Santo Domingo de Heredia is situated between San José and Heredia. The town has a population of 60,000 inhabitants who are known for their friendliness and hospitality. The peacefulness of this lovely little town with its park, beautiful churches and quiet streets will make you feel at ease straight away. There are also plenty of bars, restaurants and pubs, so you will always find plenty of things to do in the evenings. The university town Heredia and the capital, San José are also just eight to ten minutes away. In fact, San José is ideally located for excursions all over the country: in only a few hours you can reach either the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean.

Costa Rica is considered one of the most multifaceted countries in the world. Christopher Columbus called this area the "Rich Coast," although the country has far more to offer than just its enchanting coasts. This 51,000 square kilometre area offers fantastic conditions for nature and adventure lovers above all: a large portion of the land is reserved as national parks, in which you can discover unique animal and plant life including numerous species of birds, monkeys, crocodiles, turtles, tapirs and jaguars. Here you will have the opportunity to not only study Spanish, but to have an exciting holiday at the same time. Crystal clear water and almost 1,500 kilometres of Caribbean and Pacific coast are the perfect opportunity for surfing, diving and body boarding. You'll also have a great time discovering the country while rafting, mountain biking, and exploring volcanoes.

Costa Rica is not only full of culture and breathtaking nature but is also a progressive and safe country.

So why not study Spanish at our Spanish school in Santo Domingo de Heredia and discover this beautiful country for yourself!