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Costa Rica – Articles, news and experiences<\/h3>

This adventure has taken us into knowing and enjoying Costa Rica.\u00a0 We think you should all join us, so we\u2019ve decided to share with you our trips, experiences and the latest news.<\/span><\/p>

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National Geographic Traveller (UK) has included Costa Rica as part of its Best of the World 2021 list.<\/a><\/h3>

Sustainability: From carbon-neutral cities in the making to destinations offering a blueprint for sustainable nature and wildlife tourism, these are the pick of the places that aim to safeguard our precious planet\u2019s natural wonders.

\n\nCosta Rica is one of 35 total destinations selected to the list. It\u2019s featured in the \u201cSustainability\u201d category alongside Helsinki, Finland; Copenhagen, Denmark; Gabon, Africa; Denver, Colorado; and others.\n\u201cSo you want to escape?\u201d the National Geographic story reads. \u201cImagine a country that\u2019s one-quarter national park, a place where you could hike in a rainforest in the morning and surf tropical waves in the afternoon. Imagine an adventure Eden where sustainability was a strategy long before the world caught on, where jaguars prowl in the jungle, harpy eagles fly and Jesus Christ lizards walk on water before your eyes.\n\u201cThat country is Costa Rica.\u201d\n\n.

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02.02.2021 <\/i><\/b>

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Lonely Planet Recognizes Costa Rica as Best Destination for Travelers with Disabilities<\/a><\/h3>

Renown travel website Lonely Planet recognized Costa Rica in its Best in Travel 2021 Awards, \u201cWe decided to make this year\u2019s Best in Travel different by recognizing places and people demonstrating a genuine commitment to sustainability, community and diversity\u201d, reads the message of Lonely Planets\u2019 CEO Luis Cabrera.\nCosta Rica received the award under the \u201cDiversity\u201d category specifically as the Most Accessible Destination.\n\u201cStitching together deep virgin rainforests with smoldering volcanoes, cowlicks of soft, seashell-pink sand and cities sparkling with colonial architecture, Costa Rica really has it all. A law which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities and enforces a degree of accessibility in hotels and public places means it\u2019s a fantastic accessible-friendly destination too\u201d, describes the website.\nCahuita National Park in Lim\u00f3n, became the first National Park to be accessible for people with disabilities back in 2019. Jac\u00f3 in the Central Pacific also has a 63 meter long ramp (206.70 ft.) built with recycled plastic and which gives wheelchair users access to the shore.\nCarara National Park, Poas Volcano and Manuel Antonio offer universal walkways for disabled visitors.\nSome tour companies also have adapted their gear to allow tourists with disabilities to experience zip lining.\nAdaptive surfing is also an option.\n\u201cSustainability is key in our tourism model and a sustainable destination must be accessible; I applaud that the Costa Rican tourism industry \u2013 hotels, restaurants, tour companies \u2013 have options for everyone to enjoy our country\u201d, commented Gustavo Segura, Minister of Tourism.\n.

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18.11.2020 <\/i><\/b>

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So proud! Playa Hermosa in Garabito is awarded as a World Surf Reserve<\/a><\/h3>

This makes it the first in Central America and eleventh in the world.\nThe US non-profit organization \u201cSave the Waves Coalition\u201d grants this award. \n\u201cPlaya Hermosa was a perfect candidate... Its incredible biodiversity and environmental attributes, as well as a clear vision of conservation for the future, this surf ecosystem is very deserving of the title.\nCosta Rica is a model of sustainable development that has prioritized the conservation of natural resources, making it a favorite destination for traveling surfers who come to enjoy nature, the rich and warm Costa Rican culture \u201d, said the executive director of Save The Waves Coalition.

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23.09.2020 <\/i><\/b>

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Experiences from the Papagayo Gulf<\/a><\/h3>

We set out to visit the amazing Papagayo Gulf. Without a doubt one of the most suitable beaches for a real laid-back vacation. The protected bay conditions ensure spectacular and completely quiet beaches that allow bathing in the sea without fear of waves or dangerous drifts. We took our jet ski with us and took full advantage of it while visiting magical pristine beaches accessible only by sea.

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18.09.2020 <\/i><\/b>

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Bah\u00eda Ballena (Whale Bay) Whale Watching Tour<\/a><\/h3>

The period of whales in Costa Rica begins around July and ends in the end of October. During this time we can watch whales coming from South America to the warm waters of Costa Rica to mate or give birth to their offspring and spend three months with them. We went out to the Bah\u00eda Ballena (Whale Bay) area which is located in Uvita to watch a fantastic show. We were not disappointed!!!!\n

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15.08.2020 <\/i><\/b>

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Costa Rica, a Safe Travels Destination<\/a><\/h3>

Costa Rica got the \u201cSafe Travels\u201d certification granted by WTTC (World Travel & Tourism Council) which recognizes the countries that have applied sanitary protocols safe for travelling under the frame of Covid-19\nThese measures guarantee the tourists visiting the country that there are guidelines that promote social distancing, the use of masks, the establishment of social bubbles and hand washing against the pandemic.\n\u201cWe are very proud of all the work done by the people who designed the protocols to guarantee safety to both the tourism labor force and the visitors in this process of adapting to a new normalcy\u201d, said Mr. Gustavo Segura, Min. of Tourism.\nBesides the protocols, Costa Rica, due to the kind of tourism it offers, lots of open spaces, no crowded beaches and activity centers, mostly small hotels where, apart of the protocols, they are hardly ever over-crowded, definitely becomes a safe choice to take your vacations.\n\n


28.07.2020 <\/i><\/b>

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Visit Playa Cativo Lodge in Golfo Dulce<\/a><\/h3>

Until you visit the \"Playa Cativo\" hotel located in the Golfo Dulce, you will not know what a real and unique experience is in Costa Rica ... As always, we will make sure to find special places that are off the beaten path for our travelers, to improve their travel experience in Costa Rica. The hotel \"Playa Cativo\" is one of them, so there we went .....\n

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