The National Chamber of Tourism (CANATUR) has expressed growing concerns about the challenges facing Costa Rica’s tourism sector, with the strengthening of the colón emerging as a significant factor.

To help, U.S. News compiled this list of the top tours based on traveler opinion and expert input. Whether you want to experience Costa Rica's wild side while zip lining or indulge in its famous ...

Of the 2.6 million foreign visitors who arrived by air to Costa Rica in 2024, 1.5 million were U.S. nationals, representing 59% of the total and a 10.9% increase compared to 2023. “The 7.7% growth in ...

This period is widely considered the best time to travel to Costa Rica, especially for outdoor activities like hiking and wildlife watching. The low season, from May to November, is characterized ...

Costa Rica is a small country in Central America, with a population of 4.8 million [source: Global Finance]. It is blessed with rich bio-diversity, a stable and progressive government that is ...

Costa Rica in Central America intends to declare a ... a new phenomenon but since a new Migration Bill was implemented in 2021 the number of people crossing the border into the country has trebled.

Over the past few years, the number of European tourists visiting Costa Rica has seen a significant rise, contributing to the country's booming tourism industry. Factors Driving the Increase ...

Costa Rica has long been celebrated for its leadership in environmental policy. In 2015, Costa Rica pledged to become carbon neutral (the result of a net zero release of carbon dioxide into the ...

Consult Costa Rica's official tourism board for a current bus schedule. If you'd prefer to let someone else do the driving, but want a faster trip than a local bus can provide, private shuttles ...