There you can enjoy the diverse nature and the peaceful pace of life.
An increasing number of people over 50 years old are looking for travel experiences that offer not physical challenges and a packed program, but a slower pace of life, less stress, and proximity to nature.
Experts in the field of tourism and well‑being name the country that best meets this demand — Costa Rica, writes Mediafax. Lee Barnes, head of a travel agency in North America, states that the very way of life in Costa Rica makes people slow down without feeling that they are losing anything.
Tourists over 50 can be active every day, but at their own pace. They walk through the tropical forests, observe wild animals, and relax in the thermal springs.
Costa Rica is home to 6% of the world’s biodiversity across 12 different climate zones. Simon Jones, CEO of Trafalgar, recalls the local philosophy of “pura vida,” which encourages living without haste. He notes the thermal springs that soothe pain and the smooth, well‑maintained trails.
Food is another mainstay
Local communities focus on organic products and fresh seafood. In Costa Rica, tourists can discover local dishes, fresh produce, and culinary traditions passed down through families.
Among the impressions mentioned are the traditional preparation of tortillas and visits to plantations where hearts of palm are grown.
Activities are also present
For active people, experts recommend cruises through the Tortuguero National Park and birdwatching in Monteverde.
Ward Luty, the founder of another agency, praises the Camino de Costa Rica trail. The route, which is about 280 kilometers long, connects the Caribbean coast with the Pacific coast.
Arno Djetegar from another agency states that healthy aging means staying active, curious, and engaged. The resort on the Papagayo Peninsula recently opened a sports complex with tennis, padel, and pickleball courts.
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