There are a handful of destinations around the world where the prospect of animal interaction is central to a visit. Costa Rica is one of them. Each time I’ve visited Costa Rica I’ve taken home ...

Most of us spend precious little time in nature. We’ll dip our toes in when we visit a waterfall or go for a hike, but for the most part we live our lives in the human world thinking very little about ...

For total seclusion, Playa Quesera on the Nicoya Peninsula is one of Costa Rica’s most magical hidden gems. Accessed via the Curú Wildlife Refuge, either by a short boat journey or a two-hour hike, ...

Travel + Leisure's 2024 Destination of the Year, Costa Rica has more than 900 miles of coastline, beckoning surfers, swimmers, and sunbathers to its sandy shores. Better yet, every beach is public, so ...

Costa Rica is known for its abundant wildlife, often found in stunning locations, either waterside or deep in a tropical could forest. If you're planning a wildlife exploration in this lush land, ...

Travel advisor Rachel Gelfer Hornaday shares her favorite spots in Costa Rica for top-tier honeymooning, whether you’re ...

To help you plan the ultimate adventure, I’ve rounded up my favorite Costa Rica travel tips to keep your trip full of pura ...

If you're looking for a romantic, all-inclusive resort, then head to Costa Rica. This reopened spot is better than ever and ...

Costa Rica has taken a significant step in wildlife conservation by addressing the growing issue of wildlife electrocutions in Santa Fe de Cóbano, Guanacaste. Officials from the Tempisque Conservation ...

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), an organization dedicated to protecting wildlife and wild places, named Costa Rica as the first whole country to receive its Natural Biogem Award. Chosen ...

You may want to think twice before taking a selfie with a wild animal on vacation. At least, that's what the Costa Rican government, civil society organizations and tourism companies want. The new ...