So your friends have planned a destination wedding in Costa Rica here at Los Suenos Luxury Resort. They’re real nature enthusiasts and have used the expert wedding planners on staff to take care of all the important details. From the sunset-drenched ceremony on the sand, where shoes are forbidden, to the reception on one of Los Suenos Marina’s premiere cruising yachts, this destination wedding is sure to be one of the most memorable you have ever attended.

Your friends have put so much thought into making their wedding—as well as the days leading up to and following it—a special time not only for themselves but for all of their guests. Why not thank them with a thoughtful gift that enhances their Costa Rica experience and suits their tastes perfectly.

A Day at the Spa

Just because the wedding is over doesn’t mean the happy couple is returning home right away. More than likely, they’ll be spending at least a few days at Los Suenos Luxury Resort to enjoy all of the honeymoon touches that have been arranged at our condos and villas. Why not enhance the couple’s relaxation with a day at our private spa. Contact our wedding planners in advance or when you arrive at Los Suenos to put together an individual spa package for your friends. Massages, facials, yoga sessions, and much more can be incorporated into their luxurious pampering session. They will have full access to our private outdoor pools, lounge areas, Jacuzzis, and swim-up bars, all against a stunning background of lush rainforest, exotic wildlife, and tropical flowers and fauna.

Conquering the Surf

The athletic couple will probably appreciate something with a little bit more of a kick. Nearby Playa Jaco is the ideal location to book your friends a series of surfing lessons. If they love the beach, they’ll love the chance to get in the warm crystal blue waters that Costa Rica is so well-known for. And they’ll especially enjoy the challenge of riding the waves. Jaco is known world-wide for its surf conditions, which are conducive for beginning surfers to the more advanced and everyone in between. A private surf instructor will help them pick out the best board for their level and body-type and will take them to the best spots for them to learn. Ask the wedding planners when would be the best time to book this very special gift during your friends’ stay at Los Suenos.

Swing with the Monkeys

For the couple with a lot of gumption, consider sending them on a canopy tour. Canopy tours are not for the faint at heart! Visitors are securely strapped to a harness that is then fastened to a series of cables which are strung high above and sometimes through Costa Rica’s tropical rainforest. Your friends will be swinging from the trees with the monkeys, quetzals, and toucans and will be able to see Costa Rica from a whole new perspective.

So many more gift options are available that will help you take a special part in making your friends destination wedding into an extraordinary Costa Rican getaway. Consult the wedding planners for other ideas, including whitewater rafting trips, kayaking, nature hikes, and bird-watching tours, all nearby Los Suenos Resorts.

For the adventurous family who appreciates the outdoors and time on the water, sports fishing makes for the perfect group activity. Costa Rica’s 800 miles of coastline has a reputation for some of the most spectacular fishing of anywhere in the world. Some of the most fertile fishing grounds lie off Costa Rica’s Central Pacific coast. The water surrounding Los Sueños Marina and Herradura Bay is not only a beautiful crystal blue but is home to the hottest fishing spots in the country.
Whether you choose to book a half-day, full-day, or a multi-day fishing excursion, you’re whole family will enjoy the experience and learn about the sport as well as all of Costa Rica’s marine inhabitants. Most of the bilingual captains and mates are local and have been fishing these areas for years, so they know their stuff. The kids have never been fishing before? No problem. The mates will take time to explain all of the basics of fishing to the little ones—from how to bait their own hooks, to how to cast safely, and finally how to successfully reel in the big one.

Novice and expert anglers alike flock to the popular Los Sueños Marina for its short run to these calm seas packed with a huge variety of fish. You’ve never seen fish this big before! The blue and black marlin can easily weigh 600 pounds, and stories of striped marlin fishing in Costa Rica are told around the world. With their power, size, and persistence, they put on an awesome show. Marlins will fight you to the finish, diving down into deep waters, and continuing to dance for you for hours. The beautiful sailfish spend more time in the air than they do in the water during their fight. Have your camera ready to snap some priceless pictures of the fish and the expression on your kids’ faces! The Dorado, or mahi mahi, is an extremely fast-moving fish that can be recognized by its vibrant colors. Out of water, its hues visibly and dramatically change, from their sparkling golden tones and bright blues and greens on their sides and back through muted yellow-grey, giving rise to their Spanish name, Dorado Maverikos or “Golden Maverick”. It’s been estimated that they can reach speeds of 50 mph in short bursts. As if you’re not enticed enough, you’ll also have your chance to land Yellow-Fin Tuna, Roosterfish, Wahoo, and Snapper in these same waters.

