Travel Porn Ultimate Pura Vida: 18 Reasons Why Travelling to Costa Rica Ruins You for life By Natalie Siagian Published on Dec 16, 2015 Share SHARE THIS PAGE close It feels good to share good sh*t Whatsapp Email Text Messenger Facebook Twitter Copy Copied to clipboard! We're crushing on Costa Rica... And it's not hard to see why it ruins you for life. Costa Rica is considered to be one of the happiest countries in the world. I mean...just look at that sloth! Read my lips: Costa Rica is one of the happiest countries in the world. #SaveTheAmericans A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Oct 20, 2015 at 11:10am PDT And how often are Volcanoes right in your backyard? Who knew looking at an active volcano could be so relaxing? (Photo by: @hubrs) A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Feb 7, 2015 at 2:19pm PST And how often do you get a view like this where you're staying? Just another tough day at the Costa Rican office… ???| #contikimeetup15 #puravida A post shared by A Blissful Wanderer (@amberstorie) on Aug 30, 2015 at 5:52am PDT It's normal to wake up to the delicious smell of coffee and jungle in Costa Rica. Waking up in Costa Rica to local coffee and the sounds of the jungle. ☕️?? |#puravida A post shared by A Blissful Wanderer (@amberstorie) on Aug 28, 2015 at 1:24pm PDT Walking across canopy bridges connecting one rainforest to another is an experience itself. Let our canopy bridges connect you to your next adventure. #CostaRica A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Sep 2, 2014 at 12:58pm PDT So is practicing your yogi moves under the La Fortuna waterfall. Busting out my inner yogi #contikicostarica A post shared by jenna collins (@jennadawncollins) on Apr 23, 2014 at 6:07pm PDT And canopy zip-lining through the rainforest is also a must do. There's nothing like a high-flying adventure! Like this if you love ziplining #CostaRica. A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Dec 20, 2013 at 9:07am PST Over 26% of land and national parks are protected, making it one of the world's most eco-friendly countries So this was taken from a drone. Thanks, @flye_drones for this one of a kind shot Also, how are we feeling about more frequent posting? A post shared by Katie McLean (@katieincostarica) on Nov 17, 2015 at 9:15pm PST The weather in Costa Rica is pretty much perfect 365 days of the year Did you know? #CostaRica #TravelTuesday A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on May 6, 2014 at 1:58pm PDT Which means... you can surf all year round! Perfect break in winter? You don't need snow to go boarding this winter. #CostaRica A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Dec 15, 2013 at 1:01pm PST With plenty of beautiful and relaxing beaches along the coastline.. the problem is which one to choose from. The coastlines of #CostaRica are the best place for a summer nap. A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Jun 2, 2014 at 10:32am PDT And they have delicious, exotic and tasty fruits that look kinda weird Mamón Chino, also known as Rambután, is an exotic fruit found on tropical trees, and a popular snack here. #TicoTalk A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Nov 24, 2015 at 7:37am PST In Costa Rica - breakfast is a fresh mix of fruits and vegetables. Now this is what we call a breakfast of champions! A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Aug 14, 2015 at 6:28am PDT If you're searching for the world's most relaxing place to read a book - look no further... A good book is always made better by an amazing reading spot. #PuraVida A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Oct 30, 2014 at 7:35am PDT Because paddling out to catch waves looks like something out of a GoPro ad. Paddle out for the perfect wave in #CostaRica. Photo by @alejandro_cubaa. A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Nov 14, 2014 at 2:25pm PST WATCH: 12 CONTIKI STORYTELLERS VISIT COSTA RICA DURING EARTH MONTH TO UNDERSTAND HOW TO BETTER PROTECT OUR SEA TURTLES And as you look around, you see how much natural beauty exists in Costa Rica. Larger than life natural beauty awaits in #CostaRica. A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Jun 6, 2014 at 8:17am PDT Literally... heaven on earth. Heaven. On. Earth. #ContikiCostaRica #ManuelAntonio #mindblown #bestday A post shared by A Blissful Wanderer (@amberstorie) on Feb 10, 2014 at 5:36pm PST Costa Rica is almost too good to be true... Some moments in Poás almost seem too beautiful to be true. #CostaRica A post shared by Visit Costa Rica (@visit_costarica) on Mar 31, 2015 at 2:00pm PDT