Father’s Day in Costa Rica

Ticos, the people of Costa Rica are known for respecting their relationships and valuing them immensely. Among all the relations, the parents of Costa Rica are highly regarded and Mother’s and Father’s day stand as important days of merriment annually.

Fathers in Costa Rica place themselves exactly to be the men in the family. They cater to their family’s needs, look after the children and work hard to educate them and please them to the best of their abilities. To thank them and acknowledge them for their efforts in return, every June, Ticos rejoice a day with their fathers famously known as Día de los Padres. Celebrated on the third Sunday of June, this one day is planned by children young and old, of Costa Rica to be the one their fathers would never forget.

As the Father’s Day approaches, kids and families hit the stores to get the best presents for their dads. The malls seem to be crammed with all the excited and grateful kids who want their dads to know what they mean to them. Most purchased gift items include golfing kits, ties, shirts, cufflinks and grilling items. Many siblings go out all the way to plan an entire day with their fathers with treats flowing one right after the other.

This aspect of retail and gifts has commercialized the celebration profusely. Now, almost everywhere packages are especially offered by restaurants, shops and adventure spots to gift them to the fathers. Restaurants offer dining deals and food courses personalized to make your dad’s tummy happy. Bars and concerts are in full swing for Costa Rican fathers who love to party. And for those who always love an adventure, all resorts and activity spots offer discounts and deals on golfing, fishing, canopying and jungle adventures.

Costa Rica is a cultural hub and the importance of families is one of its strongest pillars. This holiday is yet another festive which gives families an opportunity to gather, share their love and indeed is one day where everyone is inclined to make their daddies the happiest.