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Jaco Beach Costa Rica in the 1970’s

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Costa Rica Banana Exportation of the 1940’s

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Sunset at Playa Tambor Sunset at Beautiful Playa Tambor in Costa Rica

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luxury retirement in costa rica Los Sueños Marina & Resort, Playa Herradura, Costa Rica

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Turrialba Volcano, Costa Rica

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Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica

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San Jose Costa Rica San José, Costa Rica

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Ruins of Cartago’s Parish Church, Costa Rica

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Sámara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

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Isla Santa Catalina Pacífico Norte Guanacaste Costa Rica

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Arenal Volcano Crater, Costa Rica

Arenal Volcano is an active andesitic stratovolcano in north-western Costa Rica around 90 km northwest of San Jose, in the province of Alajuela, canton of San Carlos, and district of La Fortuna. Image Source: Juan Carlos Mora...

Southern Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

The Southern Nicoya Peninsula is a secluded gem in Puntarenas province of Costa Rica. From cascading waterfalls, long stretches of white sand beaches, luscious nature, rivers to colorful markets and friendly atmosphere, the Southern Nicoya Peninsula has earned itself a well deserved reputation among travelers. Its towns include Santa Teresa, Mal Pais, Montezuma, Tambor, Manzanillo, Cobano and P...

Tamarindo, Costa Rica

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Startling Turrialba Volcano in Costa Rica

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Río Celeste, Tenorio Volcano National Park, Costa Rica

Río Celeste, native to Tenorio Volcano National Park is one of the several blue-colored river that Costa Rica preserves. The aerial perspective fits perfectly to appreciate the scale of the waterfall. Source: The Waterfall Trail...

Sunset in Costa Rica

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Double rainbow, Talamanca, Costa Rica

The scale of the place is monumental, the rocks at the bottom of the waterfall are massive, buildings of black stones that watch the waterfall. Source: thewaterfalltrail.com...

Costa Rica Hunters Tapirs Baird’s Tapir, Costa Rica

The tapir is easily one of the most recognizable animals in Costa Rica, largely due to its unique head that looks something like a cross between a pig and an anteater. Native to Central America, tapirs have short, black hair, though it typically lightens around the face, and thick skin. While abundant at one time, the tapir population has dwindled and the species is considered endangered. Tapirs c...

Playa Naranjo, North Puntarenas, Costa Rica

The small city of Playa Naranjo is an excellent location to spend some time and also serves as a gateway to some of Costa Rica's most popular attractions. Image source: craerea.com...

Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica

The Arenal Volcano National Park packs all of Costa Rica's allure into one place: incredible hiking, magnificent views, abounding wildlife and the country's most active volcano. Image Source: Iván Cusuko Salazar...

Uvita Island, Costa Rica

Described by many as one of the most biologically diverse areas in the world, southwestern Costa Rica has plenty of beautiful beaches and fantastic views. Image source: TierraPhotography...

San Juanillo, Costa Rica

For travelers who come to Costa Rica in search of the ‘true’ Costa Rican experience, San Juanillo has been providing just that and more to travelers from every spot on the globe for decades. The village itself is relatively small, which makes for a cultural experience that is nothing short of pure and traditional daily life for anyone who is a “Tico.” Image Source: craerea.com...

Turrialba, Costa Rica

Turrialba is one of the most exciting, yet least visited destinations in Costa Rica. It is a paradise for adventurers with breathtaking scenery in every direction! The lush vibrant hills and volcanoes that surround the town make it unique, even for Costa Rica standards. World class whitewater rafting, canyoning, culture, archaeology and the volcano are all primary attractions. Image Source: htt...

Ujarras, Cartago, Costa Rica

The small town of Ujarras is located in one of the most beautiful central regions of the country. Surrounded by the greenery of the Orosi Valley in the province of Cartago, Ujarras is a historical site, but is also not far from the country's most beautiful natural attractions. The town sits along the banks of the man-made Cachi Lake and Cachi Dam, created to prevent flooding and provide power to t...

