Playa Nosara and Samara located in Guanacaste and the Peninsula De Nicoya are two beautiful beaches where many foreigners find the slower pace of life. You can arrive by car, bus or plane. This area is a fast growing area with great investment potential. Samara is well known for their surfing. Many Europeans and Americans find the charm of Nosara to their liking. The residents prefer this area as there is a lower rate of tourists coming to these area's. They are tucked away for those adventurous people looking for the peaceful and tranquil life. Shopping is in the town of Nosara with a few local conveniences at each beach.
Tamarindo is a quiet town with many specialty shops and a very fast growing area. Playa Negra is a known surfing beach where waves can reach 30 feet. Many are looking at Playa Negra for potential investment. Tamarindo is growing so fast that many of the long time residents want to look closely at Playa Negra.