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LIFE BY THE SEA
Welcome to Ventanas del Mar and our Costa Rica luxury lifestyle blog, where life unfolds with ocean views, warm breezes, and inspired living. Discover life at Ventanas del Mar, Playa Carrillo, and greater Costa Rica – from local dining and beach adventures to Costa Rican healthcare, retirement, moving advice, and more.
Monkeys, Macaws, Turtles, and More: A Wildlife Lover’s Guide to Playa Carrillo
Discover the wildlife of Guanacaste around Playa Carrillo, where howler monkeys, wild scarlet macaws, and nesting sea turtles are practically neighbors. This guide to Costa Rica's untamed Nicoya coast covers what to see, where to find it, and when — from the treetops to the turtle beaches at Camaronal.
Best Family-Friendly Beaches in Guanacaste
The best beaches in Costa Rica for families sit in Guanacaste — calm bays, safe swimming, white sand, starting with Playa Carrillo.
Healthcare & Medical Tourism in Costa Rica: What Expats Need to Know
Medical tourism in Costa Rica offers world-class healthcare at a fraction of U.S. prices — and for many visitors, it's the first step toward a vacation home, rental investment, or full-time life in the Nicoya Blue Zone. Here's what expats need to know.
Buying Real Estate in Costa Rica as a Foreigner: A Complete Guide
Buying property in Costa Rica as a foreigner is more straightforward than most people expect — but knowing the process before you start makes all the difference. Here's everything you need to know.
Top Surfing and Stand-Up Paddleboarding Spots Near Playa Carrillo
Discover the best surfing and stand-up paddleboarding spots near Playa Carrillo, Costa Rica. From beginner-friendly waves in Samara to world-class surf at Camaronal, explore the lifestyle around Ventanas del Mar.
Pickleball, Pools, and Panoramas: The Amenities That Define Ventanas del Mar
Explore luxury real estate amenities in Playa Carrillo, Costa Rica. Discover pickleball, oceanview pools, and turnkey vacation rental living at Ventanas del Mar.