Daniel McQueen and Herbert Landeverde love their 1930s Spanish-style home in the Los Angeles suburb of Glendale, but Daniel, a busy attorney, and Herbert, an entertainment industry professional, are in desperate need of a break from their hectic schedules. They are searching for the perfect tropical getaway, and what better place to buy a vacation home than Landeverde's native country of Costa Rica? They have narrowed their home search to the San Jose suburb of Santa Ana because of its central location and proximity to both the mountains and the coast. With a budget of $150,000 and the help of experienced real estate agent Barry Ashworth, they set out to search for their ideal vacation home. Join a couple searching for the perfect tropical respite from their otherwise hectic lives.