Don’t worry about lugging along any of your gear on vacation. The chartered tours provide state of the art big game fishing equipment, including Penn Int and Shimano. Environmentally conscious hook designs allow hooks to set without jerking the rods–an effective method of hooking fish while causing the least amount of damage to the fish for a safe release.

Chartered trips on our luxury vessels also include drinks, snacks, beverages and beer, and lunch (during full day trips). All the planning is done for you. So sit back, relax, and catch the big one you’ve only dreamed about.

Welcome to the April Issue

Here at CR Luxury our mission is clear – to provide our clients with stellar service by always keeping the lines of communication open and that is why we are introducing our new monthly newsletter to keep you updated with our latest plans and special events within the Los Sueños community.   We’d love to hear from you, so if you have any questions you’d like to address feel free to contact us.  Remember we’re always here to help.

Do you know something we should know?  Do you know of any exciting events or changes that would benefit the Los Sueños community? Feel free to contact us with any information you’d like to share with fellow owners and we’ll make sure to include it in next month’s newsletter.

- Marcela & Sandra

April Events

Easter 2010

If you’re looking forward to celebrating Easter (March 28 - April 5) in Costa Rica there are a few things you should know before you arrive.   Most Costa Ricans are primarily Catholic and do tend to take this religious holiday seriously by attending mass and taking part in other religious events while others hit the beaches and opt for more of a sabbatical.  During this time you will find big crowds at the beaches and many other tourist destinations so you may want to plan ahead with our Diamond Concierge team.  Below, we’ve included some key information about what to expect during the Easter holiday season and how to make the proper arrangements.

If you are interested in attending mass in the Los Suenos Beach Club or the Jaco area please review our schedule below:

Mass  Hours:

April 1:

Herradura Church at 4pm

April 2:

Herradura Church at 5pm Mass
Jaco Hotel Tangieri: Religious Procession begins at 8:30am
Jaco Church: 3pm Mass

April 3:
Herradura Church: 5pm Mass

April 4:
Los Suenos Beach Club Fellowship: 8am (English Service)

Herradura Church: Mass 8am
Jaco Church: 10am & 7pm Mass

If you are interested in attending mass in any of the churches listed please keep in mind that they are held completely in Spanish.   Contact our Diamond Concierge team should you require transportation or directions.

No Alcohol Available During Easter
One more thing to keep in mind that beginning Thursday, April 1st at 12:01 am (midnight) until Saturday, April 3rd at 12:01 am no alcohol will served or available for purchase nationwide in Costa Rica.   If you’d like to make special arrangements before you arrive in Los Sueños, please contact our Diamond Concierge team and they will be happy to stock your condo accordingly.

Traffic
In and around San Jose traffic is very light during this time since many people generally leave town which in turn leaves the city to become a ghost town.   The Jaco area and surrounding beaches will generally be very crowded since it’s a popular destination among locals.   If you plan to leave the Los Suenos community during this time, we suggest you consult with our concierge team for advice on the best routes to take.  Also, if you’re traveling to the airport during Easter weekend, keep in mind that locals will be returning to San Jose which means that you may be sitting in traffic.   Make sure to plan ahead so you don’t miss your flight.

Easter Menu
If you’re looking for special Easter dishes, you’ll be sure to find plenty of suitable options within the Los Sueños restaurant community.   Guests can choose from fresh seafood dishes as well as many vegetarian options found in any of our four restaurants including Bambu, El Galeon, The Hook Up, The Terrace Lounge as well as Lanterna.   For detailed information about each restaurant and their menu you can go to the Los Sueños restaurant website at www.LSRestaurants.com

Everyone at CR Luxury would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your continued business and loyalty throughout the years. In our efforts to improve your experience with CR Luxury, we have been working on reorganizing and adding new members to the CR Luxury team as a method of improving our service.

