Some of the most popular beaches in Costa Rica are close to the small yet bustling town of Jaco. Two hours away from San Jose, and easily reached by car rental Costa Rica or comfortable, cheap, ubiquitous buses, Jaco is located on Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast in the northern part of Puntarenas province. This is a party town and, along with Tamarindo to its...

Finland ranks first globally. Costa Rica is on first place at the Latin American in the Prosperity Index 2009 Legatum Institute. Globally, the country is positioned in the post 32. The Prosperity Index assesses 104 nations around the world measuring 44 indicators different economic competitiveness and quality of life. Measures economic growth, education, health, happiness...