You are probably wondering one of two things – possibly both – what are Chipko’s and what do they have to do with Guanacaste? Well first off, Chipko is a type of flip-flop sandal designed originally in India by founder Priya Dua. The word “Chipko” is a Sandskrit word meaning to stick. However there is [...]
Rumor on the street is that the Hollywood superstars also known as “Brangelina”, are considering purchasing the sprawling 500 acre estate. Mel Gibson purchased the property in 2007 for a cool $25.8 million and has it currently listed for $35 million. Not a bad profit Mel! However, reality is everything is relative, especially when you [...]
Guanacaste is a buzz with the idea that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, or “Brangelina” as they are also known, will be vacationing in Guanacaste over the Christmas holidays. Furthermore, the rumor mill is alive with the idea that they are shopping for some Costa Rica real estate. The duo, who have Maddox, 10, Pax, [...]
As summer time emerges throughout Guanacaste, tourism facilitators like hotels, fishing charters, excursion tour companies and more, all are reporting an increase in numbers above last year at this same time. Could this be the positive sign the season is heading for a prosperous run? Let’s look a little deeper… How Guanacaste tourism directly affects [...]
This years rainy (aka green) season, has apparently taken a real round out of Guanacaste and paying close attention the areas around San Carlos. The green season 2011 saw the inundation of Guanacaste which wreaked havoc throughout the province. 250mm of rain fell here throughout a 12 day span causing flash flooding and the probable [...]
Situated along the shores of Playa Basilito and steps from Playa Conchal in Guanacaste, one of Costa Ricas most desirable beaches, is Catalina Cove. In 2005, Catalina Cove was well received when lots went to market. So much so that all lots sold out in less than 18 months after inception. Now the opportunity has [...]
Costa Rica continues to be one of the most desirable Latin American countries within Central America, which goes to show, just why the Guanacaste real estate market is thriving. Many have traveled from far and near to experience the culture, the food, the music, the weather and the slow paced way of life. It is [...]