In response to the failed promise of “sustainable tourism,” can a new model leave places better with the help of tourists?

Costa Rica is filled with natural beauty and adventure. There are volcanoes, rainforests, waterfalls, beaches, and a great diversity of wildlife. There is a lot to see and do, even as it is a ...

Monteverde, Costa Rica, tackles gentrification driven by ecotourism. Learn about local efforts to support entrepreneurs, ...

Costa Rica is among the world’s most famous nature-based destinations. But pressure on local people, economies and ecology are raising questions about the limits of ecotourism.

A Wheel of Fortune contestant, who is a new military mom, dominated the game and won $73,000, including a trip to Costa Rica. Her win came before she challenged host Ryan Seacrest to a plank-off.

It is also the best time for bird watching - especially in the cloud forests such as Monteverde. Costa Rica’s rainy season, or “winter,” is from mid-May to the end of November. Visitor numbers and ...

Author of the 2006 regional best-selling novel "Time in a Garden," Mary Agria has won six consecutive awards from Michigan ...

This stunning "Jurassic Canyon" in Costa Rica is a hidden gem boasting sweeping cliffs, lush landscapes, and dazzling ...

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Whether it’s the dense rainforests, coastal ecosystems, or mystical cloud forests, Costa Rica provides an unparalleled sanctuary for a diverse array of wildlife. In this article, we will explore the ...

Conservationists are rethinking strategies to build climate resilience in nature as rising temperatures threaten species and ...

If you think you've seen all the planet has to offer, think again. Of the many national parks across the globe, these offer ...