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Costa Rica out of Top Ethical Destinations 2015 list

For the second year in row, Costa Rica has been left off the “World’s 10 Best Ethical Destinations” list posted by the Ethical Traveler Foundation.

Guess who tops US searches for ‘most popular vacation destinations’ on Bing…

Microsoft’s search engine Bing on Monday released its annual list of search trends for 2014, and Costa Rica tops the list for “most popular vacation destination among US holidaymakers.”

Costa Rica no longer ranks in the world’s top ‘green’ countries

Is Costa Rica really as green as it says it is? Not according to Yale's Environmental Performance Index (EPI).

Ecotourism conference highlights local sustainable businesses in Costa Rica

Organizers of the Planet, People and Peace Conference highlighted organic chocolatiers and an indigenous fair trade store as examples of environmentally-friendly and "sustainable" tourism.

Finca Esperanza Verde: A Model for Ecotourism

SAN RAMON – Whereas people were more likely to see Kalashnikov-toting guerrillas along these verdant mountaintops two decades ago, today visitors come to see...

Private Sector Helps Promotes Ecotourism

MANAGUA – Leaders of the tourism sector launched several initiatives last week aimed at strengthening the country’s position as an ecotourism destination. With the help...

Dúrika Foundation and Reserve: Experiencing Ecotourism at Its Greenest

Part of the appeal of living in Costa Rica for many foreigners is the chance to downsize and simplify. But you haven’t seen the...

Southern Gem: Aguila de Osa Takes Luxury Ecotourism to a New Level

and tender, with a slight tang that complemented the meat’s naturalflavor.I enjoyed a light apple pie for dessert, and red and white winewere available...

Travel Guide Highlights Rural, Community-based Ecotourism

DON’T let thetitle fool you;“The New Key toCosta Rica” isactually the country’soldest travelguide, founded in1976 by longtimeresident and eventualCosta Ricancitizen JeanWallace. Still,Beatrice Blake,Wallace’s daughter,who...
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Playa Blanca Stays Open for Now as Officials Map the Protected Wetland

Playa Blanca remains open despite a court order suspending access to its marine wetland. What SINAC and MINAE decide this week will set the rules.

Tropical Wave 47 Brings Afternoon Storms to Costa Rica This Weekend

Tropical Wave 47 brings afternoon storms across Costa Rica today, with heaviest rain in the north and central mountains. Plan outdoor time early.

Costa Rica Mayor Asks Who Allowed Building at Protected Playa Blanca

Garabito's mayor questions how roads and homes were built at Playa Blanca, protected as a marine wetland since 1994.

Remote Osa Eco-Lodge Playa Cativo Joins Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Playa Cativo Lodge, a secluded beachfront retreat on the Golfo Dulce in Costa Rica's Southern Zone, has been admitted into Small Luxury Hotels of...