Flamingo – the gem of Costa Rica's Guanacaste

Located on Costa Rica's northern Pacific Coast in the Guanacaste area, Flamingo Beach is known as the Gold Coast. Flamingo has an amazing 360 degrees view of the Pacific Ocean from either the North Ridge or South Ridge, making it the ultimate hotspot of the Gold Coast. The Hollywood A-list has enjoyed this gem of Costa Rica as Flamingo has hosted them, including Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.

The area has a reputation for an exclusive list of much desired private properties for rent for tourists and real estate for sale for expats who seek for a second home. The purchase items range from multimillion dollar beachfront homes to very affordable options without sacrificing location or views.

Flamingo is also the ultimate spot of adventurous exploration

Playa Flamingo of Costa Rica is a combination of nature's beauty and the potential adventures and exploration on and below the ocean's surface. Often compared to San Francisco, yet Flamingo has beautiful beaches and a much warmer climate. It is also famous for being Guanacaste's sport-fishing hotspot where you can find some of the best blue marlin and sail fishing in the world.

Flamingo is a hub for many experiences and adventures that offer optimal enjoyment. For ocean lovers, there are various activities to choose from, including scuba, wave running, and whale watching.

Once you have had a blast playing at the ocean, go explore Costa Rica's Santa Rosa National Park and Palo Verde Nature Reserve. They are only a short distance away. For the nature lovers who also want a taste of adrenaline rush, an aerial canyoning tour that includes zip lines, rock climbing, Tarzan swings, and thermal pools at the Rio Perdido area for sure will you give a unique experience.

Don't forget that surfing is a huge pastime here. It was Guanacaste's surf that was featured in the movie "Endless Summer". Visitors to and residents of Flamingo beach find it easy to access Tamarindo (30 minutes south), where they can enjoy the world-class surf breaks that surfers around the world congregate to challenge.

Abundant amenities for every lifestyle

The formula for life at Flamingo Beach is full of luxury and comfort. The resort properties with a veritable cornucopia of amenities situated side-by-side with multimillion-dollar villas with breathtaking landscaping and private beach access. Flamingo's neighborhood overall is quiet and private.

Major shopping can be done in nearby Costa Rican towns such as Potrero to the North, which offers a variety of great fruit and vegetable vendors. You can buy fresh fish from the local fishermen who drive around town slowly in their refrigerated trucks. A tuna or mahi can be brought from these guys for just $10 for two pounds. You can even make arrangements with the fish man to stop at your house each week.

Close distance to major locations

In addition, Flamingo Beach is also very close to many other attractions. The international airport in Liberia is only 45 minutes away. It is served by Jet Blue, United, Continental, and Delta among other international airlines flying into Costa Rica. With two Costa Rican airports to choose from, finding and booking flights in order to get to Flamingo is a piece of cake. Plus, nearby Tamarindo and Playas del Coco (60 minutes north) offer international cuisine, expat grocery stores, and other amenities. There are also several luxury resorts that have golf courses like Four Seasons Papagayo, Westin Playa Conchal, and JW Marriot Guanacaste. Boats also leave from the small marina in on the north side of the peninsula designated for any sea adventure. Don't worry if you don't have the equipment for it. There is a dive shop in town and some sport fishing charter boats.

Flamingo is a convenient location to get to major sightseeing spots like Rincon de la Vieja National Park (60 km) and Marino Las Baulas National Park (46 km). They are great additions that accentuate this vibrant beach community.

Costa Rica's attractive standard of living

Compared to living in North America, Costa Rica is a much more affordable option. You don't have to be millionaire to live like one in Costa Rica. It is not uncommon for many folks here to have one or more household employees, while food and entertainment are inexpensive. A great example would be a night spent on VIP movie theater tickets with leather recliners, bars, waiters, sushi treat, and first-class treatment costs less than a regular movie theater in the U.S.

Most foreign currencies go further in Costa Rica and the utility bills are significantly lower, making Costa Rica a new retirement and investment hotspot. Who wouldn't love enjoying all of this in sunny, warm, and mild weather almost every day?

Flamingo and the future

The future of Flamingo beach in terms of growth and investment potential is very promising. While property prices have continued to maintain their value, the resurgence of the real estate market is forecasted to rise. Baby boomers from the U.S, Canada, and Europe who look for tropical escapes find Flamingo beach at the top of their search for the desirables. It has been predicted by expects that the next few years will see baby boomers from the US arriving in the thousands, making up about a quarter of Costa Rica's total population. The life expectancy in Costa Rica is also much longer than that in many developed countries, such as the United States.

The best way to decide whether this golden beachfront is worth your investment is to pay a visit and experience the tropical dream yourself.

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