From the smouldering peaks of its volcanic ranges to the pura vida vibe of its Caribbean coast, every corner of Costa Rica promises breathtaking scenery and glorious, riotous wildlife. Whether ...

Renting a car and driving in Costa Rica is one of the best ways to see the different regions of the country. From the beaches in Guanacaste to the Monteverde cloud forest, Manuel Antonio National Park ...

Route 34, better known as the Costanera, is a two-lane highway on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast. Not fully completed until surprisingly recently, the Costanera now allows for a relatively painless road ...

How dupe destinations, off-season timing and ground travel save money in the popular and increasingly expensive Central ...

Guidebooks and websites provide a lot of information helpful in planning a trip to Costa Rica. But they can't totally prepare you for what you encounter. Here are some tips. TRANSPORTATION The mode of ...

Jen Murphy, a regular Outside contributor and its online travel-advice columnist, splits her time between Maui, Hawaii, and Boulder, Colorado. New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden gems, ...

While most visitors to Costa Rica immediately head for the popular “Gringo Train” locations like La Fortuna, Manuel Antonio and Nosara, there are so many incredible places to visit in between! When ...

For Astrid Vinje and Clint Bush, a vacation to Costa Rica was as much a chance for redemption as it was a family getaway. The couple, who wed in 2009, spent their honeymoon in the Pacific beachside ...