This small Central American nation has carved out a special place for itself as a global leader in ecotourism. One quick ...

MONTEVERDE, COSTA RICA — Nestled in the lush green hills between the ecotourism hamlet of Monteverde and the local town of Santa Elena, Hotel Belmar blends into the cloud forest with its warm ...

Work alongside long-time conservationists as you observe sea turtles and hike through lowland and coastal rainforests investigating the ecogical and social factors that influence ecotourism in Costa ...

(Gabriella Chavez/WUFT News) Costa Rica’s breathtaking biodiversity and commitment to conservation have made it a global model for ecotourism. However, as tourism and development continue to ...

Ecotourism is an essential aspect of Costa Rica’s sustainability initiatives. In fact, according to the country’s tourism board, nearly two-thirds of the three million people that visit Costa ...

Get inspired by Costa Rica’s abundant treasures and learn how this forward-thinking nation gave rise to the ecotourism movement From the crystal blue waters of the Caribbean Sea to the dense ...

Europe, with its distinct seasonal changes and cold winters, often pushes travelers to seek **sunshine and warmth** when ...

In the Tilarán Mountains, Monteverde, Costa Rica is known for its biodiversity and ecotourism. However, rising rents and land prices are driving gentrification, forcing many local residents to commute ...

Costa Rica — long applauded for a robust ecotourism industry, environmental conservation and relative peace — has been wracked by violence in recent years, largely attributed to drug trafficking.