Why Costa Rica

Because paradise is irresistible! Costa Rica blends perfectly beauty, nature, diversity, adventure and savoir de vivre. No other destinations can provide all these factors in the right proportion like Costa Rica does it. This is due to its very unique geographic, historical and political characteristics.

Top ten reasons to visit Costa Rica

1. Beaches galore!
Hundreds of beaches- many of them still virgin - with warm waters year-round and some of the most beautiful beaches in the whole world. Keep in mind; nearly two thirds of Costa Rica’s borders are coastline. A lot of these beaches are served with an unparalleled tourism infrastructure to enrich even more your beach experience.

2. Volcanoes
Volcanoes, active or dormant, have always exerted a fascination in the minds of people. Now imagine more than 100 volcanoes in a territory the size of West Virginia. Add to this the natural wonder of Volcán Arenal and now you know we are talking about a very special place.

3. Tropical Forests
Cloud forests in the upper slopes of the mountains and rain forest in the foothills are like green jewels of Mother Nature. But think of these marvels of life’s complexity as cathedrals of nature. Not for nothing Charles Darwin wrote to his friend: “Here I first saw a tropical forest in all its sublime grandeur.

 4. Ecological National Parks
Costa Rica means business and takes conservation seriously -- over 25 percent of Costa Rica's land mass is protected in national parks and preserves, more than any other country on earth. With its numerous national parks and wildlife refuges and protected areas Costa Rica truly is a dreamed paradise for the Nature lover.

5. Golf Courses
Renown as a new world leader in eco-tourism, Costa Rica is also earning a reputation as a home for world-class golf with its excellent courses and great year-round weather.

6. Resorts
Five Star Resorts in the main incentives.

7. Tax deductions for U.S. organizations
Costa Rica enjoys a privileged status as a destination for meetings organized by U.S. companies. Under United States Internal Revenue Code section 274 (h) and IRS Revenue Ruling 94-56, Section 274 (h)(6), Costa Rica is considered within the “North American Area” for deductions of conventions, seminars.

8. Accessibility
With two international airports at San Jose and Liberia the country has an excellent accessibility by international airlines, cruise lines and charter operators from the U.S.A., South America and Europe. For inland short distance flights exist landing fields throughout of the country

9. Fishing
Costa Rica is in a privileged position when it comes to fishing. The country's Pacific ports and beach resorts provide access to some the best deep sea fishing in the world, while the canals and rivers of the northern Atlantic coast- Tortuguero and Barra del Colorado feature world-class snook and tarpon fishing.

10. Restaurants and Night Life
Combining the best food with world-class views and service, a mere quantity of Restaurants and nightclubs a complete dining experience. This internationally acclaimed and award winning restaurant features modern Australian cuisine with strong Italian influences.