Paradise Off The Beaten Path in Costa Rica
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica While popular beaches like Tamarindo, Flamingo and Playa Conchal offer a wide range of tourist attractions, some travelers are keen to get off the beaten path and connect with the culture of Costa Rica. If you’re looking to experience the more authentic side to Costa Rica, look no further than Santa Teresa. Santa Teresa is a remote beach town located at the southern tip of the Nicola Peninsula in Costa Rica, part of the Puntarenas province. The laid back town consists of one single stretch of road scattered with restaurants, eco-lodges, hotels and surf stores. Its best known for its pristine sandy beaches, consistent surf and spectacular sunsets. After spending two weeks beach hopping around Costa Ricas North Pacific I was in need of a change of scenery. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoyed my stay. However, I was bothered by how americanised everything was. Costa Rica is by far the most expensive central American country I’ve vis...