Costa Rica's weather is enjoyable year round. The average temperature range in San Jose goes from 57º-75ºF in December, and 63º - 81ºF in May. The Caribbean coast averages 70°F at night and over 86°F during the day. The Pacific coast is hotter than the Caribbean, but is less humid. The combination of leisure and adventure activities (such as playing golf, fishing, surfing, rafting, etc) makes this country an ideal place to stay.

After Costa Rica decided to eliminate its army in 1949, resources that were used for military purposes were redirected towards education and health care. This has allowed the country to achieve the best levels of health care in Latin America, comparable only to those of developed countries. Besides the public health system, the country has a strong private health network that counts on many hospitals and clinics with great prestige and reputation.

According to the World Bank, Costa Rica has the highest life expectancy at birth within Latin America. With 78.7 years of life expectancy at birth, Costa Rica’s rate equals that of Canada and beats the US’s life expectancy by one year. 95% of Costa Rica’s population has adequate potable water access (at least 20 liters/person/day). In addition, 93% of all Costa Rican have access to improved sanitary facilities.