You’ll also be happy to know that we have added a new Office Directory which will outline each of our departments as well as their contact information in case you should have any questions or concerns.   Remember that each member of our staff is here to help improve your experience so don’t hesitate to call and let us know how we can help. Click here to CR Office Directory)

New Additions to CR Luxury Team:

Maria-Liz Ramirez
Operations Manager
marializ@crluxury.com

Maria comes to us from the Philippines where her career in the Hotel/Tourism industry began. Since the late 80’s Maria has worked in five star hotels around the globe in countries such as Singapore, Sweden, Japan and Hong Kong to name a few.   She holds an M.A. in Business Management and years and years of tourism related training and service.   How did she end up in Costa Rica? She came to Costa Rica on vacation and never left.   It happens all the time!  In her spare time Maria-Liz loves to scuba dive and is actually trained as a rescue medic diver.   A great person to take along on a scuba diving trip!

Rodolfo Rodriguez Quiroz
Maintenance
maintenance@crluxury.com

Roldolfo was hired onto the CR Luxury team after having an impressive level of experience with maintenance and electro mechanics.   He has taken part in several national government projects and has an outstanding educational background to match.   On his off-time Rodolfo enjoys extreme sports and lots of good food.

Nini Pardo
Reservations Agent
nini@crluxury.com

Nini is a San Jose native with over 13 years experience working for multinational companies within the service industry.  Among her many talents include speaking three languages including Italian as well as always putting forth a positive attitude in her day to day life.   Oh! And she loves the beach!

Roberto Cespedes
Accounting Assistant
roberto@crluxury.com

Roberto is a transplant from San Jose who has worked within the tourism industry for the last nine years of his life.  He is an experienced surfer who has been hitting the waves since he was 15 years old and hopefully he’ll be nice enough to offer our staff here some lessons.  We are happy to have Roberto and he is a great addition to our accounting department.

In the News

A few weeks back we had a very special visit from newly elected Costa Rican President Laura Chinchilla who stayed in our luxurious Villa La Joya.  During her time at Los Sueños, she was gracious enough to spend a little time with CR Luxury’s President Marcela Laborde as well as our new Operations Manager Maria-Liz Ramirez.  Read more about President Chinchilla’s Visit.

CR Blog
For those of you who haven’t had a chance to CR blog it’s a great resource for information about our tours, weddings, sport fishing events and Costa Rica overall.   We will be updating our blog daily with fresh articles, videos, interviews and testimonials so make sure you don’t miss out.

Here are a few excerpts from our blog you may enjoy:

Costa Rica Beaches in Half the Time
Are you packed and ready to start your Los Sueños luxury getaway?

Fishing Hotspots in Costa Rica
Avid fishermen will agree that there is no place quite like Costa Rica for sport fishing.

Destination Wedding Steeped in Cultural Tradition With a Spicy Latin Twist
Costa Rica is quickly becoming the #1 choice for destination weddings.

We hope you have been enjoying our April Newsletter so far! This section will offer you recommendations on restaurants, events, services etc. in and around the Herradura/Jaco area that we feel are worthwhile and that you shouldn’t live without.  For next month, we’d like to include some of your personal recommendations for restaurants or any other businesses that you’d like to rave about so please send your recommendations via e-mail at: liz@crluxury.com.

Also, this month we’d like to take time out to remind you that CR Luxury is also available to organize your next corporate retreat or event.   Our facilities include 8 state of the art meeting rooms, a 400 seat ballroom, high-speed internet as well as an attentive concierge team ready to assist you with your individual needs.

Last month, we welcomed Canadian marketing expert, Gerry Visca, who hosted a corporate retreat at Los Sueños and left us a nice message about his experience in the video below.

Click to see video.

