The Inside Mail On Four Seasons Resort at Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
RONNY FERNANDEZ, RESORT MANAGER
Every morning at sunrise, Costa Rica-born Ronny paddles his SUP around Monkey Head, alongside sea turtles, colorful fish and manta rays.” Some people enjoy yoga and meditation. I enjoy being on the water watching the sun rise and connecting with nature.”
Taste the Stars (Nov – April) is a marriage between astronomy and gastronomy. The five-course meal under black-light is a journey through space where you can see the stars via GPS-guided telescope.
TS GUIDES BEAU & CLARE
Ollie’s Point breaks best on low tide. But high tide sessions often avoid crowds. The main take-off spot is next to the rocks but it’s really fast. If you sit further down the point you’ll often get a better wave count.
The most rewarding snorkeling can be found at Playa Virador. It’s best to snorkel slightly round the corner of the cliff on the left hand side of the beach.
Catch a water taxi across the bay to Playa Hermosa and enjoy the sunset Tico- style from Roberto’s Beach Bar. Try a Michelada, a twist on your average beer when salt and lime juice is added. Also, occasionally tomato juice and spices if you’re really game.
The night SUP paddle with LED lights always gets rave reviews and is offered Thursday nights (conditions permitting).
ROSS (Director of TS) & DI PHILLIPS
We love to get a late afternoon sweat hiking up the trails. Run along Playa Virador then up the 350 odd steps and back down to Playa Prieta. Better still, take a full day and visit Rincon de la Vieja National Park and climb the active volcano. You should ask whether the summit is closed or open. Either way, there is some adventurous trekking around hot springs and bubbling lava.
RECENT BLOGS
Easter Surf Vacation Guide
Every year Easter seems to sneak up on the busy lifestyle of Tropicsurfers. We hear it all the time. Last-minute Easter plans are plagued by limited availability and premium pricing. Consider this your friendly reminder to plan ahead and swerve the stress. In this guide, we’ll explore five top destinations for April 2025, each offering unique surf experiences, exclusive accommodations, and plenty of family activities. We’ll cover everything you need to know to plan an unforgettable surf escape.
Your Ultimate 2025 Surf Season Guide
With Tropicsurf, you have access to expert guides at over 20 luxury resorts worldwide. We’ve tracked swell patterns, wind conditions, and local surf trends for over 15 years, so we know exactly where you’ll find the best waves throughout the year.
Here’s a simple guide to the best surf seasons around the globe in 2025.
Coco Ho’s Top Five Surf Tips
Every surfer carving up those waves has been right where you are, feeling that stoke, ready to dive in, but uncertain how to begin. The magic lies in taking that first leap and just getting started. To help newbie surfers paddle out with confidence, we caught up with pro surfer Coco Ho, who shared her top five tips to make your first steps into surfing smoother, easier, and way more fun.
