Costa Rica is unique not only for its number of beautiful wildlife species, but also for the fact that it has close to 28% of its land reserved as national parks and wildlife reserves, thus protecting the land from future development.Ecotourism in Costa Rica is one of the big draws. . and has been since the 1960’s when Costa Rica opened its first National Park. In addition to the government-protected National Parks, there are many privately-owned reserves that are run by environmental groups and not-for-profit organizations. It was this dedication to the national park system that created the opportunity for Costa Rica to become the natural sanctuary for wildlife that it is today. Prior to the 1960’s, the country was set on the same path as the rest of the Central American region, with wide-scale logging and deforestation taking place at an alarming rate! The government of Costa Rica even gave up its potential as becoming one of the riches gold-producing countries in the world to concentrate on becoming one of the MOST BIODIVERSE countries in the world. Consider that. .Since the 1960’s, Costa Rica has established a reputation as THE destination for ecotourism. As a nature lovers’ paradise, it’s natural that ecotourism is a strength of the travel industry in Costa Rica. Part of the draw is Costa Rica’s diverse landscape, topography and seasonality. From volcanoes to desert, to rainforest, the country has varied terrain as well as over 600 miles of coastline stretching along both the Pacific and Caribbean Oceans.
There is so much to do for the responsible traveler who visits Costa Rica and there is one of the best range of sustainable accommodations. . ecolodges, treehouses, yurts, huts, etc., perhaps anywhere in the world. This last year has taken a toll on all of us. At times, we have been cooped up in our homes, not too much outside activities. . our stress levels have hit all time highs. Depression and angst is definitely on the rise throughout the world.Planning a trip to Costa Rica may just be what the doctor ordered! It may be time to GET YOUR GOOGLE on and see what lies ahead for you and your family here in one of the happiest countries on the planet. Over 500,000 species of plants and animals are waiting to become an integral part of your life. Only a 2 hour, 45 minute DIRECT flight from Miami or Ft. Lauderdale, this country is very accessible to everyone. And with so many direct flights originating from many cities in the USA now, traveling is easier in 2021!The Ecotourism industry allows for us all to do our part by investing our time, money and effort in making certain that Mother Nature stays healthy and is allowed to give so much back to all of us. Costa Rica lies in the forefront of this industry. I urge you to explore one of the happiest countries on the planet. I am certain that you will find a reason to visit. I GUARANTEE that you will fall in love with what is waiting for you! Any time you book a trip to any EcoLodge or EcoResort here, you’re paying forward and you’ll supporting a worthy cause for all involved. And, most important, YOU ARE ABLE TO enjoy nature at its finest and get your mind, body and spirit in a good place once again! Pura Vida!
