A sovereign, fully democratic country, Panama is a top destination for adventurists, eco-tourists, history buffs, beach lovers, families, and romantics. Panama offers free emergency health care to anyone who enters the country through Tocumen International Airport. English is widely spoken and the U.S. dollar is the official currency. A passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the day of arrival is required for U.S. citizens traveling to Panama.

Panama City offers a cosmopolitan area, Manhattan-like skyline, world-class casinos, and houses the only rainforest in the world within city limits. Along the Pacific Coast, just outside of the city, begins a Hotel Zone with a string of beautiful white sand beaches and sapphire blue waters. Panama Escorted Tours allow visitors to explore San Jose and the surrounding areas, including the Caribbean Coast.

Discover the secrets of the Emerald Coast’s verdant jungles, rising cliffs, untouched beaches, and charming fishing villages. Nicaragua’s beauty is unparalleled, and is further enhanced by its robust history and warm hospitality.

Located in the center of the country, the capital city of San José offers a pleasant spring-like climate. An abundance of cloud forests, raging rivers, rainforests, and national parks lie within a few hours drive.

Consider a relaxing stay at the beach in the coastal town of Puntarenas coupled with a stay in San José.

Choose from a selection of all inclusive hotels including the newest member to the RIU family the RIU Guanacaste, or a smaller more intimate and authentic local property such as Villas Sol or Flamingo Beach Resort where customers get to feel the real atmosphere of Costa Rica. JW Marriott caters for those looking for high end luxury and the Hilton Papagayo has been a firm favorite of Apple Vacations customers over the years and offers excellent service and a very scenic setting. Finally those looking for the best surfing in the area should consider Barcelo Langosta Beach.

Travel Facts about Guanacaste – Costa Rica:

• From December thru May, it is sunny with dry tropical weather and an average temperature of 86°F.
• Before the Spanish arrived, ths territory was inhabited by Chorotega Indians form the town of Zapati, Nacaome, Paro, Cangel, Nicopasaya, Pocosí, Diriá, Papagayo, Namiapí and Orosi.
• The province has an economic and cultural heritage based on beef cattle ranching. Most of the area is covered by small patches of forest, scattered trees and large pastures of coarse grasses where Brahma cattle and related breeds graze.
• Historically, the main source of income of Guanacaste was cattle ranching.
• From May to October, the climate is similar to that of San José, consisting of showers daily and moderate temperatures.
• Guanacaste is, considerably warmer than provinces residing in higher elevations.

The only country in South America with coasts on two oceans, Colombia is a country of magical landscapes with more than 440,000 square miles of extreme biodiversity and geographic variety. Opportunities for adventure abound with mountains, glaciers, beaches, plains, rainforests, islands, deserts, natural parks, valleys, savannas, deserts, lakes, and rivers.

The government has made dramatic changes to its socio-economic landscape and as a result, tourism has thrived in the past decade. The friendly and welcoming Colombian people have a passion for sharing the delights of their country.