I have a confession to make. I don’t like the beach. I know that the tropical beach is supposed to be the dream of every sensible expat. We’re supposed to want to swing in a hammock on it, listen to the surf gently lapping on it, stroll barefoot on it, drink ice-cold beer under umbrellas on it, and walk out of the front door of our seaside bungalows directly on to it. But for me, the beach is where they keep the grit, heat, humidity, and bugs. I much prefer to be high, dry, and cool up in the mountains.

Sorry, beach lovers, that’s just the way it is with me. But I have to admit, I don’t seem to be in the majority. Most expats I know revel in the fact that it’s possible to own beachfront or near-beachfront property along some of the world’s most beautiful coastlines without having to be a millionaire. No wonder beachfront living is used over and over again to define the expat experience itself. When you see ads for overseas living, what’s the image you run into the most? That’s right: white sand, turquoise water, blue sky. Fine for some, but not for me. For me the mountains are where you find the real Pura Vida of Costa Rica.

Lake Arenal Condos are located very close to Lake Arenal and the Arenal Volcano. Enjoy the view, contact with nature and relax whilst walking among lush flora and fauna. Come and enjoy this beautiful place ….

Courtesy of International Living