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Playa Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
Ranked #3 of 10 attractions in Santa Teresa
4.5 of 5 stars 53 Reviews
Type: Beaches
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Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

The beach is awesome! It was never crowded and very scenic! Great surfing and exploring. More

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Los Angeles
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Great for a walk on the beach and catch the moon light. Very romantic for couples. More

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Reno NV
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

This beach is magical. No built up resorts around it (you can't see a single hotel from the beach), no annoying vendors, no beach chairs... Just soft, white sand and warm water. I loved this place for body surfing, though the waves can be a bit intimidating! Highly recommend. More

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Puntarenas, Costa Rica
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

Booked my holiday through Johnny and have has the best vacations in this incredible surfing beach town. Surfing is great for beginners and pros. Rented a board at Kina Surf and surfed everyday. The town is very small with a 60's feeling. Locals just enjoy the Pura Vida life style working and surfing and tourists enjoy the peaceful and natural... More

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Montreal, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

The waves were great for surfing. The water was always warm. The only thing you have to watch out for depending on the season was the red tide, which was nothing in comparison to other areas More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

Beautiful beach -- spectacular views. Lots of good surfing to watch. Strong tides so not great for younger folks. More

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Virginia Beach, Virginia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

I like the beach because there is ALWAYS a great surf break here, high or low tide, summer or winter, and not too crowded. The weather is the best in Costa Rica, water always 83 degrees, and the beach has shade from all the trees. More

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NYC
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

the beach in front of our hotel had huge rocks, however, 50 ft to either side had amazing surf. the beaches are rocky in some spots, and crushed shell in others, beautiful driftwood and easy access to beach front bars for sunset & drinks More

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Snowmass, CO
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
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This is one of the most beautiful towns I have ever been to. There isn't glitz or glamour but that's exactly what I wanted. The street isn't paved which adds so much character. I saw a fair amount of complaints about this and all I have to say to people that don't like the dirt road is if you want... More

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new york
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012

My favorite beach ever for swimming, body surfing, boogie boarding and surf lessons. It is a gray, hard packed sand beach that has rolling waves perfect for every age. Gorgeous! More

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