Ziplining through tropical rain forests, rappelling down steep waterfall cliffs and whitewater rafting satisfy the rugged outdoor cravings of Costa Rica’s tourists. But after a day of wear and tear on ...

Courtesy of Olger (“Koky”) Aragón V. LA FORTUNA, Alajuela — At an estimated 7,000 years old, Arenal is a volcano in diapers, dating from around the time agriculture developed in ancient Egypt. By ...

LA FORTUNA, COSTA RICA: In this walking tour of La Fortuna Costa Rica we explore the downtown area as well as some hot ...

Planning a Costa Rica honeymoon? This 4-day itinerary blends rainforest adventures, all-inclusive luxury, and plenty of time ...

Opened in 2007, Arenal Springs is one of several resorts in the Arenal area that offer thermal pools set in landscaped gardens with stunning views of Arenal Volcano. Unlike other properties, the ...

I don't typically cry in front of people, but last fall, I sat on a damp tree stump in a Costa Rican rain forest and poured my heart out to a group of strangers during an emotional session. I couldn't ...

Get a soak in at one of these natural thermal resorts. Ashley Harrell is a Northern California-based journalist who writes about the sea, wildlife, travel, and more. As a Lonely Planet writer, she's ...

Go beyond the usual tourist hot spots and rub shoulders with the locals at these Costa Rica destinations. Kryssia Campos / Getty Images With more than 25 percent of its land comprised of national ...

Kokoro Arenal Volcano Hotel7km west from La Fortuna town 500m west de la Quebrada la Palma, La Fortuna, Costa Rica 21007.6 miles Arenal ManoaAlajuela Province Arenal, La Fortuna, Costa Rica 21007.3 ...

Courtesy of Olger (“Koky”) Aragón V. LA FORTUNA, Alajuela — At an estimated 7,000 years old, Arenal is a volcano in diapers, dating from around the time agriculture developed in ancient Egypt. By ...