Category: Family Life

Dry Season vs. Green Season in Guanacaste: How Weather Impacts Where and What You Buy

Buying property in Guanacaste is not just about finding the right home, ocean view, or beach town. It is also about understanding how the seasons shape everyday life, property access, rental demand, maintenance, construction planning, and long-term value. On Costa Rica’s North Pacific coast, weather is more than a travel

Moving to Guanacaste, Costa Rica in 2026: What Expats, Families & Retirees Should Know

For many people dreaming of Costa Rica, Guanacaste is where the idea becomes real. It is the province of golden beaches, international schools, surf towns, luxury homes, wellness communities, dry tropical climate, and everyday access to the kind of lifestyle many buyers spend years imagining. It is also one of

Schools in Sámara, Costa Rica (2026 Guide for Families)

If you’re considering relocating to Sámara with your family, one of your first questions is likely: “What are the school options like?” As local real estate experts—and parents ourselves—we know that education plays a major role in choosing where to live. And in recent years, Sámara has quietly evolved into

International Schools Near Tamarindo: Your 2025 Guide

Considering a move to Tamarindo with your kids? We know choosing the right school is a major part of the decision. With numerous outstanding international schools in Costa Rica, particularly in the Tamarindo area, where should you start? Which schools offer the best academic and extracurricular programs? What about accreditation,

Schools in Sámara, Costa Rica: Public & Private Preschool, Elementary & High School Options

If you’re thinking about relocating to Sámara with kids, then you’re likely also researching the options for private schools in Sámara: What schools are available in the area? What kind of extracurricular activities are available? Will these schools adequately prepare your children for the future, including the possibility of attending

Private Schools in Nosara, Costa Rica: 7 Options, from Homeschooling to the I.B. Degree

If you’re considering moving to Nosara Costa Rica with kids, then you’re probably also digging deep into your options for private schools in Nosara, Costa Rica: What academic programs are on offer? What kind of extracurricular options can you expect? Will these schools prepare your children for life after school

Having a Baby in Costa Rica: Public vs. Private, Hospitals, Residency & More

Are you considering having a baby in Costa Rica? Then this is a great place to start. Here at Blue Water Properties, we know quite a bit about both having a baby in Costa Rica and raising kids in Costa Rica. Because many of us have done it ourselves! Many

Lucky 7: The Top Gated Communities for Families in Guanacaste

When it comes to choosing the top gated communities for families in Guanacaste, it isn’t easy: Our region is home to a wide array of incredible gated communities, each with its own distinct benefits, amenities, and lifestyle draws. But we have to start somewhere! So, as we assessed each area

Families at the Beach: 6 Schools near Playas del Coco, Costa Rica

If you’re considering moving to Northern Guanacaste with kids, then you’re probably also thinking about private schools in Playas del Coco: What are the options? Will the kids adjust well? What kind of extracurriculars are available? And, just how much will it all cost? You’ve come to the right place

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