DISCOVER COSTA RICA
A tropical paradise where the climate is as warm and welcoming as the locals, Costa Rica is full of life – and experiences
WHEN it comes to holidays, everyone’s idea of paradise is subjective. Some of us adore soaking up Mother Nature’s masterpieces in national parks, others love to lounge on the sand as the waves roll in and out.
However, what we can all agree on is wanting to get the most from our precious time away; we want to feel fulfilled, free and full of life. And nowhere celebrates brates contentment more than Costa Rica. a.
In fact, they have a special name for it: Pura Vida, which simply means ‘pure life’. From the people to the food to the experiences, everything about out this country is wonderfully genuine. enuine
A boon for Brits looking to escape end-of-winter gloom, the Central American nation enjoys its hot season during our colder months – but its climate is as warm and welcoming as the locals.
In fact, Costa Rica is renowned for being voted as the happiest country in 2018 by the Happy Planet Index; perhaps one of the reasons it hasn’t needed an army in over 70 years.
Landing in the bustling capital of San José, a neoclassical charmer of a city, you get to see the faster side of Pura Vida; strong coffees, hearty breakfasts of gallo pinto, while lengthy strolls around the churches and museums will leave you feeling invigorated.
For a slower pace, head south to explore lush rainforests bordering surfers’ paradises. And as home to a massive five per cent of the world’s biodiversity, Costa Rica is unparalleled in nurturing nature. Fr From getting up close clos to active volcanoes volca to zip-lining zip through th forests in the clouds p packed with wws wildlife to ssb seeing whales breach b as you cross cro over the Gulf Gul of Nicoya, experiences expe are as plentiful plent as they are life affirming. affir In Santa Teresa, Teresa you can surf in the sea without worrying about getting cold – it’s warm all year round – before sitting and watching hummingbirds feed after a hike through one of the protected nature reserves.
See, in Costa Rica you can holiday exactly how you want; no matter if you’re on a romantic luxury honeymoon or experiencing a soul-serving trip with friends. That’s the beauty of Pura Vida, everyone is welcome – pure and simple.