Costa Rica’s slogan “pura vida” invites tourists to experience “a pure life,” but with murder rates on the rise in the nation’s capital, authorities say visitors are on the decline. CNN’s Djenane ...

While it may not be as famous for its beaches or rainforests ... You might also want to read: In general, San Jose (and Costa ...

San José, Costa Rica's vibrant capital, serves as a central base for exploration and features a large international airport. You'll likely want to stop here before heading off to the country's ...

Of course, Costa Rica is famous for its coffee beans (though much ... and agua dulce (warm melted sugarcane). If you visit San José, don't miss the Central Market, which opened in 1880, and ...

For decades, surfers and eco-tourists filled planes to Central America’s most popular travel destination, but food-focused travelers have found lots to love in Costa Rica’s waters and jungles ...

Costa Rica is a popular retirement destination for ... Atenas is more rural but within easy reach of San Jose and other larger towns, where you might go to receive medical care and other services.