Costa Rica Volcanoes Poas and Turrialba Volcano From the Air in Costa Rica

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Skywalk Above the Clouds in Costa Rica

A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the flora of the cloud forest at a slower pace. The suspension bridges vary in length, and each offers a different view....

Turtle Nesting Night Tour, Costa Rica

On this tour you will go for a nighttime walk on the beaches of Marino Las Baulas National Park to look for green turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs. Source: https://www.anywhere.com...

Route 32, Costa Rica

The National Route 32, popularly known as the Carretera Braulio Carrillo. It is located between San José (capital of Costa Rica) and Limón, main commercial port of the country in the Caribbean Sea. Source: http://www.craerea.com/...

Capuchin monkeys in Costa Rica

Capuchin monkeys, also called white-faced monkeys, occupy the wet lowland forests on Caribbean coast of Costa Rica....

Mal Pais, Costa Rica

Mal Pais is known as a small surfer and party town beautifully situated on the Pacific coastline.  This is the perfect place for younger singles or young couples to vacation enjoying the peace and quiet but also unwind at night with a little party time....

Iguana From Costa Rica

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Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

Costa Rica, literally “Rich Coast” is one of the world’s most beautiful tropical destinations. Flanked by both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Ocean, Costa Rica is home to a wide variety of fauna and flora. Amidst Mother Nature’s wonderland, you’ll find a rich culture dating back to pre-Columbian times and genuine Tico hospitality. If you’re looking for your own piece of paradise, Manuel Anton...

Sloths of Costa Rica

Costa Rica is home to two species of sloth, the brown-throated three-toed sloth and Hoffmann’s two-toed sloth. Black eye patches and “smiling” mouths distinguish Costa Rica’s docile three-toed sloths, while the larger two-toed variety have white-ringed faces, brown snouts and shaggy coats. Sloths are especially unique in that they spend nearly their entire lives hanging upside down in a tree; they...

Crocodiles Tours – Tarcoles, Costa Rica

Rio Tarcoles runs by the Carara National Park and is famous for its large American Crocodiles. Those seeking adrenaline pumping excitement with be thrilled by the crocodile tours offered at the mudflats of Tarcoles. You can either observe the crocodiles from the Tarcoles River Bridge or take a croc tour. The fascinating crocodile safari takes you through the river by boat and bilingual guides show...

Isla Chora Playa Samara, Costa Rica

Looking for something fun to do while you’re at Playa Samara beach? Sea kayaking and snorkeling on Playa Samara in Guanacaste is the perfect half-day, beach excursion — you’ll do about 30 minutes of sea kayaking across the Pacific bay and then you’ll arrive to the exotic pink plush sandy beach on Isla Chora. While on the Chora Island, walk along the shores at your leisure and take in the feel o...

Costa Rica Archaeological Sites Diquís Spheres in Costa Rica

These mysterious ancient stone spheres were created by a civilization lost to time and are now mostly lawn ornaments. Source: http://www.atlasobscura.com/...

The Nauyaca, Costa Rica Waterfalls

The Nauyaca Waterfalls are located in a canyon approximately eight meters wide. One of the falls is forty-five meters high in free fall and the other, twenty meters high with a tiered fall, forming at the bottom at 1,000 square meter and six meter deep pool. There are also smaller natural pools where visitors can seize the opportunity and enjoy the waters with their families or friends. Nauy...

Melico Salazar Theatre

The Melico Salazar Theatre is located in San José, Costa Rica. It maintains a full schedule of concerts, recitals, and plays. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/...

Turrialba Volcano, Costa Rica

Turrialba Volcano is an active volcano, most recently eruptive in September 2016 in central Costa Rica. Visitors used to be able to hike down into the main crater. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org...

Recreo Resort Costa Rica Playa Rajada, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Dense jungle, abundant wildlife, dream waterfalls, beautiful beaches. Costa Rica has all of them, especially the beaches. Source: craerea.com...