costa rica scoop: january 2013
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Costa Rica Scoop news for upscale travel by Grupo Islita │ January 2013
Jan
2013
- Grupo Islita -
Featured Guest Photo Greeting the New Year in an exotic des-
tination can set the tone for an adven-
ture-filled following twelve months.
Grupo Islita’s properties cater to all,
from those who enjoy intimate celebra-
tions to full party enthusiasts. El Si-
lencio Lodge & Spa’s New Year’s dinner
offers fine dining, a relaxed mood, and
introspective wellness. Hotel Punta Is-
lita hosts its annual Carnaval, a festive
party with live tropical music, a beach-
side BBQ, and fireworks!
Don’t miss out and join us for the 2013-
14 Season! Thanks to Tommy W. for sharing this image of the Carnaval setup at Islita.
Greetings from Gustavo! We embrace 2013 with optimism, wishing our friends and
family a year of success, health, and personal growth.
As we look back on the previous twelve months, we celebrate
that Hotel Punta Islita and El Silencio Lodge & Spa were fea-
tured as two of the best destinations in Latin America in Con-
dé Nast Traveler’s 2012 Reader’s Choice Awards. We are
thrilled with the completion of major renovations at Hotel
Punta Islita, the development of new and exciting experiences
at El Silencio Lodge & Spa, and the ongoing consolidation of
Grupo Islita as an innovative hotel leader. The strengths of
both properties are converging in true synergy giving travelers
an opportunity to enjoy the best of Costa Rica with full convenience and seamless logistics.
I am thankful for the privilege of leading Grupo Islita and look forward to a wonderful 2013. We hope to see you
soon in Costa Rica!
Warmest regards! -Gustavo Segura, CEO
Gustavo (bottom row, second from left) with El Silencio
Lodge & Spa’s official soccer team.
- El Silencio Lodge & Spa -
chorreado kits are a great gift idea.
Chili Bold!
C hilly weather doldrums can be
perfect for… chili! Sharing a
hot bowl of a homemade ver-
sion of this hearty stew with
friends can truly warm a spe-
cial social gathering. Make your favorite
chili recipe the conversation piece by be-
ing bold!
Chef Marcela from El Silencio Lodge &
Spa’s Las Ventanas Restaurant advises to
experiment with new ingredients.
Her top recommendation: Pairing spicy
peppers with chocolate! Prepare your fa-
vorite recipe as you normally do. For the last ten minute sim-
mer, add an unseeded hot chili pepper (halved) and two ounces
of dark baker’s chocolate. Let the chocolate melt and fold even-
ly in the stew. Remove the chili pepper
halves prior to serving. If spicy is not
your preference, forego the chili pepper
and simply add the chocolate. It will
add delicious texture, deep color,
and a smoky flavor to your favorite
recipe. ¡Buen apetito!
Chef Marcela Chaves
- El Silencio Lodge & Spa -
Forest R
T
A growing body of medi-
cal and academic re-
search pinpoints to for-
ests as sources of men-
tal and physical benefits that in-
clude lower blood pressure, height-
ened creativity, and waning stress
hormones. We hope you soon have
a chance to visit El Silencio Lodge &
Spa's “clinic” in the very near fu-
ture. In the meantime, please take
the time to find nature near you.
Enjoy your local park, a nearby
stream, or your favorite neighbor-
hood garden. The relaxation effect
will linger! And for a detailed article
about nature immersion therapy
please visit: http://bit.ly/forestrx
x
Stay tuned for our upcom-
ing new experience… A
medicine walk through the
forest to learn about na-
ture’s healing properties!
- El Silencio Lodge & Spa -
Our Site Got a Facelift!
C osta Rica’s commitment to recovering and protecting our planet’s green for-
ests pays off. Nearly identical images taken decades apart from the main
access road to Bajos del Toro clearly showcase the benefits of the country’s
national park system. El Silencio Lodge & Spa is proud to contribute to
these efforts by having its private reserve serve as a biological corridor between the
Juan Castro Blanco and Poas Volcano National Parks.
Time Machine!
70’s vs 00’s
$50
Daily
Resort Credit!
El Silencio Lodge & Spa’s updated website features larger images, live
chat, and media-rich catalogs. To help you better plan a Costa Rica
cloud forest getaway. http://www.elsilenciolodge.com
3-night minimum stay. Rack rates apply.
Applicable to Spa services and hotel activi-
ties. Valid until April 30th, 2013.
Contact: reserve@grupoislita.com
- Hotel Punta Islita -
More Art for the
Islita Museum
S pring and Summer
Breaks are just around
the corner and Hotel
Punta Islita looks for-
ward to welcoming adventurous
families who wish to enjoy the
best of Costa Rica’s eco-
experiences and cultural activi-
ties. Horseback riding, beach
sports, kayaking, zip-lining, cook-
ing lessons, art-making sessions
with local community artists,
monkey safaris and many other
adventures are perfect for bond-
ing experiences for all ages! And
Hotel Punta Islita’s selection of
Private 2-4 Bedroom Villas offer
full convenience with homelike
amenities, a private plunge pool,
and the impeccable services that
characterize a premium beach
resort.
