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Editor's Note: Those who choose to travel are strongly encouraged to check local government restrictions, rules, and safety measures related to COVID-19 and take personal comfort levels and health conditions into consideration before departure.
Over the last few years, the small Central American nation of Costa Rica has earned a reputation for its easy going,
pura vida sensibility. It's a place with something for everyone — though the destination is especially popular with adventurous travelers and nature lovers, who flock here to surf, sun on the beach, snack on seafood, and hike in the rainforest.