04/16/2024
Destination Spotlight: Costa Rica 😍
Costa Rica is Central America's special jewel. A Costa Rica vacation package promises a unique travel experience for all ages. The country's natural attractions, wildlife and reputation for enlightened conservation draw tourists from all over the world. Successive governments have made a real effort to preserve the country's image as an eco-tourism haven, making Costa Rica one of the best places to experience the tropics naturally and with minimal impact. The country's biodiversity attracts nature lovers from all over the world. Add to this the incredible warmth and sincere hospitality of the local people and the exceptional variety of Costa Rican hotels along Guanacaste's Pacific coast and you have a recipe for a memorable vacation for couples, singles and families!
The natural setting is casual, secure and unassuming.
Bird-watching, exhilarating zip-line canopy tours, excellent diving and water sports and exceptional hotels all combine to make Costa Rica a perfect vacation choice. From crushed pink shells to salt-and-pepper volcanic sand, the beaches are as diverse as the nearby eco-adventures. Visit the popular resort town of Tamarindo with its great surf and white-sand beaches for browsing and souvenir shopping. From panoramic rolling savannahs to bubbling hot springs and remarkable beaches, visitors of all ages will experience a vacation like no other in Costa Rica.
All United States citizens are required to present a valid passport.
🦜Size / Population: Costa Rica is 20,000 square miles with a population of 4 million.
🦜Language: Spanish; English is spoken in many resorts.
🦜Currency: Currency is called the Colon. U.S. dollars and credit cards are widely accepted; ATMs are available in most tourist areas.
🦜What to Pack: If you are planning any optional excursions (and you should!) practicality and comfort are key. Hiking boots, sneakers and even aqua shoes are recommended. Take along shorts as well as long pants (khakis, blue jeans). Long-sleeved shirts, short-sleeved shirts (t-shirts, etc.), a swim suit and a waterproof windbreaker or rain poncho are recommended. There may be cool nights in Arenal area, so a light sweater is a good idea. Take along a small back-pack or f***y pack for holding personal items while on tour. Incidentals: binoculars; camera (w/extra batteries, etc.); hat or cap; insect repellent; and sunscreen.
I visited Costa Rica for the first time last year and all I can say is I cannot wait to go back!!
