The True Meaning of the Holiday Season in Costa Rica
By late October, the Christmas season begins to take hold in Costa Rica. Across the country, homes fill with decorations and shops sparkle with lights, tempting shoppers to spend their hard-earned colones.
The Heart of Possibilities in Santa Eulalia-Atenas, Costa Rica
Just ten minutes from downtown Atenas, nestled in the tranquil hills of Santa Eulalia, lies a property unlike any other — a lush, four-acre sanctuary where nature, creativity, and community converge.
CoopeAtenas: An Economic Cornerstone Of The Community
August is full of big birthdays and celebrations in Atenas. On Aug. 7, the town and county of Atenas celebrated its 156th birthday. Officially founded on Aug. 7, 1868, Atenas was once the strategic meeting and resting point for Costa Rican merchants traveling by oxcart with goods and coffee from the fertile Central Valley to the Pacific coastal port of Puntarenas.
7 Tips for Building Your Dream Home in Atenas, Costa Rica
Building a custom home is one of the most exciting things you can do—but it’s also one of the easiest ways to go over budget. In Costa Rica, just like anywhere else, small changes, finish upgrades, and “little extras” add up fast. The good news? With the right preparation and expectations, you can avoid surprises and actually enjoy the process.
Tropical Paradise 2-Bedroom Pool Home with Panoramic Views Atenas, Costa Rica
Straight out of the pages of a magazine, this turn-key tropical retreat is truly cover-ready. Every corner reflects thoughtful design and craftsmanship, offering all the amenities on a buyer’s wish list — perfectly situated just 12 minutes from downtown Atenas, in the boutique gated community of Las Palmas.
Blue Zone Living in Costa Rica: Lifestyle Habits for a Longer Life in Paradise
What’s a Blue Zone? It’s a question I first asked myself not long after moving to Costa Rica in 2007. Around that time, I saw an interview with Dan Buettner, the researcher who coined the term after studying communities around the world where people live exceptionally long and healthy lives.
Costa Rica’s New Frontier of Luxury: From Superyachts to Sophisticated Living in Atenas
Growing up in Florida, surrounded by water, it was only natural to develop a love for anything related to boating and water sports. Summers meant swimming in crystal-clear springs, skiing on the Alafia River, or snorkeling for lobster in the Florida Keys. Everyone I knew had a boat, and my father and uncles were avid fishermen. For us, life on the water wasn’t just a pastime — it was a way of life.
The Luxury of Adventure: 2024 Land Rover Defender in Costa Rica
For some, a vehicle is simply a way to get from point A to point B. For others, it’s a gateway to freedom, exploration, and a lifestyle defined by both adventure and elegance. The Land Rover Defender has always embodied that spirit — uncompromising in capability, yet undeniably refined.
Cooking In Costa Rica – How To Prepare Those Strange Fruits and Vegetables You Find At The Feria (Farmers Market)
Topping my list of favorite things about living in Costa Rica is the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables that are available all year round. Everything grows to Jurassic proportions in this tiny Central American country.
Luxury Homes For Sale In Atenas, Costa Rica: 8 Must-See Properties
In some areas of the world, the real estate market is showing signs of slowing down and adjusting, especially in many areas of the United States. However, second home markets, like that in our idyllic hillside town of Atenas, Costa Rica, the market is hotter than ever. Let’s face it, if you’ve been looking at properties in Atenas for the past few years, you’re acutely aware that inventory moves fast and remains tight. If your property search is in our sweet-spot, luxury view homes priced between $500,000 to $750,000, then you’ll be hard-pressed for options at the moment.