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Cosmopolitan Living
SANTA TERESA: BETWEEN DIRT ROADS AND COSMOPOLITAN LIVING
It’s not a secret that everyone wants to live in paradise, and there’s hardly many other places on Earth that provide as close an experience as the vibrant beaches in the Southern Nicoya Peninsula . For many years now, this beautiful, off the beaten path destination has been drawing the most adventurous visitors . In contrast to many of the other tourist hotspots on the coastlines of Costa Rica, Santa Teresa can’t be easily linked with just a couple of demographics .
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This beach town was once a surfer destination at the end of the road . The initial word of mouth around this surf town’s many wonders came by way of backpacking travelers and savvy local surfers . As time went by, and more people discovered the Santa Teresa area and its coastlines, these mumblings echoed throughout the world and word got out . In the late 1990’s and early 2000’s Santa Teresa’s community began to grow, became more and more eclectic, and it hasn’t really stopped . Nowadays, as soon you enter the town, it’s immediately apparent just how much its multicultural ethos has shaped Santa Teresa’s identity and vibe .
Young people from all over the world are settling in Santa Teresa for its unparalleled surf culture and natural surroundings . From backpackers, to families and couples, to
Given its place as one of the country’s coolest beach towns, Santa Teresa offers a colorful and international sense of community.
soul seekers, to Italian gelateria owners, to American remote workers, to Argentinian bohemians and musicians, and so on… Santa Teresa’s sense of community comes from the fact that despite the difference in cultural background and way of life, everyone who is here has made an active effort to be here, and contribute in some way to this wonderful beach town .
The best example of this can be seen in Santa Teresa’s cultural offerings, from its healthy dose of yogi culture, diverse international cuisine, abundance of art and local designer shops, and a variety of live music events and social gatherings . Santa Teresa’s uncharted appeal is ever present as it blends the best of both worlds by combining a lush tropical backdrop with an inherently cosmopolitan experience .
