ITW: Resorts of Costa Rica

Costa Rica is located in Central America. Its natural boundaries are Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the south, the Caribbean Sea to the eats, and Pacific Ocean to the west. Costa Rica was the first country in the world to constitutionally abolish its army.

Capital: San Jose
Largest City: San Jose
Geography: 2,725 sq mi
Population: 4,133,884

Entry Requirements:
All U.S. Citizens and Canadian nationals, including infants, must have a passport that is valid for six months past the date of first entry into Costa Rica. A Visa is not required. All visitors must have a round trip ticket as an entry requirement.

Inoculations:
No vaccines are required to enter Costa Rica.

Getting There:
Travel Time to Liberia from:
Los Angeles: 5 hrs 40 min
Atlanta: 3 hrs 54 min
New York: 5 hrs
Chicago: 7 hrs
Miami: 2 hrs 40 min
Vancouver: 11 hrs 7 min
Toronto: 7 hrs 19 min

Religion:
Christianity, and Roman Catholicism

Language:
The official language of Costa Rica is Spanish. English is widely spoken in hotels, and tourist areas.

Music & Dance:
Traditional Latin Rhythms, such as Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Lambada, and Soca.
Costa Rican Folk Music,
Calypso, and Jazz.

Alcohol:
Easter Week Alcohol Restrictions: Presently, Costa Rica law does not permit the service of alcoholic beverages on Thursday and Friday during Easter Week.

Currency:
The Costa Rican currency is called Colon. US dollars and major credit cards are widely accepted.

Time Zone:
Costa Rica is in the Central Time Zone.

Popular Shopping Items:
Quality clothing, accessories, toys, linens, furniture

What to Bring:
When exploring the rain forest, carry insect repellent, a rain coat with a hood and hiking boots.

Electricity:
Outlets are 110 V, with standard U.S. two prong plugs.

Travel Seasons:
Best Travel Time for:

Vacation Weather:
December - May.

Ecotourism/Green Season:
May - November.

Weather:

Average Temperatures & Rain

High Low Rain inches

Jan 91° 69° 0.04

Feb 95° 69° 0.04

Mar 95° 71° 0.35

Apr 96° 73° 0.87

May 93° 79° 9.75

Jun 89° 73° 12.28

Jul 89° 73° 5.28

Aug 89° 73° 8.11

Sep 87° 71° 12.8

Oct 87° 71° 11.22

Nov 87° 79° 4.09

Dec 88° 79° 0.51

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Costa Rica

Welcome to Costa Rica!

Costa Rica is an exhilarating land of luxuriant rainforests and mighty volcanoes, of natural hot springs and shimmering oceans, of colonial charm and captivating nightlife. In short, it’s a country where people can easily find their own true bliss.

Nature thrives in its pristine state, with more than 20 natural parks and eight biological reserves. Exploring these ecological wonders is an exhilarating delight for the senses. Watch as exotic birds take wing in all their multi-colored glory. Smell the scent of orchids growing wild in the lush and magnificent cloud forests. Hear the call of the howler monkey as it lazily swings across the verdant canopy.

For the adventuresome, there’s hiking around majestic Arenal volcano as it explodes in a regular fiery splendor. For the wildlife lover, there’s Tortuguero National Park, where the beguiling sea turtle slowly makes its way to the sea. And for the sporty, there are the shimmering blue waters of the Pacific and the Caribbean, where surfing, fishing and snorkeling will fill endless sun-drenched days.

The ultimate delight of Costa Rica is its people. Warm and gracious, they unveil a captivating culture of music, art, crafts and cuisine that will enchant, entertain and enliven you.

