Raising a Family in Cabrera: An Interview with Ryann
At Las Cuevas, we believe it’s the people who make Cabrera so special. This month, we spoke with Ryann, a business owner, wife, and mother who has called Cabrera home for over a decade. She shares how she built her dream life here and what it’s really like raising a young family in this coastal town.
Finding Home
Q: What first brought you to Cabrera?
A: Cabrera immediately drew us in with its relaxed, Caribbean vibe. We discovered beautiful beaches, waterfalls, freshwater lagoons, and warm, welcoming locals. Something inside me just knew I was home.
Q: What made you decide to stay and raise your family here?
A: We saw the opportunity to design our dream life. We built a lifestyle agency that now offers vacation planning, destination events, property management, real estate, and excursions. On a personal level, we built a home overlooking the ocean and grow more than 30 types of fruits and vegetables. Living so connected to nature is magical.
Daily Life in Cabrera
Q: What does a typical day look like for your family?
A: We enjoy slow mornings together — sunrise, breakfast, and coffee overlooking the jungle and ocean. Having house staff allows me to spend quality time with my husband and son and focus fully on my business when needed.
Q: What do you love most about raising your son here?
A: Minimal screen time and maximum outdoor play. We can walk to waterfalls, snorkel at beaches just minutes away, or explore the hills on horseback. Cabrera is truly a tropical playground.
School & Community
Q: Where does your son go to school, and how has the experience been?
A: He attends a local Spanish-immersion school, which was important to us for bilingualism and cultural connection. He loves it, has made many friends, and has really excelled in Spanish.
Q: Have you felt supported by the community?
A: Absolutely. One of my favorite things about Cabrera is how connected we are with the locals. We support them, and they support us — it’s a mutually beneficial relationship.
Real Talk: Challenges & Benefits
Q: Were there any challenges to raising a child here?
A: Cabrera is a small town with limited organized kids’ activities outside of the main sports and water activities. But the trade-off is endless outdoor adventures and more time as a family.
Q: How has healthcare been?
A: While facilities may be basic, our local doctors are incredible. Our family doctor is always available, even for house calls, and once even discovered my mom’s ovarian cancer early — saving her life. I’m forever grateful.
Q: What advice would you give families considering the move?
A: Spend a few weeks here first. Island life requires patience and flexibility, but if you embrace it, you can create your dream life filled with purpose, health, and natural beauty.
Looking Ahead
Q: Do you see yourself staying long-term?
A: One hundred percent. We’ve built multiple homes here, and our son will always have a place in Cabrera — whether he stays here or chooses to explore the world.