Some beaches shine for surfing and swimming, while others are remarkable habitats filled with natural wonder. Playa Ostional, 20 minutes northwest of Nosara on the Nicoya Peninsula, is the latter.

These are the best beaches for surfing in Costa Rica, divided into two categories: Beginners and Experts. The beaches recommended for beginners offer gentle waves and a more accessible atmosphere ...

Matteo Colombo/Getty Coming in at just under 20,000 square miles (that’s 20-percent smaller than West Virginia) Costa Rica packs an incredible array of things to see and do into a small area ...

The Caribbean has beaches with powerful marine currents that generate perfect waves for surf lovers, professionals, and beginners, who reach these paradises of crystal clear waters and radiant sun all ...

Carlos Muñoz, no stranger to Costa Rica’s punchy beachbreaks. Photo: Fabián Sánchez/Surfing Nation Magazine PREMIUM BENEFIT: Only the Essentials — Costa Rica Travel Guide Witches Rock ...

Nearby Playa Ventanas gets its name from its five caves which resemble windows. During the low tide, you can actually walk through them, and at high tide see the waves breaking inside. The town of ...

I've never even touched a board, but surfing has been on my list of Things to Try Before I Die for a long time (I really, really love the water) so even if I wipe out before I even see a wave, I'm ...