Caribbean islands

Are you looking for a warm paradise island to escape to for a while?  With over 35 unique destinations, the Caribbean provides a wide variety of tropical isles for all kinds of vacationers.  Beach-goers will be delighted with the white sand beaches in most of the Caribbean; those in search of waves will want to head to beaches on the eastern side of those islands closest to the Atlantic, while snorkelers may prefer the calmer waters of beaches facing the Caribbean Sea.  There are many other ways to enjoy the warm waters off the shores of these beautiful islands, including surfing, sailing, scuba diving, windsurfing, and swimming with dolphins!

On land, the larger towns provide excellent shopping opportunities, lush rainforests are home to hundreds of plant and bird species, and golf courses and horse stables provide some other activities.  The islands also range in size and popularity; some attract cruise ships, shoppers, or families, while others are small and secluded — perfect for newlyweds on their honeymoons and for romantic annivarsary trips.  All in all, there are about 50 islands in the Caribbean, ranging from small coral outcrops to large nations. 

Caribbean Coast of the tourism

The Caribbean Sea is a tropical open sea in the Atlantic Ocean, in the eastern part of the isthmus. Due to its proximity to the Antillean arc, it is often called the Antilles Sea.

The first inhabitants of the Antilles islands were the taínos, a sedentary and polytheist tribe with good agriculturists, fishermen and potters. The tribe descended from migrating South American tribes.

In 1502, Christopher Columbus discovered Costa Rica’s Caribbean on his fourth voyage, specifically Playa Uvita.

Twenty two years later, Hernan Cortes mapped the entire Caribbean coast after visiting the country. The Limon province is Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, extending from Nicaragua to Panama and covering 200 km. The province is divided in the North and South districts. North Limon goes from the Tortuguero Canals to Nicaragua’s border. The South of Limon is the Talamanca coast.

The Tortuguero National park is located Limon, containing the greatest sample of humid tropical forest. Visitors may cross the river channels  have travel and tourism more big of the Costa Rican, observe the wide variety of flora and fauna, witness the egg-laying of the marine turtles and observe over 300 bird species..

Puerto Viejo travel and tourism

Costa Rica is a wonderful country to visit with many special places. There is no place more flavorful than the southern Caribbean area of Costa Rica.

 

Puerto Viejo is a laid back village that moves to a reggae beat. Beaches - never crowded, surfing, snorkeling, biking, wildlife, hiking, excellent restaurants, and friendly people can make this your favorite vacation spot. (Most people return once they have visited Puerto Viejo.)

Puerto Viejo is a fun, inexpensive place to spend a month, week or weekend. Rent a bicycle and see it all. You can also take a bus or hire a guide for great day trips.

HURRICANE FREE ZONE!
The Southern Caribbean coast of Costa Rica is a hurricane free zone! We sit (9 degrees north of the equator) below the northern reaches of Columbia and Venezuela , where hurricanes cannot go. You can come to this Caribbean destination during hurricane season, and enjoy a worry free holiday!! When Atlantic hurricanes spiral, the sun shines here.