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From beaches to jungles, these Costa Rica resorts immerse travelers in the country’s most picturesque natural settings.

In this Central American paradise, you can see tapirs and sloths, surf the Caribbean or Pacific, and dance to calypso music—all without joining the tourist masses.

With two distinctly different coasts and hundreds of beaches, this Central American country has a lot to offer for seaside adventures.

Its rainforests are legendary, but there’s more beyond the jungles of Costa Rica that belong at the top of your list.

These places don’t require a high budget for a very high quality of life.

Whether it’s a villa in Italy, a dude ranch in the U.S. West, or a luxury all-inclusive in the Caribbean, here are places where accommodations and experiences are ideal for large family groups with a wide range of ages.

Mark our words: 2025 will be the year of crowd-free travel. Here are our picks for the world’s 25 most exciting, lesser-visited destinations to plan a trip to right now.

The best way to embrace the country’s pura vida is by staying in one of these nature-surrounded rental properties.

AFAR’s picks for the 31 best new hotels in the world.

A solo trip to a Costa Rica surf camp helps a single mother crest one of the most difficult waves of her life.

Here are several places that should be on everyone’s must-visit list.

Warm water, year-round waves, and Costa Rica’s relaxed “pura vida” spirit have made this Central American country one of the most popular surf destinations in the world.

From Palm Springs to Palermo, these Airbnbs with pools are worth adding to your wish list for future trips.

Whether you’re looking for an ocean escape, a jungle retreat, or a beach town, you’ll find it here in our expertly curated list of the 15 best Mexico retreats of 2023.

Explore the pristine, wildlife-rich waters surrounding Baja and beyond.