May 26, 2020
As
re-opening begins to take shape and we start to get out more, we may find
ourselves thinking slowly about our next possible vacation. And while many of us may not be planning to
jump on a plane or take a trip right away, some of us are ready for a
much-needed getaway, while others are still free to dream and to plan for the
future! After all, it’s always nice to
consider options and be reminded of the joy travel has brought us in the past. For those who are ready, or are considering a
vacation in the near future, we want to reassure you that our secluded vacation
home is the ideal location for you as we continue to move through this health
crisis. Not only has Costa Rica been
rated as one of the best locations for its management of the health crisis, but
it has also been noted as one of the safest locations given the steps it has taken
to protect the future integrity of tourism. In addition, with vacation rentals
being rated as safer than hotels in current health surveys, a getaway to Villa
Perezoso may be just what the doctor ordered!
At Villa
Perezoso, we remain optimistic about the future and look forward to
sharing our amazing piece of tropical paradise with you whenever the time is
right. In the meantime, we have been working hard to re-do our operational
details, with your safety and comfort in mind.
During this planning period, we have been re-training staff and
implementing the highest sanitary cleaning protocols. We have worked together with specialists in
occupational health, and are also following standards as recommended by the international
vacation rental association and the CDC.
Our staff have also been instructed on the proper use of masks and
gloves (sloth design included on the face masks!). New cleaning products have been selected and
tested so that each and every guest of Villa Perezoso can feel confident that
the home has been thoroughly sanitized and disinfected prior to their
check-in. At the same time, we will
always insure that staff of the villa are healthy before coming to work each
day. Our top priority, in addition to
making sure you relax (and spot monkeys!), will be keeping you confident and
comfortable throughout your stay.
After 11 years of hosting guests, our vacation home has
become a place of solace and relaxation not only for our personal family and
friends, but for so many other families and travel groups to Costa Rica. We are
more committed than ever to bringing you a truly exclusive and private vacation
experience. And since there really is no better way to practice social
distancing on vacation than staying at a private residence where you and your
group are secluded with dedicated staff, our sincere hope is that we can
continue to
be a place where memories are shared and where vacation experiences will be cherished
for many years to come.
We look
forward to connecting with you again, sharing the serenity of Costa Rica and its
amazing nature with you, and once again appreciating the joy of travel. When
you are ready to travel, we’ll be ready to serve you as we’ve done since we
opened the doors to our home in 2009. If
you decide you’d like to visit soon, remember our current travel specials
for visits now through December 15th.
Until soon!
The Villa Perezoso Team
May 5, 2020
This
Mother’s Day as many of us are looking forward to starting to put our lives
back together and getting back to work, we need to be reminded to take a moment
and remember Mom and everything she has done to keep us healthy, safe and loved
all these years. What better gift to
give Mom this Mother’s Day than a much-needed vacation escape? Sure, maybe now is not the exact time you’re
thinking of taking a vacation, but it will certainly be something to look
forward to and to be appreciated in the near future. And what better place to visit than Costa
Rica?
Just a short flight from most US cities, Costa Rica is a destination that has maintained an extremely low number of Corona virus cases, and in general, is one of the most beautiful places on earth! Here at Villa Perezoso, we are a full-service villa dedicated to your comfort, safety and to pampering you! Set amidst the lush Manuel Antonio jungle and with sweeping views of the Manuel Antonio National Park and surrounding beaches, this villa offers a chance for you and your family to unwind, disconnect and relax in complete privacy. There is no need to do any planning, grocery shopping, meal prep or cooking, as our chef will prepare 3 daily delectable meals for you during your stay. Oh, and did we mention daily happy hour? Yes, Villa Perezoso also provides daily bartending and tapas snacks for sunset. In addition to extreme spoiling by our villa staff, here are a few other in-villa ideas Mom can enjoy on vacation (as well as the rest of the family!).
In-Villa Spa Services
No better
way to recharge than with massage therapy and spa services! Our therapists will provide professional spa
services right in the cleanliness and comfort of your own tropical vacation
home. They will, of course, have
personal protective gear in place to keep everyone safe and feeling confident. In-villa spa services are the perfect way to
relax as there is no need to venture out. The ambience of the spa is brought to
you and your journey to relaxation is complemented by the sounds of nature in
the background.
