Enter Costa Rica and you’ll soon hear the country’s most crucial phrase: ‘pura vida’. The national motto, which translates as ‘pure life’ (but is employed for everything from thanks to goodbye) sums ...

Despite only being the size of West Virginia, Costa Rica is the land of plenty. It literally translates to "rich coast." Christopher Columbus reportedly discovered it in 1502. But the only person who ...

Packing for Costa Rica isn’t as simple as tossing sundresses and swimsuits into your suitcase. Between the beaches, rainforests, volcanoes, and mountains, you’ll experience multiple microclimates. So ...

Costa Rica lives up to its reputation, don't worry about that. The country is a ripe mix of beaches, rivers, lakes, and sunsets. The vibes are off the charts, and the people are friendly. All that ...

From reef-safe sunscreen to comfortable walking shoes, this is everything you need to pack to have a great trip to Costa Rica. Taylor Fox is the Outdoor Gear Editor at Travel + Leisure where she tests ...

Calling all adventure enthusiasts! Costa Rica is a bucket list destination that needs to be top of your travel list. Known for its lush rainforests, incredible wildlife (hello, sloths and toucans!) ...

When traveling to a different country, we always wonder what to pack and what not to. Though you can find most of the things in Costa Rica, why take the unnecessary trouble of having to look for an ...

Standing 11,260 feet tall, Irazu is the highest active volcano in Costa Rica (its last eruption was in 1994) and one of the most popular for Costa Rica visitors. From its peak on a clear day, visitors ...