An Anniversary That Deserves More Than a Reservation
Some anniversaries call for more than dinner reservations and a nice bottle of wine.
They call for time. Space. A change of scenery that makes it easier to reconnect without trying so hard.
That’s where Costa Rica comes in.
For couples who have already done the traditional honeymoon, an anniversary trip here feels different in the best way. It’s romantic without being staged, indulgent without being showy, and filled with moments that unfold naturally rather than on cue.
This is the kind of place where celebration feels effortless.
Why Anniversaries Deserve Their Own Kind of Trip
Anniversary travel isn’t about recreating the honeymoon.
It’s about honoring everything that came after.
That usually means:
Slower mornings without alarms
Less structure and more freedom
Experiences that feel shared, not scheduled
Comfort paired with a sense of discovery
As Costa Rica Expert Aaron, who is celebrating his own 20th anniversary this year, puts it:
After twenty years together, you stop looking for big gestures. You start valuing time, space, and moments that feel unforced. Costa Rica gives couples room to slow down and really enjoy each other again.”
Costa Rica excels at this balance. You can wake up wrapped in cloud forest mist, spend the afternoon exploring, and end the day soaking in warm mineral springs. No rushing. No pressure. Just being together.
Why Costa Rica Is Perfect for a “Second Honeymoon”
Romance here doesn’t come from grand gestures. It comes from the setting doing the work for you.
Misty rainforests. Quiet beaches. Natural hot springs tucked into the jungle. Wildlife encounters that feel almost private. Everything invites you to slow down and pay attention.
“It’s not about being busy,” Aaron adds.
“It’s about choosing places where you don’t feel the need to be anywhere else.”
Costa Rica is especially well suited for couples who want:
- Nature without sacrificing comfort
- Barefoot luxury
- Experiences that encourage connection, not distraction
It’s refined, but relaxed. Intimate, but never forced.
Anniversary Experiences That Bring You Closer
The best anniversary moments are rarely the loudest ones. They’re the shared silences, the unplanned laughs, the feeling of being fully present together.
Some of the most meaningful experiences include:
- Soaking side by side in volcanic hot springs after a day outdoors
- Private guided walks through rainforest trails, with nothing but birdsong overhead
- Sunset views from your terrace, cocktails in hand, nowhere else to be
- Gentle adventures like floating through mangroves, rafting calm rivers, or discovering hidden waterfalls
“These are the moments couples talk about years later,” Aaron says.
“Not what they checked off a list, but how the trip made them feel together.”
Where You Stay Sets the Tone
Anniversary trips benefit from places that feel like retreats, not resorts.
Think private villas, boutique lodges, and adults-friendly hideaways where space, privacy, and atmosphere matter. Whether perched above the rainforest or steps from the sand, the right setting becomes part of the celebration.
In Costa Rica, that might mean waking up to cloud forest views at El Silencio Lodge & Spa, soaking in hot springs beneath Arenal Volcano while staying at Amor Arenal, or enjoying total seclusion and dramatic design at Kura Boutique Hotel.
Couples drawn to remote nature and quiet luxury often fall in love with places like Playa Cativo Lodge, while those seeking refined comfort and immersive experiences appreciate the sense of calm and space at Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection. For couples who want effortless elegance paired with world-class service, Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo delivers romance without ever feeling overstated.
Waking up together with nothing planned can be just as memorable as any excursion. When your surroundings feel intentional and unhurried, the entire trip takes on a different rhythm — one that invites you to slow down and simply enjoy being together.
Dining That Feels Romantic, Not Performative
Romantic dining in Costa Rica is less about formality and more about feeling.
That might look like:
- Candlelit dinners overlooking the jungle canopy
- Fresh seafood enjoyed just steps from the ocean
- Farm-to-table meals paired with tropical flavors and fine wines
Meals unfold at their own pace, designed for conversation and connection rather than spectacle.
Why Custom Pacing Makes All the Difference
What truly elevates an anniversary trip isn’t just where you go. It’s how the days are shaped around you.
Some couples want full, active days balanced with deep rest. Others want slow mornings and one meaningful experience per day. Costa Rica allows for both, especially when the itinerary is designed around your natural rhythm.
That flexibility is what transforms a beautiful trip into a meaningful one.
A Second Honeymoon, Your Way
Anniversaries aren’t about going bigger.
They’re about going deeper.
Costa Rica offers a rare mix of beauty, comfort, and authenticity that makes it easy to reconnect and celebrate your story together. It’s the kind of place where you can slow down, enjoy each other’s company, and let the trip do most of the work. Romantic, comfortable, and never overplanned.
That perspective matters to us personally. As our own Costa Rica Expert, Aaron, has spent decades helping couples plan anniversary trips. This year, he’s celebrating his own 20th wedding anniversary, which has only deepened his understanding of what really matters.
Not packed schedules. Not grand gestures.
Just time together, in a place that makes it easy to enjoy it.
If that’s the kind of anniversary you’re imagining, we’d love to help you plan it. Our Costa Rica Experts design each trip around your pace, your preferences, and the moments that matter most to you.
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