Resorts

Lifestyles

Dining Options

Rooms

Rating*

Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica

Couples, Families, Celebrities, Ultra-luxury, Romantic, Quest, Secluded, Golf, Spa, Weddings, Kids Club, Teen Club, Diverse Activities

European Plan
4 Restaurants
24-hr Room Svc

153

Hilton Papagayo Resort

Couples, Families, Luxury Romantic Ambiance, Golf, Spa, Kids Activities, Activities, Weddings

All-inclusive Resort
3 Restaurants
24-hr Room Svc

202

The Westin Playa Conchal Resort & Spa
(formerly Paradisus Playa Conchal)

Couples, Families, Singles, Active Luxury Ambiance, Golf, Spa, Kids Activities, Activities, Weddings, Casino

All-inclusive Resort
9 Restaurants
24-hr Room Svc

406

Occidental Grand Papagayo

Couples, Singles, Families, Activities, Golf, Spa, Weddings, Kids Play Area, Disco

All-inclusive Resort
3 Restaurants

169

European Plan - meals not included.
*Resort Rating from 4-star Superior to 6-star Ultra Luxury

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Things to do in Costa Rica!

The following are a few tours:**

Palo Verde National Park
This boat ride takes you through a wildlife sanctuary. Scientists from all over the world come here to study this rich ecosystem of rivers, marshland, mangroves and dry forest, where crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas and thousands of birds make their home.

Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park
During this nature hike you will find bubbling mud, steaming sulphur and fumaroles while you explore the 3 kilometres (2 miles) of trails through the forest.

Witch's Rock canopy tour
Harness up - and swing through the trees, on a series of zip lines suspended between the tall trees of our tropical forest. Enjoy an incredible view of the Gulf of Papagayo.

Corobici river float
This rafting trip upon calm waters offers the perfect means to view the beautiful scenery of this natural paradise. You will see exotic flora, and wildlife such as white egrets, tiger herons, motmots, howler monkeys, ospreys, iguanas and other lizards. Led by a certified river guide.

Canyon tour at Guachipelin
Appreciate the wonders of nature from the heart of a 600,000 year old canyon and from the top of ancestral trees. You will canopy and rappel, engage in natural and via ferrata wall-climbing and swing through the Blanco River Canyon like Tarzan through the jungle. A unique experience with state-of-the-art safety equipment. After a traditional Costa Rican lunch you will go on horseback to the lookout point for amazing views of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano and La Chorrera Waterfall where you can go for a refreshing dip in the cool waters.

Sky walk in the rainforest
During this walk of approximately two and a half hours through the rainforest, you will discover the magic of this wonderful place, home of one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. You will cross over suspension bridges, giving you a close, personal view of ancestral trees.

Horseback riding at El Aromal
Hacienda Aromal is part of a biological link which neighbours the Horizontes Biological Station and the Santa Rosa National Park areas, rich in flora and fauna. You will observe a wide variety of wildlife in its natural habitat as you ride through Aromal, as well as experience breathtaking views. The tour begins at the sabaneros cattle herding station where visitors will wear the typical hats and kerchiefs of the Pampas of the past.

The natural hot springs at Borinquen
These beautiful hot springs are set in the midst of an evergreen forest on the side of the Rincon de la Vieja volcano. Cover yourself with silky soft volcanic mud, rich in minerals and deeply cleansing - and relax.

Discover Nicaragua
Explore the colonial charm of Granada, and experience Central American culture. You will visit the San Francisco Convent, which holds a large collection of stone sculptures dating back to pre-Hispanic times. Explore the active Masaya volcano, where you can stand right at the edge of the immense crater. Before driving back to Costa Rica, you will stop at the picturesque Indian Market at Masaya, where you can shop for unique arts and crafts, souvenirs and leather goods.

Goombay Catamaran
Explore the shoreline on a luxury 14-metre (47-foot) catamaran. Board the boat right from our beach and embark on an adventure around the Gulf of Papagayo. This is a great chance to see ocean wildlife and take in the fresh air.

Guaitil pottery and Diria coffee plantation
Experience the rural community of Guaitil, where the Chorotega Indians' tradition of pottery-making is preserved. Shop for a piece of your own pottery before travelling on to the Diria coffee plantation at Matambu.

** Source: Four Seasons

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