With its famous range of stunning natural environments and dramatic landscapes, adrenaline seekers enjoying their Costa Rica vacations will find themselves in the perfect place for white knuckle thrills and adventures. Costa Rica has something for everyone: from hiking through a mountain-side cloud forest to sport fishing on the Pacific Ocean; from ziplining between the trees in a tropical jungle to rafting on wild white water. The only dilemma is deciding on what to do, and where to do it. White Water Rafting Rafting is an immensely popular activity and good quality water can be found in, or near, many of the most visited Costa Rica vacation destinations. One of the most convenient bases for a...
Costa Rica Vacation Packages
Are you planning your next family vacation? Are you want to discover an exotic, wonferful and tropical paradise? You have to go to Costa Rica. Costa Rica offers plenty of pleasant choices like these, especially if you're interested in nature and outdoor activities. That's why so many people have chosen to go there: In the past decade, the number of visitors has quadrupled, and tourism has become a big part of the nation's economy. Costa Rica is practically synonymous with ecotourism -- travel that incorporates education about the environment and promotes preservation of natural resources. The country has a large number of national parks and nature preserves that boast a rich array of birds, mammals...
Quepos Costa Rica Vacation
Ponce de Leon, in his search for the fountain of youth, discovered Quepos in 1519. Named for the Quepoa Indian population he encountered, this seaside gem has evolved through the banana industry, to palm oil, to tourism; which is now the area's leading product. In the late 1800's, vast banana plantations were developed throughout the region. Bananas were shipped to world markets from the docks that now service the renowned sportfishing and diving operations. In the 1980's the focus became the hearty African Palms with their high quality palm oil. Throughout all this transition the area has maintained marvelous charm and Quepos has established itself as a premier vacation destination, boasting the...
What to Expect From Costa Rica Vacation Packages
Ah, the sights and sounds of Costa Rica vacation packages. Imagine awakening to the delightfully primal sound of Howler Monkeys staking their territorial claims, or the playful chirping of parrots just outside. Suddenly its all washed away by the sound of waves crashing on a sun drenched beach, and a gentle breeze blowing through lush palm trees. You grab a cup of the finest Costa Rican coffee and take it all in from your veranda, enjoying the beautiful view of the Pacific. Suddenly you realize this is not a reoccurring dream, but the third morning in a row that you have been hypnotized by the sights and sounds of Guanacaste. There has never been a better time to invest in one of the many available...
10 tips to for selecting the perfect Costa Rica...
Planning a Tropical vacation full of lush jungles, secluded beaches, and friendly people but not too expensive? Costa Rica is the place to go! But where do you stay, a resort or a private villa? Do you want long lines, crowded pools, kids running up and down the corridors? I think not. Selecting the best Costa Rica vacation rental can be the difference between a great vacation and one where you feel like you are doing without’. Many vacationers consider the Costa Rica vacation rental as just somewhere to stay’ since most of your time will be spent in or on the water, or enjoying local attractions. Don’t make that mistake. There is no reason to settle for less when, with a...
Costa Rica Vacation Package, And Why You Should...
ta Rica Vacation Package is something to be thought about very carefully, even if you have never considered Costa Rica before as a vacation destination. Apart from the fact that Costa Rica is both exotic and tropical, the fact that it is a dream destination for a lot of people ought to make you check it out, because it could be just the right thing to do to book a Costa Rica Tour package this year. There are good reasons for this not the least of which is that Costa Rica is one of the most naturally beautiful places you could ever wish to visit. A tiny South American country has got everything you need for the ultimate in getaway holidays. When you consider the variety of sights to see and places to...
Costa Rica is one of my favorite destinations - there is so much natural beauty crammed in this small country of 19,600 square miles. From the humble capital city of San Jose, located in the center of the country at about 3.600 feet above sea level, everything is close at hand - the Caribbean and the Pacific Coast are less than 90 minutes away, the lush lowland rainforests of the Caribbean slope are about 75 minutes away and the cloud forests and the volcanoes of the central highlands are less than 1 hour away. For a visitor who can afford only 7-8 days in Costa Rica, it is possible to explore a variety of habitats and life zones in a very short time period. The following 8 day/7 night itinerary...
Try An Inexpensive Costa Rica Vacation
u are looking for a place to vacation that could be called a tropical paradise then look no further than Costa Rica. Of course one of the biggest concerns when planning any vacation is cost. If you are planning to travel as a family then any vacation can be an expensive endeavor. However there are many inexpensive Vacation packages you can afford. In fact if you live the US it is frequently cheaper to vacation in Costa Rica then in many locations in the USA. Costa Rica travel and vacation packages include cruises that visit different ports of call enroute to Costa Rica. There are also daily direct flights from major US airports to Costa Rica's largest cities of San Jose and Liberia. A quick check of...
Costa Rica Travel Guide - Celebrating...
September 15 2009 marks a special year in the Costa Rica calendar, as the entire country stops to celebrate their 188th year of independence from the Spanish Empire. Independence Day is a major national event with parades and fiestas that can provide lifelong memories of any Costa Rica vacations that happen to coincide with this important day. Costa Rica achieved its independence along with the rest of Central America, as part of the Federal Republic of Central America, governed by Guatemala. The new republic proved to be fragile, ungovernable and short-lived and Costa Rica soon decided to go it alone. For holiday makers planning a trip to Costa Rica, timing your vacation to match up with...
Every parent knows that there is much more to a child's education than the time he or she spends in the classroom. Research has shown that real world experiences are the key to learning. As a parent, to enrich your child's education, you must take advantage of "teachable moments". Costa Rica is the perfect vacation destination for families. It is also the perfect place for parents to find teachable moments in which to enrich their children's educations. There is no place on the planet that compares to the biodiversity of the little country of Costa Rica. There are opportunities to discuss ecology, biology, geology, climate change, oceanography and countless other -ologies at every turn. In addition...
Costa Rica Vacations And Medical Tourism:...
almost everybody knows that American health care is the costliest in the world---by thousands of dollars. And, with nearly 50 million Americans lacking health insurance, injury is added to insult because hospitals charge uninsured patients much more for services than folks with good insurance. This is where medical care in Costa Rica comes in for thousands of injured and ill American tourists. Why? Because they understand that they can save up to 65% in Costa Rica for the identical services they would receive in their hometown. Every year, more than 25,000 people, mostly from the U.S., board a plane or cruise ship and travel south for medical care in close to home Costa Rica. Only the world's...