May 26, 2022
Part I
There are many reasons to visit Costa Rica. Whether you’re looking for great places to stay, beaches hugged by tropical jungle, fantastic weather, or an adventure-filled vacation, Costa Rica has it all! Full of diverse landscapes, animals, national parks, bustling cities, and delicious restaurants, it’s no wonder that Costa Rica is a regular on the list of top places to visit and continues to gain popularity. So, what is it about this little place? Let’s explore 10 reasons why Costa Rica is one of the best places to vacation in the world!
1. The Happy Country
Costa Rica consistently ranks high in the world’s happiest countries charts, and when you visit, you inevitably feel and see happiness wherever you go. Costa Ricans are warm and cheerful.
The land of happy people goes hand in hand with the life philosophy summarized in the famous Costa Rican phrase “Pura Vida.” It’s about enjoying life with the right attitude, and Costa Rica does it very well.
2. Active volcanoes
Costa Rica is very much alive, and its chain of active volcanoes is just one way to enjoy its vitality. No two are alike, so the possibilities are endless for exploring the five active volcanoes and the multitude of inactive or extinct ones.
Peer into the craters of Poás Volcano and Irazú Volcano and hike around Turrialba Volcano. Rincon de la Vieja Volcano is an adventure mountain with fumaroles, mud pools, and hot springs, while Arenal Volcano is the epicenter of hot springs and rooms with volcano views.
3. Where the monsters live
National Geographic believes that the Osa Peninsula is the place with the highest ecological diversity on earth! We won’t doubt the experts when it comes to where the wild things are. Costa Rica is a paradise for wildlife lovers, with an estimated 5% of the world’s biodiversity inhabiting its tropical rainforests, coastal lowlands, forested mountains, mangroves, wetlands, and everywhere in between.
Costa Rica is the prime destination for spotting the resplendent quetzal, humpback whale watching, and of course, sloth-spotting. Witness the colorful frogs and delight in the playful monkeys. Wildlife is abundant and incredibly fun to observe! Check them out in the network of protected areas covering 25% of the country!
4. Coffee and Fresh Food!
Costa Rican coffee is the best start to your day when visiting Costa Rica. The golden bean is not only delicious and uplifting, but it’s also the shining star of Costa Rica’s rich history and cultural awakening.
Costa Rica is a land of fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood, and readily available products deliciously turned into culinary pleasures at restaurants across the country. A new generation of young, innovative chefs has brought new flavors and ingredients to the table, offering bursts of new tastes and twists to traditional Costa Rican menus.
Tip: San Jose has become a hotspot for food lovers with a variety of trendy restaurants and cocktail bars popping up in both the modern and historic neighborhoods of the city.
to be continued