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title: An Ideal Seaside Escape for Families
description: International news hub MSN.com recently featured an in-depth article on Las Catalinas, with travel expert Cortney Fries calling it an “ideal seaside escape for families.”
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# An Ideal Seaside Escape for Families

 Jun 27, 2024 10:01:36 AM [ Las Catalinas Doorway ](https://blog.lascatalinasdoorway.com/author/las-catalinas-doorwa)

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International news hub MSN.com recently featured an in-depth article on Las Catalinas, with travel expert Cortney Fries calling it an “ideal seaside escape for families.” 

The piece begins by highlighting the town's unique walkable, car-free design, which enhances the accessibility of its shops, restaurants, and amenities, creating a seamless experience for visitors and residents alike.

Nestled between tropical dry forest mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Las Catalinas boasts a stunning natural setting with two pristine beaches, one that the author was quick to highlight in her article. She then went into various aspects of visiting Las Catalinas, providing practical information on how to get to Town, what activities were available, and the best times to visit. 

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The article also explores intangibles that make life in Las Catalinas so special, touching on the serenity that pervades the town, the vibrant and naturally social community, and the diverse array of activities available. 

From hiking and biking through lush trails to indulging in the town's vibrant food scene, Fries explores all the things that visitors can enjoy in Las Catalinas. She concludes by highlighting how the blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and modern conveniences makes this coastal beach town perfect for families.

The article concludes with an overview of accommodation options in Las Catalinas, including the elegant Santarena Hotel and a diverse selection of homes and villas, all available for booking through [Las Catalinas Doowray](https://www.beachtowntravel.com/vacation-homes-at-las-catalinas).

[Click here to read the full article](https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/what-to-know-about-las-catalinas-a-blissful-carfree-beach-town-in-costa-rica/ar-BB1oXtcJ), and if you’re interested in following Cortney’s footsteps [click here](https://www.beachtowntravel.com/vacation-homes-at-las-catalinas) to book your next family vacation.

 

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## [Santarena Hotel Picked for Women's Health End-Of-Year Awards](https://blog.lascatalinasdoorway.com/the-womens-health-magazine-award)

[![Frequent Las Catalinas visitor Courtney Coleman recently left a fantastic review after arranging her trip through Beach Town Travel, town’s preferred travel partner. Courtney had an excellent experience that exceeded her expectations, and she graciously shared the highlights of her various stays with us.](https://blog.lascatalinasdoorway.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DSC_6420.jpeg?height=500&name=DSC_6420.jpeg) ](https://blog.lascatalinasdoorway.com/a-blissful-stay-with-beach-town-travel)

## [A Blissful Stay with Las Catalinas Doorway](https://blog.lascatalinasdoorway.com/a-blissful-stay-with-beach-town-travel)

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