Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Aerial view of Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica Costa Rica’s national phrase is “Pura Vida”, meaning “pure life” or “simple life”, but it’s more than an expression, it’s a cultural way of life for people living in this beautiful Central American country. From the moment we stepped off the plane and felt the blissful tropical breeze on our faces, friendly locals greeted us - “Pura Vida!” Besides this being their unofficial motto, it’s used to say hello, goodbye, and that everything is good. Pura vida also means we must be grateful for what we have, find the positive in life, and not dwell on the negative.

Pura Vida is a favorite Costa Rican expression which means Pure Life. Image was taken on Cocos beach in Guanacaste province. My son and I swapped our busy city lives of school and work to unwind in nature and chase the pura vida lifestyle, luckily Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica makes it easy to achieve.

Located in picturesque Playa El Jobo on the Northern coast of Guanacaste, this luxurious all-inclusive stunning beachfront resort is surrounded by lush tropical jungles, roaming wildlife, mountains, and a beautiful beach. The only hotel in Costa Rica certified by Preferred by Nature, they are plastic free, protect flora and fauna, provide exceptional gourmet dining, deluxe accommodations, family friendly activities, and access to unbelievable excursions. As part of Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection in Costa Ri.