From San José to the Pacific coast, Costa Rica offers LGBTQ travelers warmth, openness, and unforgettable experiences.

It’s a Blue Zone, a green destination, and a white beach wonderland. A visit to Nosara, Costa Rica, is a colorful adventure of sun, sand and simple living — or “pura vida,” as Costa Ricans call it.

WHY IT RATES: The new Marriott Vacation Club at Los Sueños is situated alongside Costa Rica's scenic Herradura Bay, sharing a wealth of amenities and activities with the Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & ...

Costa Rica has long been known for its beautiful rainforest landscape and the philosophy of Pura Vida: a way of life that embraces simplicity, happiness, and connection to nature. But in 2025, this ...

My journey began in San José, the cultural and social hub for the country’s LGBTQ+ community. The city’s vibrant nightlife scene includes popular bars and clubs such as Club El Teatro, which has ...

“¡Pura Vida!” Costa Rica greeted me when I set foot for the first time in the country many Americans love to visit. Not entirely sure what that meant, I replied simply, “Hola,” to my guide Alexis ...

"Pura Vida" is a phrase often used by the locals of Costa Rica. It translates simply to "pure life," but it means much more than that to the people of this destination. The phrase can mean hello, ...

As we exit winter 2024, it’s not too soon to begin planning a winter escape for 2025, for by the time February again arrives in Northern Nevada, we’re ready for some sunshine and warmth. On Feb. 4, ...

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott Vacation Club — a global industry leader in Vacation Ownership and brand of Marriott Vacations Worldwide (NYSE: VAC) — announced today that its ...