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Playa Hermosa Costa Rica

One is located in Guanacaste which offers an idyllic and relaxed atmosphere for families on vacation and the other lies in the province of Puntarenas where the waves and the surfing action thrive. Either Hermosa is great place to visit or stay when vacationing in Costa Rica.

So, if you are bringing you family for a vacation, take Playa Hermosa in Guanacaste and breath easy. The beach there is safe for kids. This Playa Hermosa is rarely crowded making it a great retreat for those who would like to runaway from busy schedules and heavy traffic. The weather is also ideal with warm temperature throughout the year.

On the other hand, the Playa Hermosa in Puntarenas is known as one of the best surfing havens for professionals all over the world. There are international and local competitions held throughout the year in the area. Located some five kilometers south of the town of Jaco, this place is the haven of those who are adventurous. A word of warning, the beaches of Playa Hermosa in Puntarenas are not as safe for swimming as the beach in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste as the waves and the undertows are much stronger. Waves could reach as high as 13 feet in this area which makes it ideal for professional surfers. Amateurs and beginners, its good advice to take your surf boards somewhere else in the area because the waves here are monstrous! You don't want to ruin your vacation by getting yourself mauled by huge waves when trying turn learn to surf!