Monteverde, Costa Rica, tackles gentrification driven by ecotourism. Learn about local efforts to support entrepreneurs, ...

Costa Rica is among the world’s most famous nature-based destinations. But pressure on local people, economies and ecology are raising questions about the limits of ecotourism.

Costa Rica has enlightened wildlife protection laws guided by the motto "when in doubt, favor nature." But the sheer number of tourists seeking wildlife encounters can stress or harm the animals ...

Costa Rica is filled with natural beauty and adventure. There are volcanoes, rainforests, waterfalls, beaches, and a great diversity of wildlife. There is a lot to see and do, even as it is a ...

These forests provide unforgettable wildlife experiences, featuring big cats, rare birds, and ancient trees for adventure.

With pristine national parks, glorious coastline and rich indigenous culture and history, what’s not to love about Central ...

it really affects every one of us,” West said. Not only do the dead trees cause forests to be less visually attractive, but they also create more fuel for more damaging wildfires. “What it ...

Hunting down family-friendly locations can be challenging, especially when you’re planning to leave the country. You hav ...

Climate-induced warming is fueling the proliferation of insects keen on invading Colorado’s forests and leaving the trees they devour for dead, a new report has found. After a wet and cool 2023 ...

Unfortunately, this mega biodiversity appears purely academic as we walk through: there doesn’t seem to be a single bird or beast in the forest. Plinio has an explanation: “Three days ago ...

Putting forth the statistics in support of claims, he stated that over 12.12 lakh trees were cut down between 2016 and 2019, and nearly 11,422 hectares of forest land were diverted for vanity projects ...

I’m here to learn what they’re missing. Plinio Montenegro, a local guide from the nearby town of Boquete, has taken us into the mountains to hike through cloud forest – so rare it covers less than one ...