Museum Director Loida Prétiz
Spring ‘n Summer Splash!...
Skimboarding is a hot new activity around Hotel Punta Islita.
Hotel Punta Islita’s Private Villas are perfect for families!
Gold Shimmers in Guanacaste! Hotel Punta Islita is
proud to showcase Costa Rica's hidden beach gems
in Conde Nast Traveler's 2013 Gold List. This marks
the fifth time that Hotel Punta Islita is honored with
this accolade. We celebrate our staff for their in-
credible accomplishments and thank our friends for
voting in the survey. http://bit.ly/HPIGoldList13
- Hotel Punta Islita -
A soccer field, a church,
a school, and a
“pulpería” are basic
elements of tradition-
al Costa Rican communities. The
coastal town of Islita is no excep-
tion. But since 2003, Islita’s public
infrastructures, homes, and open
spaces have been transformed
into a unique collective art display
that has redefined the area’s core
identity. The Islita Art Museum
has become the community’s sym-
bol of cultural expression, self-
validation, and entrepreneurship.
The Museum is the product of
“Encuentro en Islita”, an initiative
that paired established urban Cos-
ta Rican artists with local towns-
people to create outdoor murals
and sculptures in a living display of
colorful traditions. Today, com-
munity art groups include embroi-
derers, print-makers, potters,
painters, and wood sculptors.
We strongly encourage Hotel Pun-
ta Islita’s guests to visit the Islita
Art Museum for a unique oppor-
tunity to learn from our authentic
culture and enjoy the warmth of
our people.
Congratulations to Alonso and Jeanneth
Joyful news from Islita! The latter part of 2012
saw the birth of a beautiful girl to proud parents
General Manager Alonso Bermudez and Casa
Spa’s Jeanneth Viales. The Grupo Islita family wel-
comes baby Valentina and wishes her the bright-
est of futures.
Five Golden Rings!
Las Cantarrias celebrate the arrival of their new pottery oven.
Art!
Photo Tip: Finding Sand Forests
- Hotel Punta Islita -
E njoy magical photo
ops in Costa Rica!
While at the
beach, keep an eye
out for beautiful "Sand For-
ests", intricate branch like
patterns traced by the reced-
ing seawater... Just angle
yourself at about 45 degrees
from the sand bed. Make
sure that the sun is not be-
hind you to avoid casting a
tell-all shadow. It is also best
to find a spot where a thin
film of water will reflect the
sky for a better effect. Ex-
periment and enjoy the sur-
real landscapes!
$50
Daily Resort Credit!
3-night minimum
stay. Rack rates
apply. Applicable
to Spa services
and hotel activi-
ties. Valid until
April 30th, 2013.
Please contact: reserve@grupoislita.com
- Costa Rica -
A Little Bird Tells You... 2013 is soon to bring
new non-stop flights
to Costa Rica:
Air Canada Rouge
Starts on July 1st
Toronto- Liberia (LIR)
United
Starts on April 13th
Chicago- San Jose (SJO)
Dulles (IAD) - San Jose (SJO)
Vote Year Round!
- Costa Rica -
Condé Nast Traveler Magazine’s annual Reader’s Choice voting is
now year-round! And we are delighted to learn that both Hotel
Punta Islita and El Silencio Lodge & Spa are once again among the
pre-nominated properties. This is a great opportunity to recog-
nize the services offered by our amazing staff. We would be quite
honored if you could share your experience at our hotels by voting
online at: http://bit.ly/CondeNastVote
Tico Traditions! Santa Lucia Flowers
E very January, Costa Rica’s highland grazing grounds are covered in
the violet blue hues of the Santa Lucia flower. A wild bloom of deli-
cate beauty, it is held in great esteem by Costa Ricans for its associ-
ation with good luck and prosperity. Little packets of dried out San-
ta Lucias are commonly shared with friends and carried in the wallet or purse
in hopes of capturing good fortune throughout the year.
hotelpuntaislita.com │ elsilenciolodge.com ..….
Grupo Islita’s two select proper-
ties blend the best of Costa Rica’s
beach and mountain settings fea-
turing intense nature, upscale
comfort and bespoke services. Re-
member, we now offer a unified
reservations center and a dedicat-
ed bilingual team to help travel-
ers, travel professionals and their
partners ensure seamless logistics
from arrival to departure.
How may we assist you?
Email: reserve@grupoislita.com Phone in Costa Rica: +506 2231-6122
Toll Free from US & Canada: 1-866-446-4053
Online chat: www.hotelpuntaislita.com or www.elsilenciolodge.com
Blending Grupo Islita’s beach and mountain properties is the perfect way to experience a complete Costa Rica getaway.
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