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Costa Rica: an oasis of tranquility

Costa Rica is a narrow strip of land between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Unlike its neighboring Central American countries, Panama and Nicaragua, Costa Rica has always been an oasis of tranquility. This country is a stable democracy and is one of the few countries in the world without an army. The economic situation here is not bad either: Costa Rica is relatively prosperous and has a higher standard of living than other Central American countries.

    Makes a nice combination with Florida

    It’s easy to combine a trip to Florida with a trip to Costa Rica since Martinair flights from Amsterdam stop in Miami before going on to Costa Rica. This means you could stay in Florida on your way to or from Costa Rica.

    A great destination for eco-tourists

    Costa Rica has twelve (!) different climate zones with a rich biodiversity - a natural treasure that the country closely guards. Both Pacific and Caribbean coasts are lined with tropical beaches. Costa Rica also has active volcanoes, rushing rivers, majestic rainforests, ethereal cloud forests and lushly forested hills. Its scenic wonders are absolutely breathtaking, particularly since flowering plants are in bloom year round along its extensive coastal areas. And no less than a third of the country consists of protected national parks and nature preserves.

    Good to know

    Language English on the east coast
    Currency Colón, US dollars and credit cards are accepted almost everywhere
    Flight time 9.5 hours on average from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    Time difference from Western Europe 7 hours earlier (winter) or 8 hours earlier (summer)
    Best time to travel December through April (during the dry period)
    Electricity 110 volts (adapter necessary)

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