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title: What to Know about Las Catalinas, Santarena Blog | The Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica
description: French Publication day FR EURO recently featured an in-depth writeup of Las Catalinas, highlighting the architecture, walkability, and harmony with nature that sets Las Catalinas apart from many “tourist towns” found throughout the country.
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# [What to Know about Las Catalinas, Santarena Blog | The Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica](https://thejournal.santarenahotel.com/what-to-know-about-las-catalinas-a-blissful-car-free-beach-town-in-costa-rica-1-0-0)

 Written by [Santarena Hotel](https://thejournal.santarenahotel.com/author/santarena-hotel) | Feb 4, 2025 12:53:29 PM

Las Catalinas was recently listed as one of “The Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica” by global fashion and culture trendsetter Vogue, in an article that highlights Costa Rica’s rise as a world-renowned destination and how Las Catalinas continues to set itself apart. [Read the full article here!](https://www.vogue.com/article/best-places-to-visit-in-costa-rica)

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