In-Villa Cooking Classes
Interested
in learning some new ethnic dishes or tasting tropical culinary cuisine? Our Chef can teach you some of Costa Rica’s
most popular authentic dishes, and all you have to do is sit back and
sample! Everything from Gallo Pinto to Picadillo and Patacones
or Casados can be learned in an
afternoon, just in time for sunset happy hour!
In-Villa Personal Training and
Yoga/Pilates
For those who like to stay active on vacation, our team of personal trainers and yoga and Pilates instructors can bring exercise right to you. From our rooftop terrace, you can stay in shape while also enjoying some of the best views in all of Manuel Antonio.
Lounge Poolside or Soak in the roof-top
Jacuzzi
Of course,
there is always the simplicity of lounging poolside or soaking in the roof-top Jacuzzi. No better way to truly feel on vacation than
by enjoying the sweeping views and exotic wildlife right from the balcony of
your privation vacation rental.
And if you are looking to get out and about while on vacation, there are always strolls on the beach and hikes in the rain forest! Both activities showcase the beauty of Manuel Antonio and are free of admission.
Whether
you are celebrating a new mom, a stay-at-home-mom, a mom
to many, Grandma or that mom who juggles it all, there is no better way to treat Mom than with a
vacation to Costa Rica! In order to
celebrate Mom this year, Villa Perezoso
is offering 25% Off all Summer and Fall vacation stays! This offer is based on availability and is valid
for reservations starting July 1st and ending December 15th,
2020. Contact us today for further
details and availability!
We look
forward to seeing you soon!
The Villa
Perezoso Team
March 31, 2020
Without question, we have entered into unchartered waters, and each of us is scrambling to address an ever-growing health crisis while also attending to our finances, our families, our personal life and attempting to evaluate what the future holds. While the latter is impossible, here at Villa Perezoso we are weathering the storm and making use of the time. We have taken proactive steps to join together with the local tourism industry to implement changes for when the time comes to once again welcome travelers to our tropical oasis. At Villa Perezoso, we have a dedicated team with whom we have implemented new cleaning and sanitation protocols, new guest service interaction rules and new protocols for the maintenance of all internal and external areas. As we move through this crisis, guest comfort and safety will continue to be our #1 priority.
According to the ICT, Costa Rica’s tourism board, over 3
million tourists visit our peaceful and beautiful country every year and 30% of
the Costa Rican work force comes from tourism, with more than 80% of the
tourism sector related to boutique establishments and family-owned businesses,
like our very own Villa Perezoso. With
numbers like these, it is easy to understand why tourism is the heart of our
community and why the COVID-19 health crisis has affected everyone so
severely.
As of March 18th, Costa Rica’s democratic
government, made the decision to close its borders to in-coming tourists. This decision was difficult for our
tourism-based country to swallow, but it was a decision that was fully
supported by everyone, both business owners and local citizens alike, who know
that this immediate sacrifice will produce future benefits. With the excellent leadership of our health
minister, a doctor and a master in public health and epidemiology, in
conjunction with the unified spirit of all Costa Ricans, who want nothing more
than to be able to welcome back tourists, we have been on a stay-at-home call
to action for 2 weeks now. To date we have just under 350 cases and no reported
cases in our beloved Manuel Antonio.
While we know the numbers are bound to change with time, we feel
confident we are staying ahead of the curve and doing our best to keep the
numbers low. Our entire community is
working together for the future health and prosperity of our tourism-based
businesses and for the health and safety of our families.
As we wait to turn the corner, we relish on the simple things;
abounding nature, tropical fruits, warm weather, sunshine and most of all,
family. When
things calm down, and we know they will, we will be waiting with open doors at
Villa Perezoso to welcome you back. With
its rich nature and focus on tranquility, no doubt Costa
Rica will offer a safe, private and much-needed escape.
From our family to yours, we wish you continued
health and peace during this time.
