Containing nearly 6% of the planet's biodiversity, Costa Rica is ... perfect beaches are common sights around this affordable tropical paradise, so how do you decide where to lay your towel?

from peaceful mountain villages to bustling city centers and beach communities. When choosing a retirement spot in Costa Rica, consider your preferred climate and access to amenities and health ...

Some of the hottest real estate in Costa Rica is in the lesser-known northwestern ... hiking and biking trails, three beach clubs and a nature preserve. The first private beach club just opened ...

Farther south along the coast, Samara is a favorite among budget travelers and those looking for a classic Costa Rica beach town. The vibe is laid-back and water sports like kayaking and stand-up ...

Spanish for “arrival”: the magical days and nights when tens of thousands of sea turtles come ashore on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast to lay millions of eggs. In Turtle Beach, a documentary ...

Picture yourself on a white-sand beach, surrounded by palm trees. In the distance, surfers ride the breaking waves. Behind you rises a dense rainforest, where white-faced capuchin monkeys jump ...

Several beaches in Costa Rica are designated as national parks ... At Nancite, families can see Pacific Ridley Sea Turtles ...

A country so lush over half of it is blanketed in forest, Costa Rica sets the bar sky high as ... Nicoya Peninsula’s many beaches and waves—which break all year round—lend the ideal surf ...