To host your next corporate event, you can e-mail:  aura@crluxury.com

Owners! Join us on Facebook and Twitter

Social media is a great way to connect with CR Luxury and keep up with customer feedback as well as current events.   Make sure you join our Facebook and Twitter accounts to see what we’re up to and make sure to drop us a line.

Picture of Month

Our star Luxury Event Coordinator, Aura Mora, organized one of the most beautiful wedding events of the year, the Merlob-Valentiner Wedding.  This 250 guest event combined a joining of cultures in one of the most breathtaking wedding destinations, Costa Rica.  The bride, Katharina, was captured in this photo walking into the sunset as it draped the Los Suenos Resort.  What a beautiful shot!

To organize your wedding with CR Luxury please contact Aura at aura@crluxury.com.

Great news to all New Yorkers! It seems that American Airlines has extended their services to Costa Rica is now offering direct non-stop flights from New York to Costa Rica starting on April 6. New flights will depart five times a week, not including Fridays or Sundays, from New York’s JFK airport and fly directly to San Jose’s Juan Santamaria Airport .

Here is American Airlines new schedule from New York’s JFK:

From New York JFK to San Jose

Flights Depart at: 3:35pm and arrive at 7:15pm
Days: Daily Except Friday and Sunday

From San Jose to New York JFK

Flights Depart at: 8:35 a.m. and arrive at 3:40 p.m.
Days: Daily except Saturday and Monday

New Yorkers can now get to Costa Rica in almost half the time and enjoy the beautiful beaches, rainforests, wildlife and adventure that only this exotic country can offer.  It’s a great time to make your way to Costa Rica since the busy season is winding down and the Green Season begins.  What does that mean to you? Less crowds, lower rates and rich green surroundings.

Costa Rica is a great destination for risk takers who like to take part in white water rafting, zip lines, surfing or sports fishing but it can also be your haven for relaxation and peace.  Costa Rica can be whatever you make it out to be so whatever it is you’re looking for you’ll be sure to find it in Costa Rica.

You’ve spent the last five years vacationing with your loved one in various tropical locales. You enjoy nothing more than a sun-drenched coast, warm cobalt blue waters, and escaping from the headaches of your daily life to a more serene environment. And now you’re engaged and ready to start planning your special day. Well, there’s no reason you have to have your wedding in a stuffy, overpriced party hall in your hometown as your parents and their parents before them did. Why not hold your wedding in a location that suits you and your fiancé best? Costa Rica with its laid back atmosphere and gorgeous natural beauty is the perfect place for your Costa Rica wedding.

Los Sueños Resorts, located in beautiful Herradura on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Coast, can help take the stress out of what should be the most memorable day of your life. Our staff will help you arrange the details from start to finish. A personal Diamond Concierge service will offer expert consultations and manage all of the bookings before your arrival, so everything is set ahead of time. Travel arrangements to Costa Rica, guest lodging at the resort, ceremony details–including food, decorations, and photographers–and unique Costa Rica honeymoon touches are our specialty.

Los Sueños Resorts has a wide range of condos to accommodate the happy couple and all of your guests. If you’re envisioning a large celebration, we offer expansive villas for more of a community feel and the ability to spread out and relax among friends and family. All of our guests have access to the exclusive beach club, with outdoor swimming pools, swim-up bars, lounge areas, and jacuzzis. Our luxury housing is surrounded by virgin rainforests, exotic wildlife, crystal clear ocean waters, and magical sunsets, for sights and sounds that you and your guests will never forget.

As the backdrop for your ceremony, choose the lush tropical rainforest, mountain ranges, coastline, waterfalls, or even an active volcano. You can find all of these in the Central Pacific region of Costa Rica. Your biggest problem might be which of the hundreds of vibrantly-colored flowers to place in your bouquet or on the reception tables. Professional photographers will be there to capture each moment of excitement and unique beauty so you’ll have a keepsake for years to come.

Your dedicated concierge service not only plans the actual wedding day but will also schedule activities for the guests to make everyone’s stay into an actual vacation. For your family and friends spending the week at Los Sueños, we will deliver groceries, arrange babysitting services, and book dinner reservations. They can enjoy meals prepared by word-class chefs at any of our specialty restaurants. We can coordinate activities and tours throughout the country to suit absolutely anyone’s personality and adventure level. Big sport fishing day trips out of Herradura Bay, exploration by kayak in the Pacific, surfing lessons, volcano climbing, tropical bird watching, cloud forest nature walks—all of these are available within a short distance of the resort.

