Between Nicaragua and Panama, Costa Rica is famous for its pristine natural beauty and variety. It owes a diverse number of ecosystems and varies in landscape, climate and natural life. There are wonderful beaches along an unspoilt coastline; cool and pristine cloud forests on the high mountains, and below fantastic tropical rain forests are full of life.

Costa Rica is known for its progressive approach to conservation and is the most important eco-tourism destination in Central America. There are plenty of activities to suit all visitors including surfing, snorkelling and sunbathing, horse riding, hiking and wildlife-spotting, deep sea fishing or river cruises. Visitors can also have the pleasure of a simple soak in the hot springs.

The country's endearing Tico hospitality is also an attraction. Costa Ricans are said to be highly sociable with a special ability to pamper visitors. It is of easy access and it has an efficient infrastructure that make Costa Rica the jewel of Central America.

Costa Rican people are mainly Roman Catholic and their official language is Spanish. Costa Rica has a rainy season (May to November) and a warm season (December to May). The country's currency is the Costa Rican Colon.