I long wondered why everyone raved about the small Latin American country—then my first visit turned into a new lease on life ...

Costa Rica packs an incredible array of things to see and do into a small area. Nestled between Nicaragua and Panama it has long Pacific and Atlantic ocean-facing coasts, volcanos, and rainforests ...

Few countries offer lush forests and stunning beaches like Costa Rica, but adventurous travelers will especially want to take a dip beneath this epic waterfall.

Whether dramatic and powerful to cascading and tranquil there is something so awe-inspiring about it all. How nature has created such breathtaking formations amongst the lush flora of its rainforests ...

Catarata del Toro is ranked #17 out of 24 things to do in Costa Rica. See pictures and our review of Catarata del Toro.

The La Fortuna Waterfall, a breathtaking 230 ft (70 m) cascade that drops into a misty pool, is just 3 miles (5 km) south of La Fortuna and makes for an easy day trip.

The 70m (230-foot) La Fortuna Waterfall is one of the top attractions in Arenal and well worth a visit. Just don't make the lifeguard blow his whistle.