Back at Los Sueños, the new bride and groom will enjoy a customized honeymoon stay, complete with rose petals, champagne, a private chef, or whatever other luxuries you choose. Stop imagining and turn your tropical dream wedding a reality today and start planning your Costa Rica wedding with those that you love most.

Kim Kardashian and her boyfriend Reggie Bush of New Orleans Saints fame were spotted while enjoying the beautiful beaches of Costa Rica early this month. The buzz around the Internet is that Kim is lovingly waiting for Reggie to pop the question and what a better time than during a Costa Rican vacation.

The beautifully chiseled couple were lovingly enjoying some time off from their hectic schedules while sipping cocktails by the beach and walking hand in hand under the warm Costa Rican sun.

Do we hear wedding bells Kim and Reggie? Are they looking to follow in the footsteps of Pink, supermodel Gisele Bundchen and other celebrities who have tied the knot in Costa Rica? Well if they do lets just hope they get in touch with Costa Rica Luxury Rentals for a spectacular wedding.

Here’s a pic of Reggie and Kim Kardashian’s stay in Costa Rica.

About an hour southeast from the capital city, San José, lies a perfect escape, in the peaceful rural appeal and magnificent beauty of the Orosi Valley.

Dominated by the spectacular views of two volcanoes, the green mountains with breathtaking views, the freshness of the air, and the abundance that the valley conveys, this region, devoted mainly to coffee production, will invigorate even the most exhausted of travelers.

The ride through the river valley is a complete joy not only for the wonderful views it offers but also for the attractions the visitor finds along the way.  You may see charming colonial churches, get pampered in exclusive hot springs, visit the wilderness of Tapanti National Park, and rejoice at the view of Cachí Lake.

You can enjoy it all in a one-day trip, while you fill your senses with the sounds and sights of the valley and savor a delicious cup of fresh local coffee.

You enter the valley from Paraíso, in the province of Cartago.  As you drive, the landscape suddenly reveals the vast valley, covered with coffee fields and sprinkled with little villages, as you descend into its core and to the swirling river below.

The first stop should be the magnificent Orosi Lookout, just 2 kilometers along this road; its green hills are a perfect picnic spot.  From there, you move down to Orosi’s charming colonial town, where the simple yet gorgeous 1743 Iglesia San José de Orosi, the oldest church still open in Costa Rica, lies.  Next to it, there’s a museum of religious art and relics, which used to be a Franciscan monastery.

Orosi is famous for its natural hot springs, which attracted Spanish colonists to the region.  There are two public spas, “Los Balnearios” and “Los Patios”, and if you are of an adventurous nature, you can also try the hot waters along the Orosi River; however, these are popular among the locals, so it can get a little crowded and you may have to be careful.

Without a doubt, the best are the private options, like “Valle Caliente Hot Springs”, where you can enjoy a natural-rock hot spring pool right in the heart of one of the best coffee plantations in the area.  In this exclusive hideaway, you will enjoy a delicious lunch and full service experience with coffee tour included.  You just have to allow your senses to dwell where they have never been before.  This is a private paradise, so you have to make a reservation, because the place is all yours for the day.

Valle Caliente Hot Springs, private getaway

You can visit the Orosi Tourist Information and Arts Café (OTIAC) in town to find out what you can do and about other exclusive jewels in the area.

When leaving the valley you have two options: you can go around it to enjoy the never-ending natural beauty, or you can take a detour and visit Tapantí National Park, a 5000-hectare bird paradise that is considered one of Costa Rica’s wildest cloud forests and the wettest national park in the country, with more than seven meters of annual rainfall.

Back on the road, you cross the river at Palomo village and head north surrounded by gorgeous coffee plantations, the river and Cachí Lake, and the grandness of the Irazú and Turrialba volcanoes.  The manmade and truly spectacular lake can be seen at its best from “La Casona del Cafetal” restaurant, one of the best in the region.

