Costa Rica, best tourist destination in 2011

The American company "Apple Vacations" granted to Costa Rica the award for best tourist destination in 2011. For 42 years, Apple Vacations has been involved with market tour operators.  The winner of the award, "Crystal Apple Award for Best Destination 2011", was announced during Apple Vacations' 24th Annual Trade Show in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois.  This selection was based on the results of surveys measuring hundreds of customers' satisfaction and likelihood to recommend Costa Rica as a destination to friends and family.  This award also recognizes the sustainability of Costa Rica that seeks a balance between environment and society, which distinguishes it from other destinations.

Costa Rica is truly a beautiful country to enjoy, either on vacations or to live permanently. Its beaches, its vegetation, everything is a spectacular setting that you cannot help but to enjoy. In this amazing country, there are many protected areas, wildlife refuges, marine parks, volcanoes, etc. that makes you not want to leave.

 

The Tropical Weather of Costa Rica

Around one quarter of the land in the tropical country of Costa Rica is protected land for parks and reserves and because of this there is incredible flora and fauna all around. It has the most biodiversity in the world, with over 10,000 plant species and 36,000 animals, reptiles and insects.

In addition to all of the amazing species present in beautiful Costa Rica, there are also 12 distinct ecosystems. This country really has a little something for everyone, from dry beaches to tropical wetlands to mangrove swamps!

Furthermore, this tropical country does not even have a winter! The sun shines here throughout the year with an average temperature of 70 to 80 degrees. What more could you ask for!