Rica offer the luxury of Casa Oceano, including the new infinity pool overlooking the blue Pacific and the beach at Tango Mar Beach and Golf Resort. Enjoy a relaxing vacation, or let our concierge plan your days with adventure tours and trips to other Nicoya Peninsula beaches.

Costa Rica Vacation Rentals - Manuel Antonio, Tamarindo, Flamingo & Jaco Beach
Looking for a luxury vacation villa or rental home? Villas Costa Rica specializes in the professional management of the finest luxury vacation rentals for groups from two to twenty. Enjoy yourself in one of our spacious luxury rental accommodations. Our luxury vacation villas and houses have the finest décor, amenities, and many have pools.

Costa Rica All Inclusive Vacation Rentals - Weddings, Honeymoon
It's your vacation, so why slave over a hot stove when you could have a chef prepare your meals for you right in your luxury vacation rental villa? VivaLasVillas.com is ready to help you with this, as well as helping you plan for a wedding party or honeymoon.

San Jose, Costa Rica Vacation Rentals
Looking for a long term rental in Costa Rica? A place where you can call home and take day trips to see the tropical national parks and beaches of Costa Rica? Then, Casa Orleans is the centrally located home for you!

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Costa Rica Hotels, Vacations, Travel, Luxury Tours & Packages
Costa Rica licensed travel agency and ground operator offers the best of Costa Rica with honeymoon packages, family vacations, selection of recommended beach hotels and adventure tours. Also, you could plan your trip to Costa Rica as a 'medical / dental vacation'. The money you save on medical services will pay for your vacation!

1VIPCostaRica.com sincerely welcomes and invites you to sample some of the finest that Costa Rica has to offer in our exclusive and luxurious vacation and romantic getaway packages. You will be sure to recognize these hotels as the finest sampling of exclusive boutique and luxurious accommodations available.

Costa Rica Real Estate

Costa Rica Condos, Houses, Real Estate for Sale
Emerald Forest Properties has hundreds of listings to choose from all over Costa Rica for people wishing to live here, retire, or invest in real estate. Check out our articles and newsletter to stay informed about the changing real estate property and financing opportunities in Costa Rica.

International Real Estate - Brazil Properties for Sale

Car Rental Companies

Costa Rica Car Rentals - 4x4, Vans, Utility Vehicles
The best new and late model car rentals by Service Car Rentals of Costa Rica assures you the best in quality sedan and 4 wheel drives for a care-free vacation.

Products, Professional Services and Art

Costa Rica Art - Workshops, Creativity Journals, Travel
Learn about Costa Rica art, the culture, the people and write your observations into a travel and art journal. Learn how to expand your creativity with training sessions while you travel through the beautiful country of tropical Costa Rica.

Costa Rica Art - Paintings
Buy local, Costa Rican art from back home and have it shipped to you by www.costaricafineart.com

Costa Rica Cigars - Wholesale & Private Labeling
A finely rolled cigar of fine tabocco is considered by some to be a work of art! Order private brand cigars from www.premiumwholesalecigars.com

Luxury Spa Resorts
A visit to a luxury spa is all about being pampered. Besides having beautiful therapists offer their therapeutic touch, the ambience should be soothing, and of course, you should also be offered the herbal tea or wine, if you prefer. Costa Rica is becoming known for the almost ubiquitous growth of quality spas.

Costa Rica Accounting & Business Services
The globalization of the economy and the constant changes in the business, presents a challenge to company leaders. Marle accounting services is there so that the clients can “ devote themselves to their business .. and, we'll take care of the rest".

Rum Cakes Made in Costa Rica - Coconut, Mocha & Coconut for Export