Costa Rica: Known for its flora and fauna, from tropical rainforests to stunning beaches and diving and snorkeling opportunities, Costa Rica is also an exceptionally tourist-friendly spot in Central America. With shorelines on the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, and rainforest and mountains in-between, as well as several vibrant cities, Costa Rica offers a wide range of vacation destinations—you might find it hard to decide where to go. Billing itself as “the happiest country in the world,” Costa Rica is Spanish-speaking, but English is a widely spoken second language. Check out Visit Costa Rica for vacation ideas.
