Is Costa Rica a better vacation destination than the Yucatan in Mexico?

Question

Planning on a vacation in Mexico or central America this year. Never been to Costa Rica.

Answer 1

Both Places are great, But i think that Costa Rica is a much better option. you have nicer views, its eco-friendly, nice beaches and great hospitality..

Don´t get me wrong so does Yucatan but sometimes its better to go for the Place that you think you won´t go back to for a while!

Which  ever trip you choose, Have fun and Good Luck..

take care,

Mimosa from Barcelona!

Answer 2

definitely Costa Rica!!! you can do any kind of adventure travelling you can imagine. The capital is very modern, but once out of the capital it's amazing.  Monteverde rules!!!

Answer 3

yes, by far! If your the adventurous type, you'll LOVE costa rica. Firstly is a beautiful city, absolutely gorgeous! You can visit volcanos, got to beautiful waterfalls, explore rainforrests, warm beaches, natural hotsprings. That isnt even half the adventure, you can go ZIP LINING across a rainforrest, river raft and kayak across lakes. And if your a gotta get ________(fill in the name) a souvenir, this is the place for you. There wonderful gifts to give for reasonable prices. Definately visist the Capital, San Jose. Its a gordeous place, and you will have a wonderful time on your trip. If you love wildlife you'll find it all here. you should go on a wildlife at night tour. Have fun. BUT if you go bring bug repellant :-) Have fun there, dont forget PURA VIDA!!(costa rican saying)

Answer 4

Been to Both and enjoyed both countries immensely!

Especially Merida in the Yucatan!  Fantastic place!

But,despite how much I love the Yucatan with its Mexican/Maya Culture and ruins and fantastic foods I really prefer Costa Rica solely due to the fact that over 50% of the people there speak English which makes things much more convenient.

I have been going to Costa Rica every year for the last twelve years and will be going again next month and love it, but next year I plan on returning to Merida in the Yucatan!

VIVA LA PURA VIDA

Answer 5

Well, sincerely both places are beautiful destinations. But, it depends on what you want to do.

If you are interested in Mayan and Aztec ruins and beaches. You should go to the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico.

But, if you are interested in beaches, sunsets, rivers, waterfalls, orquids, nature walks... Costa Rica is the place to go.

In Costa Rica; I recommend going to the Monteverde Cloud Forest, Samara Beach, Arenal volcano, Barra Honda National Park...

In Mexico; I recommend the city of Campeche and Merida. Also, the ruins of Chichen-Itza, Uxmal and Palenque.

I hope I have been of some help to you.

I recommend you visit both. Because, they are both beautiful and too good to miss out on.