Frequently Asked Questions about Traveling to Costa Rica

Scroll through this section for answers to some of the most frequent questions our travelers ask about Costa Rica. When you’re planning a trip to a beautiful destination like ours, you want as many details as you can get to make sure you squeeze the most out of your trip! If you have any further questions, or would rather speak personally with someone to know a little more about Costa Rica, we would love to receive your call or e-mail!

What is the economy like?

Dec 05, 2014
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Costa Rica’s economy is based mainly on tourism, which constitutes 68% of its income, while 32% comes from agriculture (bananas, coffee, pineapple and medical equipment). Most exports out of more than $8 billion U.S.D yearly in recent years come from microchips and medical...   [ Read More → ]

Is the government stable?

Dec 05, 2014
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Yes. When you read up on it a little, the first “fun fact” that’ll show up on your research is that Costa Rica has no army. It abolished its army in favor of education and healthcare in 1949! Now Costa Rica is widely considered as the most stable country in Latin America....   [ Read More → ]

What can I do to minimize my impact?

Dec 05, 2014
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There is a lot you can do to be a responsible traveler. Here are some basic ideas: -Purchase native trees through an organization to offset the carbon footprint made by your flight to Costa Rica. Depending on the species, it will take almost 20 years for a tree to grow to a...   [ Read More → ]

How much of Costa Rica’s energy comes from renewable sources?

Dec 05, 2014
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Currently, Costa Rica produces 94% of its energy with renewable resources. Approximately 78% is hydroelectric, 13% geothermal, 3% wind and biomass and only the remaining 6% is derived from hydrocarbons. Always committed to protecting its natural treasures, the Costa Rican...   [ Read More → ]

How can I tell if a Hotel is sustainable?

Dec 05, 2014
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Costa Rica has a pioneering system in Latin America that’s called the Certification for Sustainable Tourism. In this system, hotels and tour operators undergo an extensive evaluation that must be renewed every two years. Hotels and operators that pass the evaluation get graded on...   [ Read More → ]
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