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Peninsula Papagayo
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July 23, 2026

Sport Fishing on Peninsula Papagayo: A Guide to the Gulf

The Gulf of Papagayo fishes well every month of the year, and the marina is very close to your stay at The Smart Villas on the Peninsula. Here is what is biting when, how to choose between a half day and a full day, and why the best part often happens back at the house.

Peninsula Papagayo
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July 23, 2026

Golf on Peninsula Papagayo: The Ocean Course at a Glance

An Arnold Palmer Signature course ranked among the best outside the US, with ocean views on fourteen holes and monkeys in the trees. Here is what to know before you play the Ocean Course on Peninsula Papagayo, including the access rule that catches people out.

Peninsula Papagayo
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July 10, 2026

The Wildlife of Peninsula Papagayo: What You'll See and Where

The howler monkeys will wake you before your alarm does. Here is what lives on Peninsula Papagayo, from capuchins at the villa edge to the endangered scarlet macaw, and how to see more of it than most visitors do.

Peninsula Papagayo
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July 9, 2026

Where to Eat on Peninsula Papagayo: A Villa Host's Guide

Sixteen restaurants, four resorts, and no town. Here is where to eat on Peninsula Papagayo, organized by the night you are planning rather than by the hotel that runs the kitchen.

Peninsula Papagayo
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July 9, 2026

Things to Do on Peninsula Papagayo: A Complete Guide

Seven beaches, a new 23-acre park, an Arnold Palmer course, and some of the best waves in Central America, all on 1,400 protected acres. Here is what is worth your time on Peninsula Papagayo, from the people who host guests there.

Surf, Things to do, Surfing, Witch's Rock, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
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July 8, 2026

Surf Spots Near Papagayo: A Guide to Guanacaste's Best Waves

Some of Central America's most storied waves sit within reach of Peninsula Papagayo, from Witch's Rock and Ollie's Point by boat to the Tamarindo breaks by car. Here is how to plan around all five, whatever your level.

Peninsula Papagayo, Things to do, Travel Guides, Costa Rica, Family travel, Papagayo Park, Guanacaste
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July 8, 2026

Papagayo Park: The New Center of Family Life on Peninsula Papagayo

Peninsula Papagayo's new $26 million park opened in December 2025, adding padel and pickleball courts, waterslides, a pump track, and an art studio to the peninsula. Here is how to plan a day that works for every age in your group.

Papagayo Explorers' Venture Beyond
Experiences
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April 30, 2026

Papagayo Explorers' Venture Beyond

Day trips from Peninsula Papagayo to Río Celeste, Rincón de la Vieja, Palo Verde, and more. Private guided excursions into Costa Rica's rainforests, national parks, and volcanic landscapes

The Best Things to Do on Peninsula Papagayo
Experiences
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April 30, 2026

The Best Things to Do on Peninsula Papagayo

A complete guide to Peninsula Papagayo's best experiences — curated by The Smart Villas. From mangrove floats to aerial adventures after dark, here's everything worth booking before you arrive.

Discover the Magic of the Kids Club at Prieta Beach Club
Family & Pets
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October 17, 2025

Discover the Magic of the Kids Club at Prieta Beach Club

The Kids Club at Prieta Beach Club offers enriching, fun, and safe adventures for your little ones. Located on Papagayo Peninsula, Costa Rica

Private Villa with Resort Access for Your Stay: Four Seasons, Andaz, Prieta Beach Club
Luxury Living
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August 3, 2025

Private Villa with Resort Access for Your Stay: Four Seasons, Andaz, Prieta Beach Club

Stay in our private villa & unlock resort access in Peninsula Papagayo. Four Seasons, Andaz & Ritz-Carlton Nekajui Access!

Corporate Retreats in Costa Rica: Unite Your Team in Paradise
Group Travel
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August 3, 2025

Corporate Retreats in Costa Rica: Unite Your Team in Paradise

Luxury corporate retreat in Costa Rica. Our private villas in Peninsula Papagayo offer dedicated meeting spaces, high-speed Wi-Fi, & team-building amenities.

Pet-Friendly Costa Rica Villas: Vacation with Your Furry Friends!
Family & Pets
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August 3, 2025

Pet-Friendly Costa Rica Villas: Vacation with Your Furry Friends!

Traveling to Costa Rica with a pet? Get tips on import rules, vaccinations, and finding the perfect pet-friendly villa.

Luxury Beach Clubs in Peninsula Papagayo: Prieta, Virador & Andaz
Luxury Living
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July 25, 2025

Luxury Beach Clubs in Peninsula Papagayo: Prieta, Virador & Andaz

Explore the premier Papagayo beach club experiences at Prieta Beach Club, Andaz Beach Club, Playa Virador at the Four Seasons Papagayo

Venture Beyond: Luxury, Adventure & Culture in Peninsula Papagayo
Experiences
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July 25, 2025

Venture Beyond: Luxury, Adventure & Culture in Peninsula Papagayo

Peninsula Papagayo private catamaran charters, cultural workshops & wellness retreats with our vacation rentals.

Unforgettable Adventures Await in Peninsula Papagayo
Experiences
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July 25, 2025

Unforgettable Adventures Await in Peninsula Papagayo

Discover the unforgettable adventures in Peninsula Papagayo. From ziplining and electric mountain biking to wildlife hikes & ocean kayaking.