The Best New Hotels in Costa Rica Have Organic Gardens, Beachfront Pools, and National Park Views

"At the Center of Investigation for Natural & Social Resources (CIRENAS) I learned about its sea-turtle conservation program: staff enclose rescued nests in driftwood-and-mesh pens, patrol nightly to protect eggs from poachers and predators, organize turtle releases for visitors, and work with local schools to build support—after an arson attack destroyed the hatchery, rebuilding and awareness became urgent priorities, efforts that properties like Nantipa help to fund." - Gina DeCaprio Vercesi Gina DeCaprio Vercesi Gina DeCaprio Vercesi is a New York-based writer with a passion for adventure, history, and conservation. Her words and images have appeared in publications including Travel + Leisure, National Geographic Traveler, AARP The Magazine, Delta Sky, Hemispheres, and The Boston Globe. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines