TRAVEL JOURNAL: COSTA RICA
There’s never been a better time to travel. The dollar is stronger, the flights are easier, the concept of luxury is actually within reach and (I’ll go ahead and say it) the President-elect of the United States is making some of us want to board the next flight out of this place. The only question is: where to first?
With a wealth of direct flights from major American hubs, Costa Rica has always been an attractive destination for travelers as much for its geographic diversity—beaches, volcanoes, and rainforests—as for its tropical vibe and comparative affordability. A destination with plentiful surprises at every turn. I had to check it off my list.
With a wealth of direct flights from major American hubs, Costa Rica has always been an attractive destination for travelers as much for its geographic diversity—beaches, volcanoes, and rainforests—as for its tropical vibe and comparative affordability. A destination with plentiful surprises at every turn. I had to check it off my list.
ANDAZ PAPAGAYO
The Andaz property (in the exclusive Papagayo Peninsula) feels like an organic reflection of its surroundings with its earthy wooden touches, its wide open spaces and its tranquil nooks and crannies that let you take in the beauty of the Bay of Culebra. Above all, the property boasts a sense of place, with notable décor, amenities and of course, standout dining options. After a day or two, the country’s “Pura Vida” catchphrase (which means “chill out”) becomes second nature.
Rooms are spacious and airy without incomprehensible design features hijacking the comfort of the space.