Orosi is such a rich region that we have only scratched the surface; however, we hope it is enough to inspire you to visit it and feed your soul and body with the pleasures that await you only one hour away from the capital city.

If you liked this article, tell all your friends about it. They’ll thank you for it. If you have a blog or website, you can link to it or even post it to your own site (don’t forget to mention www.crluxury.com as the original source).

Costa Rica is quickly becoming the #1 choice for destination weddings
For many creative couples. Whether your dream setting is beach, a mountain top, or hanging from a ZipLine 100 feet above the floor of the rainforest, a destination wedding in Costa Rica will not wedding costa rica wedding planners costa rica wedding planner costa rica disappoint.

This tiny Central American country has more variety of environments and desirable settings to offer than almost anyplace on earth. First there is such a wide range of micro climates such as the Rainforest, dry cool Cloudforest or choose from an oceanfront beach ceremony on not just one coast….but your choice of the waves of the vast and mighty Pacific Ocean or the white sand and turquoise waters of the Caribbean.
Yes, it’s true….one paradise, two oceans.

Many couples seek wild eco-adventure, some are looking for a casual atmosphere and warm weather year-round, some for terrific value in an exotic location…Costa Rica offers them all. The most common thread with most of these couples is to preserve some elements of cultural or religious tradition in their ceremony while still enjoying the exotic scenery, celebrating their raw, adventurous sides and creating one-of-a-kind memories for the whole group that weren’t just popped out of a mold in a factory like many typical weddings.

One very vibrant couple made this dream a reality while creatively combining centuries-old East Indian tradition with a spicy Latin twist.

This was no ordinary East Indian wedding.
The setting was Los Sueños Resort and Marina on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica.

This particular couple has a passion for a tropical environment and the sea so they also wanted a beachfront wedding. The question was…how do they achieve it all…all in one amazing place?

They really had an interesting mix of requirements and a travel planner in the U.S. recommended they consider Los Sueños, just a 2 hour drive from the capital city of San Jose (soon to be a 1 hour drive when the new national highway opens in early 2010)

The family knew they had some challenges ahead with such unique requirements and it would take a very special, dedicated team to pull off all the complicated and specialized details.

They visited the Los Suenos resort, met with the CR Luxury Wedding Coordinator, explained their requests and requirements, and decided they’d found exactly what they wanted.

A Pre-wedding visit to experience the destination, the resort or hotel is highly recommended. Some venues even have a program allowing a one or two night complimentary visit, site tour and planning meeting.

Many hotels and resorts also offer a special bridal package which sometimes might include items like a complimentary cake, flower arrangement, banquet room and even a honeymoon suite at no charge for the bride and groom with a certain number of condominiums or hotel rooms booked for friends and family.

Check with the group sales department, reservations department, concierge or wedding planner for each venue you are considering and ask what offers they may extend and how much value you will receive for your dollars spent. Always consult a professional when preparing for a destination wedding either through the services of an independent planner or an “in-house” wedding coordinator.

Someone with expert knowledge of the location and great relationships with local vendors can help provide every detail and pull it off without even the slightest bump in the process. Well, almost any event planner will tell you; “there are bumps in carrying out any event…but a true professional will identify issues and find a creative solution to remedy the situation quickly where everyone in attendance will see only a hugely successful, joyful event”. The most important thing in almost any wedding planning process is to minimize the stress and maximize the pleasure of the entire experience from the first visit and consideration of the location, through the return home from the honeymoon.

The couple was amazed at how a team in Latin America, who never previously had any contact with East Indian culture, stepped right in, were happy to assist with every unusual detail and never were flustered by even a fleeting thought, of not being able to deliver every wish .

This well-traveled bride, grew up in Costa Rica and still has family in the country so she knows first hand all the wonders that Costa Rica and Latin America have to offer.  She knew this was the perfect place to bond their relationship and blend the two, vastly different cultures she calls her own.

