Episode
House Hunters International: The Price of Pura Vida Perfection in Costa Rica
Overview
A couple and their tween daughter hope to escape the Canadian cold for Pura Vida in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica. Their wish list is loaded with big spaces and awe-inspiring views, but they may have to pivot thanks to the prodigious price of paradise.
Details
- Series
- House Hunters International
- Season
- Season 202
- Episode
- Episode 3
- Air date
- 2025-02-25
- Runtime
- 22 min
Episode context
The Price of Pura Vida Perfection in Costa Rica is Episode 3 in Season 202 of House Hunters International. It aired on 2025-02-25. The runtime is 22 min.
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