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Travel to Costa Rica: Experience the Happiest Nation in the World

Travel to Costa Rica: Experience the Happiest Nation in the
World

By Richard James

Travel to Costa Rica to discover why our country was rated number 1 in the world on the Happy Planet Index according to the New Economics Foundation. As the greenest country in the world, the “Rich Coast”, the literal translation of Costa Rica, is complete with the largest protected areas of tropical green vegetation and wildlife from virtually every view.

The tourist can view the lush landscape of Costa Rica from high above the tree tops, as though a monkey in the wild. Travel to Costa Rica and learn to surf the waves of the Pacific Ocean. Hike and witness the beauty of the many waterfalls that can be found on nearly every trail. Experience the white sand beaches of the region, while taking a yoga class on the beach. Go scuba diving or snorkeling. See the wildlife of the region in its natural habitat. Learn Poi, the art of fire dancing. Enjoy the nightlife at beach parties, bars, and night clubs. The tourist can even engage in a round of golf. Indeed, the vacation will be memorable whether filled with adventure, learning or relaxation.

The waterfalls in Costa Rica are particularly notable. Guests and locals alike find themselves drawn to the beauty. Many will engage in cliff diving, swinging from the ropes, and bathing in the pools below. One may also find him or herself visiting our neighbors of Montezuma to view the El Chorro waterfall that plunges directly into the sea. Surprisingly, many of these great wonders are accessible and only require a short hike to reach the destination.

Traveling in a rainforest, one can expect to encounter frequent, short occasional showers; however, the amount varies based upon the proximity to the coastline, winds and altitude. Costa Rica is only 10 miles from the equator; therefore, warmer temperatures should be expected. However, high in the mountain tops one can occasionally encounter frost as well. Travel to Costa Rica to experience and learn about over 1500 distinct species of trees, 6000 types of flowering plants, and 1000 species of orchids. Whether you’re a botanist or simply possess a love of orchids, an individual could make a day of hunting for these beautiful flowers.

Costa Rica was one of the first countries of the Americas to abolish its army in 1949. They instead spend money on their police, educational system, improving drinking water, and a nationalized heath care program that is extended to every citizen of the nation. Because of the reallocation of the funds, the residents of the area now have a 93 per cent literacy rate. Since the country places such a strong emphasis on education, one can now engage in an educational vacation and travel to Costa Rica to enroll in one of their many programs and learn Spanish.