Hiking Costa Rica’s wildest coastal trail
Whales, dolphins, myriad jungle flora and even yachts may be spotted on the six-hour coastal hike from Drake Bay to Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula.
Villas Hermosas ranks tops with travelers
Canadian-owned Villas Hermosas, just up the coast from the popular Nicoya Peninsula surf destinations of Malpaís and Santa Teresa, has earned big kudos on TripAdvisor.
Wildlife rescue center welcomes human visitors
Tourists can get up close and personal with orphaned monkeys and injured wildlife at the Jaguar Rescue Center on the southern Caribbean coast.
Tabacón makes green strides at Arenal
The luxury hot springs resort at the base of Arenal Volcano has been garnering recognition for its eco-efforts in recent years.
‘No cars, no stress’ on Isla Bastimentos
Residents of the roadless island in western Panama’s Bocas del Toro archipelago happily share their laid-back culture with visitors.
Surf inn offers all the comforts in Marbella
Built by a surfer for surfers, Marbella Surf Inn lets guests enjoy a remote Guanacaste beach setting in style.
Playas del Coco resort an oasis in paradise
Toro Blanco Resort, owned by Italian expats, offers fully equipped suites for self-contained vacations on Costa Rica’s northern Pacific coast.
Grand Tara Hotel reborn under new owners
The hotel in the hills of San Antonio de Escazú returns to its roots as a spot for weddings, international travelers and families.
Tropical bungalows, cultural exchange in Tambor
Tambor Tropical Resort on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula encourages guests to volunteer at a local school and use local guides for tours, while offering beautiful vacation accommodations.
Lodge offers ‘rustic elegance’ in misty Monteverde
Guests enjoy discreet luxury and cloud-forest views at Monteverde Lodge and Gardens in north-central Costa Rica.
Río Celeste remains true blue
Named for its celestial-blue waters, the river is the main attraction of Guanacaste’s Tenorio Volcano National Park.
Contempo: Chic boutique outside Managua
Hotel Contempo packs a wealth of elegance into a small boutique property outside Nicaragua’s capital city.
Beaches beckon on Costa Rica’s southern Caribbean coast
Boasting turquoise seas and golden sand, the string of beaches between Puerto Viejo and Manzanillo are among the most beautiful in the country.
Retreat to Río Chirripó in the Southern Zone
Mountain air, abundant nature and yoga and art classes soothe body and spirit at Río Chirripó Yoga Retreat in Canaán de Rivas.
Change Pace at the Sloth Sanctuary of C.R.
No matter how many fingers, all sloths – and visitors – are welcome at Aviarios del Caribe Sloth Sanctuary on the southern Caribbean coast.
Cahuita hotel welcomes all species of visitors
Kelly Creek Hotel offers laid-back accommodations and the chance to see plenty of wildlife at its location at the entrance to Costa Rica’s Cahuita National Park.
Lodge sits in idyllic corner of Lake Nicaragua
The rustic La Esquina del Lago Jungle River Lodge offers tarpon fishing, bird-watching and kayak tours on Lake Nicaragua and the Río San Juan.
All’s wellness at Nicaraguan luxury yoga retreat
Aqua Wellness Resort offers a unique beach-jungle yoga experience near the Pacific-coast surf town of Playa Gigante.
Indigenous eco-lodge welcomes first guests in Costa Rica
An association of Bribrí indigenous women is now welcoming guests to the Kabata U Indigenous Eco-lodge in Watsi, Talamanca.
La Fortuna: More than just volcano gazing
Arenal Volcano may be the most celebrated attraction in north-central Costa Rica, but the surrounding area offers plenty of other attractions, including an eco zoo, canyoneering and a hike to a crater lake.
Caño Island: Costa Rica’s accessible wild isle
Limiting visitation to just a small portion of the island seems to be working well at Caño Island Biological Reserve, off the southern Pacific coast.
Start your adventuring at Costa Rica’s Adventure Inn
The conveniently located hotel in Ciudad Cariari comes highly recommended.
Jacó hilltop hotel big on views, hospitality
Vista Pacifico apartment hotel offers panoramic views and Canadian hospitality on Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast.
