Costa Rica – Caribbean Calm and Pacific Soul
Costa Rica radiated pure pura vida, that untranslatable mix of ease, connection, and joy that defines everyday life here. From Limon’s lush Caribbean rhythms to Puntarenas’ sun-washed Pacific coast, each stop revealed a country built on balance, between rainforest and ocean, craft and community, calm and color. I met artisans who paint their heritage into every curve of an oxcart and farmers whose hands shape the flavor of morning coffee. Whether wandering coastal streets or watching iguanas bask in the sun, I felt Costa Rica’s quiet reminder to slow down, breathe deeply, and simply live well.
Limon
Limon welcomed me with Caribbean rhythm, rain-kissed air, and a slower pace that felt instantly grounding. From market strolls to sea views wrapped in jungle green, every corner carried the relaxed heartbeat of pura vida.
Puntarenas
On the Pacific side, Puntarenas blended craft and coast—coffee co-ops, painted oxcarts, and a shoreline alive with sun and locals at ease. It was a day steeped in Costa Rica’s everyday artistry and the easy joy that defines this country.