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Relaxing Beach Vacation on the Papagayo Peninsula

If your idea of a Costa Rica vacation is relaxing on a quiet beach, the laid back atmoshphere and gentle surf of the Papagaya Gulf will soothe your mind, body and soul.

Glitz and Glamour
Just hearing the word “Papagayo” conjures visions of grandeur. Posh five-star hotels like the Four Seasons, Occidental Allegro and the Hilton call this languid strip of beaches home, all attracting glamorous and constant stream of celebrities like Brad and Angelina, Madonna and Pink. But because all shores in Costa Rica are considered public property, everyone is entitled to enjoy the very same coastlines regardless of individual fame or material wealth; and with a prime location just a 30-minute drive from Liberia, Papagayo is easily accessible to visitors from all walks of life.

Spectacular Scenery
With its clear, peaceful waters and enchanting sunsets, Papagayo is the absolute ideal place for a destination wedding or romantic getaway. Wildlife watching opportunities are unparalleled – around any given corner you can expect to find curious white face or howler monkeys, adorable anteaters and cuddly coatimundis (*disclaimer: do not try to cuddle with a coatimundi). Boating in the bay or experiencing a sunset sailing cruise you can glide alongside playful dolphins, enormous whales and mating Olive Ridley sea turtles. Under the sea, snorkeling and scuba diving will put you up close and personal with creatures like octopi, clown shrimp, spotted eagle rays and harmless white tip reef sharks

Location, Location, Location
Papagayo offers an array of activities that is sure to leave guests of all ages entertained and content. From canopy tours and mountain biking to scuba diving and just relaxing on the beach, here you’ll find something for everyone to enjoy. Papagayo is made up of lush rainforests and a dozen secluded beaches just waiting to be explored via hiking, kayaking, snorkeling or even renting an ATV for the day. The area’s 180-slip marina makes water activities a breeze, like sport fishing for marlin, sailfish and yellowfin tuna. For golfing enthusiasts, the Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course with its dramatic ocean vistas is nothing short of legendary; and to complement it, the construction of a par 72 Jack Nicklaus Design Course is underway.