By Lorei Velazco
The desire to live a healthy lifestyle is a resolution for many people. However, the success rate for this desire seems to be achievable only when willpower is strong. Getting a strong willpower to be healthy is not difficult especially with a visit to a Costa Rican Health
resort. Below are three health spas in Costa Rica that would love to help encourage this desire.
AmaTierra Hotel & Retreat
AmaTierra offers vacationers "a retreat for the whole body." This Costa Rican resort encourages guests to take advantage of the many wonderful amenities offered. Guests can participate in yoga, eat organic foods and receive a massage. Guests can also enroll in self-improvement workshops or request an energy-balancing therapy. Guests stay in suites with spectacular mountain views with access to nature's glory, including trees and wildlife. Each suite has its own Jacuzzi tub, terrace and garden with outdoor seating. The suites also have a TV, phone and refrigerator. As of April 2009, the cost to stay at AmaTierra is between $109 and $189 per night, per person. For more information, call (866) 659-3805 or visit www.amatierra.com.
Pura Vida Wellness Retreat and Spa
Pura Vida gives guests ultimate relaxation, balance, beauty and intimacy. It's surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery and offers guests outstanding opportunities to sight see. The resort encourages guests to participate in Mind-Body-Spirit Programs, which include workshops, meditations, yoga and eco tours. Guests may participate in wildlife excursions, salsa dance lessons and a coffee field hike. Guests stay in one of 50 accommodations; all accommodations are wired for electronic equipment. The resort offers a giant buffet with items like chicken, fish and fruit. For more information about the resort and for pricing information, call (888) 767-7375 or visit www.puravidaspa.com.
Sueño Azul Resort
A visit to Sueño Azul Resort will help cleanse the body and mind. Guests can enjoy horseback riding or participate in an invigorating sporting activity. Rooms have magnificent views of either a mountain, lake or river. The suites are equipped with a Jacuzzi. When guests are hungry they can grab something to eat at El Corral, which offers traditional Costa Rican foods. There's also a bar and cafeteria. As of May 2009, the price to stay at Sueño Azul ranges from $75 to $179 per night, per person. For more information, call internationally 011-506-2694-0019 or visit www.suenoazulresort.com.
About the Author:
Lorei Velazco worked as a journalist for a television station, in marketing, sales, education and fitness. She holds two Bachelor’s degrees in communications and education.
