LOCATION, ENTERTAINMENT AND CULTURE

Villa Paradiso del Mar is located only 20 minutes from the International airport in Liberia, Guanacaste with daily flights to and from the United States.

The villa is nestled in the hills of Monte Pariaso, a quiet, gated neighborhood in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica. This residential area is known for its beautiful homes and spectacular views. It is far enough from the crowds, yet very convenient to Playa Hermosa and Playa Coco beaches. These towns also offer shops, restaurants, grocery stores and entertainment. All of this is within 5 to 10 minutes drive!

Costa Rica People
Costa Ricans (ticos and ticas) are friendly, fun-loving and family oriented people. They are full of hospitality and jump at the chance to dance and celebrate life. The amazing natural beauty and diverse landscapes of Costa Rica, coupled with its people, makes it a perfect vacation destination. Costa Rica society is well educated and boasts a 93% literacy rate. While the official language is Spanish, you will find that many of the local people, especially those in the service industry, are fluent in English. The capital city is San Jose and it is the cultural center with a growing venue of theater, opera, symphony and art.

Weather
Guanacaste's climate and culture are unique among Costa Rican provinces The province experiences little rain, with tropical dry weather from November to April. Tourists seek out this dry heat during the North American winter to enjoy the breathtaking beaches, vegetation and wildlife.

The "Arbol de Guanacaste" is a national simbol (pictured).

Entertainment
Playa del Coco (10 minutes drive) is a fishing village turned beach resort, about 35 minutes from Liberia International Airport. It is one of Northern Guanacaste's most celebrated dive and snorkeling areas, and many local tour operators have set up shop´s here. Sailboat snorkeling cruises, color-filled open water dives, and PADI certification courses are given daily, and serious divers will be pleased by the Pacific Coast offerings. Tropical favorites like puffer fish, eels, stingrays and dolphins swim these waters, and many people say that Coco Beach is home to the best diving in Costa Rica. It is also an excellent place to charter a boat for sport fishing for world class sailfish, marlin and rooster fish. There are also many bars and restaurants popular with young Ticos and visitors alike, along with many shops offering souvenirs and items crafted by local artisans.

Play Hermosa (2 minuute drive) means "Beautiful Beach" in Spanish. It has made a name for itself with its idyllic beauty and lush surroundings. There is a two kilometer long gray sand beach enriched by tropical forests and ridges of volcanic rock. The beach is relaxed and rarely crowded, making it the perfect retreat for those who wish to just lie back leisurely and enjoy the sun. Take advantage of the year-round warm water temperature for swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving. You can also rent kayaks, sailboards, canoes and jet skis from the many shops that line the beach. Local tourist companies also offer organized fishing trips as well as catamaran rides along the Hermosa coast for those who prefer a more tranquil holiday. I Several tour operators are available in the area. One of the most recommended is SunnySide Adventures (www.sunnysidecostarica.com).

Sunnyside Adventures specializes in personal travel planning for small groups, individuals, families and couples throughout Costa Rica. They offer deluxe custom-made travel packages that include bird watching, hiking the National parks, sport activities, cultural and wellness programs, sport fishing and educational programs.

Dinning
Playa Hermosa, just 2 minutes away offers traditional Costa Rican food as well as seafood, tapas, fusion and more!

Playa Coco, just 10 minutes away, offers world class dining with Italian, local, fusion, sushi, steak and seafood restaurants. There is plenty of night life at the bars, often featuring live music.

Shopping
There is a small Luperon Grocery store in Play Hermosa. There is a larger, very modern, Automercado Grocery in Playa Coco in the Pacifico shopping center. Playa Coco also offers lots of souvenirs and local arts and crafts items.

Beaches
2 minutes from Playa Hermosa
10 minutes from Playa Coco

Other beaches nearby:
Playa Pena, Iguanita, Calzon de Pobre
White sand beaches across the bay, easily reached by a taxi boat
Playa Conchal (pictured)

Golf course
15 minutes to Papagayo Golf Course
40 minutes to Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course (pictured)