The highlight of the tour is the Islita Art Museum and Casa Museo where visitors can enjoy meeting the local artists in their workshops. Followed by a visit to the Islita Recycling Center for a close-up look at best practice strategies that contribute to preserve Earth's natural heritage.
Enjoy the picturesque towns, landscapes, and beaches that surround Hotel Punta Islita. Shop for local art and crafts, sample regional dishes, and learn about the traditional rural lifestyles of Guanacaste's Nicoya Peninsula. The area has been declared a Blue Zone because it boasts one of the globe's largest percentages of centenarians per capita. Perhaps you can unlock their secret to longevity!
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The Islita Art Museum and the community art associations vividly reflect the region's intense character and
passion for color and form. This activity pairs you with local groups to create a signature piece and unique
memento of your visit. Embroidered collages, delicate mobiles, rustic sand candles, handmade paper, and
jewelry are some of the projects that will delight your inner artist.
Learn the secrets behind Costa Rica's favorite dishes including the healthy, citrus ceviche, the versatile picadillo,
or the deliciously sweet tres leches dessert. Led by our Chef, Leanneth Viales, this fun session lets you
understand the flavors behind local traditions so you can replicate them at home and share with family and friends.