Costa Rica: A Unique Tropical Getaway
Costa Rica: A Unique Tropical Getaway By Henry Arnault A country full of flora and fauna, rice and beans and a plethora of rainforest critters, Costa Rica has a lot to offer any free spirited traveler. Bordering the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Caribbean Sea to the east, there's no question that this colorful island celebrates a laid-back, beachy vibe. With Nicaragua laying to the north and Panama southward, this country is a tropical sandwich of Central American goodness and the perfect tropical escape. There are so many reasons to visit this great country: surfing, volcanoes, the rain forest wildlife, countless rare plants, white water rafting, hiking, zip line tours, and the list goes on. Costa Rica is a country with endless possibilities for adventure and nature exploration. Many potential travelers expect the rain forest to be just that... a bunch of trees bracing themselves against sheets of rain while monkeys scurry around underneath. But when taking a Latin America vac...