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Costa Rica Climates
Costa Rica Climates, Weather in Costa Rica: What’s the weather like in Costa Rica? “Most of us are used to this question from first-time visitors or friends back in the places where we used to live. The only correct answer is, “It depends.”
It depends on where in Costa Rica you happen to be … meaning “where” in the most precise sense. Making general distinctions between beaches and mountains, or wetter versus drier regions is straightforward. But for a country that is so small in land area, Costa Rica has a dramatically disproportionate number of diverse climate areas.
Manuel Antonio: Crown Jewel of National Parks
Manuel Antonio: Crown Jewel of Costa Rica’s National Parks. To understand why Manuel Antonio National Park is so famous and popular, you need to appreciate its beauty and accessibility, and to know its history. Relatively close proximity to San José and the Central Valley — just over a two hour drive — makes the park site easier to access than most. But that’s not the only reason it quickly became a must-stop for tourists. Bang for the buck is the most compelling draw. Rarely is it possible to capture as much diversity of landscape and wildlife interactions in the same place within a short space of time.
Costa Rica Family Friendly Adventure at Diamante
As a mom and a 15-year veteran of the tourism industry, it takes a lot to impress me when it comes to tourist-centric experiences. In Costa Rica, I’ve experienced every level of service, safety and attention to (or lack of) details. At Diamante Eco Adventure Park, I found that every expectation was met, and some exceeded. My family of four — each with our different personalities and preferences — agreed our Costa Rica family friendly adventure was one of the best places we have been in this country eager to show off and please.
Living longer in Costa Rica Blue Zone
Live longer in Costa Rica Blue Zone: Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula is one of five regions in the world referred to as a “blue zone,” home to some of the oldest and healthiest people on the planet. Most blue zone residents surpass the global average life expectancy of 71.4 years. Not only is it common to outlive the age of 100 but to thrive — neither bedridden nor hospital-dependent, but fit, active and living life to the fullest.
Rincon de la Vieja – things to do
Rincón de la Vieja things to do: Rincón de la Vieja has been called Costa Rica’s Yellowstone because of its geysers, boiling mud pots, fumaroles and hot springs. The 6,286-foot volcano is the centerpiece of Rincón de la Vieja National Park, which offers fascinating walking trails and beautiful waterfalls.
According to legend, a princess named Curubandá, daughter of the chief of the Curubandé tribe, fell in love with the son of the chief of a rival tribe named Mixcoac. Her father put an end to this forbidden love by throwing Mixcoac into the boiling crater of the largest volcano in Guanacaste.
Cool Places – THE TABACÓN HOT SPRINGS BY NIGHT
At night, stars sparkle against velvet skies and things become magical. The slight temperature drop is a welcome reminder to enjoy the ‘ahhh’ experience of soaking in a natural hot spring pool.
At the Tabacón Hot Springs, a night soak with friends or a significant other offers one of the most sublime experiences you can have in Costa Rica. Surrounded by rainforest, strategically placed lighting creates a night time fairy tale along the hot spring pools and thermal waterfalls.
Costa Rica Medical Tourism Industry
Medical Tourism Costa Rica: Savings are what make Costa Rica one of the best countries for medical tourism in the world — Costa Rica medical tourism primary procedures are dentistry and cosmetic surgery, but also orthopedic, bariatric and eye surgery and a growing number of other procedures. Research and clinical initiatives are also enhancing Costa Rica’s capacity to treat patients with heart-related conditions, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s diseases, multiple sclerosis, pain management, and diabetes. Besides the savings, the warm weather and Costa Rica beauty is also a major contributor for medical tourism in Costa Rica.
Cool Adventure – A Whale’s Tale: Whale Watching in Costa Rica
Costa Rica has long been known as a destination to see wildlife such as birds, sloths, frogs and monkeys. But in recent years, a new attraction has emerged: whale watching. According to the Costa Rican Institute for Tourism (ICT), whale watching is one of the fastest-growing segments of tourist activities in the country, with the number recorded going from fewer than 30,000 a year in 2008 to now well over 150,000 a year.
Costa Rica has long been known as a destination to see wildlife such as birds, sloths, frogs and monkeys. But in recent years, a new attraction has emerged: whale watching. According to the Costa Rican Institute for Tourism (ICT), whale watching is one of the fastest-growing segments of tourist activities in the country, with the number recorded going from fewer than 30,000 a year in 2008 to now well over 150,000 a year.