Once the plans were made they flew from their home in Boston and after a few days in the city it was time to head west toward the Pacific coast to Los Sueños to begin the elaborate 3 day celebration.

The group arrived at Los Suenos Resort, checked in with the CR Luxury Diamond Concierge Team and the family met with their personal “in-house” wedding coordinator who immediately put them at ease ahd had every detail covered. Next stop….AAAAhhhhhhhh!

The bride said“ Once everyone arrived and checked into their luxury condominiums, everyone was so relaxed…..I think this set a great mood for the entire trip right away.”

It was November 26th, the day before Thanksgiving family did not want to miss that tradition either.  The CR Luxury Concierge ordered a full Thanksgiving Dinner that was delivered to the family at their condominium.

This was another great example of the blending of cultures…An American Celebration, enjoyed by an East Indian family across the street from the rainforest, in Costa Rica! This just goes to show what a warm welcome can be found for all cultures in this little Latin American paradise!

The bride also tells us that the luxury condominiums were “such a great decision”. They all enjoyed a beautiful, spacious home that allowed everyone to be comfortable and gather together several times and enjoy each other’s company as a family and as a group.  She also told us that they were impressed at how the units are so well kept. She said that the time shared and closeness would not have been possible if they were all staying in a luxury hotel.

Arrangements were made for the first ceremonial events…the ladies participated in a ritual called Mehndi and they flew in a special Henna artist from Toronto for the event while the family men gathered for drinks at sunset and enjoyed a memorable time.

The next event called Sangeet, began almost immediately afterward…poolside at the private, Los Sueños Beach Club.
Just another example of blending of the scenery of this Latin American paradise and rich East Indian culture.
The Sangeet event began with drinks and appetizers, being served.
While the guests were sipping and dining, there were dance and musical performances, the Newlywed Game and an open mic for speeches from friends.

Then came the wedding day and it was spectacular right from the start!

In a more typical setting the family and guests of the groom would proceed together fully costumed and decorated to the home of the bride for the wedding ceremony. For this creative couple, there was an exciting twist!

With the groom’s dressed in formal East Indian wedding attire, he mounts a horse and the group of family and guests begin the colorful procession, called Baraat winding through the Los Sueños resort toward the Beach Club for Milni where the bride’s family greets the groom’s for the ritual exchange of garlands.

The wedding couple were married on a stage with floral alter specially designed and built right here in Costa Rica of wood with a steel bowl for a special fire just for this particular ceremony.

A tented beachfront reception, decorated in linens and ribbon of white, gold and green followed the ceremony. Drinks and appetizers were served as well as a fantastic, authentic dinner catered by the family’s favorite restaurant East Indian restaurant from San Jose.

This lovely bride commented that every task and request, no matter how unique, strange or unconventional, from a horse for the groom’s procession to a specially built stage and alter was possible due to the “can do” attitude of the CR Luxury Diamond Concierge team.

The beach, rainforest covered mountains, outdoor venues, spacious luxury accommodations and the oceanfront views allowed this modern, young couple to create a very personalized, unique series of events which blended their rich East Indianheritage with their love for the beach and the tropics for a spicy Latin twist!

This was an example of just one couple’s unique creative dream wedding.

Never let your wedding dreams have limits…reach for the sky…right here in Costa Rica!

See what bride and groom had to say.

Treat your special someone to something totally unexpected this Valentines day, book a romantic escape to Costa Rica today! Costa Rica is the ideal location to spend a long and memorable weekend with your loved one.

At Los Sueños Resort located on Costa Rica’s magnificent Pacific coastline, we can help you plan the holiday getaway of your dreams. Our Diamond Concierge Service caters exclusively to the resort’s guests. Let us arrange your stay—you can choose from any of the condos or villas on our lush, landscaped grounds. We’ll take care of all of the details and extra touches in advance so you can relax fully and enjoy every moment with the one you love. Ask for rose petals to adorn your bed upon arrival in a room stocked with chilled champagne and chocolates, or have one of our private chefs prepare and serve a gourmet dinner for you in the privacy of your own room.

