Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica's best-known stratovolcano, stands more than 5,000 feet high and appears to touch the clouds. For the latter half of the 20th century, admirers traveled to its base in ...

If you're dreaming of sun-soaked beaches, lush rainforests, and adventure-packed days, Costa Rica should be your next travel ...

Costa Rica is a destination that truly embodies the essence of "pura vida," a phrase that not only reflects the warmth of its ...

Arenal Volcano National Park is another fantastic ... families can relax in the natural hot springs around Arenal. Hiking in Costa Rica's national parks is one the best ways to experience the ...

After a trek to Arenal Volcano, head about 6 miles west for a ... dine in one of two restaurants serving Costa Rican flavors along with international favorites. Luxury lodging is available on ...

many of which are perfect for coming face-to-face with the creatures that call Costa Rica home. Birdwatching is a particularly popular activity in the foothills of the Arenal Volcano, with bat ...

Opened in 2002 by a Costa Rican family, Arenal Kioro is one of the few resorts located on the volcano-side of the highway, which places it actually on the mountain's flanks. The resort is located ...

Nuevo Arenal, in the highlands of northern Costa Rica, has a strong German influence ... day trips to nearby destinations such as the Poás Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens.

Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse countries ... where you will take a gentle trek around the Arenal volcano (which last erupted in 1968) and the extinct volcano Cerro Chato.

Costa Rica is a draw for ecotourists and adventure travelers. Visitors are also attracted to its "ring of fire," with the Arenal Volcano being among the 10 most active volcanoes in the world ...