Costa Rica makes a strong and favorable impression on almost every visitor. This Central American nation is small, but ranks much larger in the collective consciousness of the tallied population. Rainforests, beaches, and wildlife top the list of Costa Rica representations, and for good reason. Biodiversity in Costa Rica can lead to the country being perhaps the most diverse in the world. Costa Rica has been calculated to have sixty percent of the world’s species. Costa Rica has also sacrificed much of its territory to better preserve and protect their forests, coastlines, and habitats for the sake of the preservation of life itself.

 The interest in Costa Rica also comes from variety. On any trip, a traveler can experience the cloud forests, volcanoes, the Pacific, and the Caribbean. Each of Costa Rica's regions is in charge of their own promotion. Monteverde is a great addition, being misty and home to a plethora of plant and animal life. The coast and its regions promote sun, fishing, and recreation in the water. The creativity and geography of Costa Rica has also been imperative to express Costa Rica’s identity outside of the tourism and promotion of the country.

Costa Rica's historical and political landscape is also fascinating. After a civil war, JosŽ Figueres Ferrer erased the military presence in the country. Many political historians remember this moment as a beautiful sign of political will. Many countries in the region experienced challenges and conflicts, and as a result, many countries in the region were afflicted by instability, civil wars, and activist movements within their countries. Despite these, Costa Rica stands as a country that has built upon development, education, and the strengthening of the civil society. Today, this investment is yielding returns as the civil society moves Costa Rica to a more inspiring future.

 Costa Rica has been changing the world for the better, and still is. Costa Rica is the first tropical country to restore deforested countries, and many other nations are following in the footsteps of this then-endangered. The increased tree canopy in Costa Rica is the result of a dedicated policy to establish conservation with the understanding that protected natural resources would support the community. It is demonstrated in many areas, especially, throughout the vegan community in which Costa Rica takes much pride to support.

The essence of Costa Rica also lingers as important and beautiful. Many visitors hear “pura vida.” It could mean hello and goodbye. People also use it as everything’s good. It can also be used to thank people, be grateful and appreciate life. It seems like a catchphrase, but it’s deeper as you get the real essence of the way you present, experience, and promote the country. Not only do people love Costa Rica for being beautiful, but also for the inviting and grounded essence. Natural rich resources and tips of encouragement to embrace civility and the way you promote your culture all provide together a grounded essence and a sense of touch to a country, which far surpasses the actual size of the country.