You can spend hours—or even days—at our full-service spa located right on the resort premises. Indulge in a sensual couples massage or any of our other beautifying and detoxifying packages, including facials, scrubs, hot stone therapies, and hair designs. Mentally rebalance and connect with your partner during a private yoga lesson right on the sand.

Drinks will be delivered to you in between dips and as your soak up the sun oceanside. Don’t forget to take advantage of the Los Sueños Beach Club amenities—jacuzzis, outdoor pools, and swim-up bars scattered throughout the resort grounds.

With five internationally flavored restaurants to choose from, you and you’re loved one might just not ever want to skip a meal. Contemporary, exotic, and freshly prepared courses are often served overlooking the spectacular Costa Rican sunsets. Go casual at our classic American pub or spice things up with Bambú’s Asian-inspired menu. Also known as a popular nightlife spot, you’ll often be treated to live local music and can dance the night away hand in hand without ever having to the leave the resort.

You and your special someone can even spend quality time together on the green. Take advantage of La Iguana Golf Course during your stay at the resort, with a day of 18-holes on a stunning nature backdrop of monkeys, sloths, pizotes, toucans, macaws, and lush green native fauna. Nearby Los Sueños Marina is also very popular among guests. Chartered luxury sailboats and fishing vessels leave continually from the marina and are an excellent way to explore the country’s clear blue waters with your true love by your side.

We can also help you plan a complete itinerary of activities and tours off the grounds. Costa Rica is known for its wildlife preserves, national parks, and adventure opportunities. Whether you and your partner are nature lovers, looking for an interactive cultural experience, or are thrill seekers, your trip will be packed with fun. Rainforests, cloud forests, colorful birds, volcanoes, horseback riding, surfing lessons, waterfall hikes, these are just a few of the ways you can spend your vacation together.

Time is running out. This year find a new way to celebrate your love in Costa Rica.

Costa Rica is often named as one of the top 10 spots for a really romantic honeymoon. It is one of few honeymoon destinations that offer such a diverse number of opportunities and environments. From relaxing on a beach, to touring an ancient volcano, or zip lining through the jungle canopy, Costa Rica has something for everyone. But probably the one thing Costa Rica is most famous for is its beaches. If you are honeymooning in Costa Rica be sure to check out all the many beaches Costa Rica has to offer.

1. Manuel Antonio

Travel guides will often describe Manuel Antonio as not only one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica, bur also one of the most beautiful in the world. The amazing scenery surrounding the white sand beaches includes jungle canopy, waterfalls, and lush palm trees. It offers the most variety of activities as along with sunbathing, you can also surf, snorkel, sea kayak, fish, and surf.

2. Nicoya Peninsula

The Nicoya Peninsula is not a single beach but a geographical area that includes several beaches along the coastline. These sandy beaches and warm waters are more secluded and lure fewer tourists than some of the other beaches. If you’re looking for a quieter Costa Rica honeymoon, this may be the place for you.

3. Playa Tamarindo

This is one of Costa Rica’s most famous beach towns. The beaches are beautiful and sandy backed by towering palm trees and blessed with eternally warm waters. It is probably one of the most “touristy” of all the beaches. It is close to many of the adventure tours of the area if you want to combine beach bumming and new experiences. There is also plenty of shopping, dining, and nightlife.

4. Montezuma

If night life, art, partying, and people watching are your thing, then Montezuma Beach may be suitable for your honeymoon destination. It is a little more budget-friendly as it is more an area for locals than tourists. There is always something interesting going on from artisans displaying their wares to musicians entertaining the beach crowd. It is also one of the best places to experiment with the local cuisine. There is plenty of adventure waiting nearby as well and the beach itself boasts beachside waterfalls and warm inviting tide pools.

5. Jaco

Jaco Beach was at one time just a sleepy beach town, but in the last few years its popularity has grown as tourists discovered the fantastic surfing opportunities. This combined with its proximity to San Jose and the night life available there has made Jaco one of the most favoured honeymoon beach destinations. While it is one of the best for surfing, it is not considered a particularly safe beach for swimming as the waves are high and fast-breaking. For sunning and swimming, there are other beaches that are better.