This Is the No. 1 Trending Destination for 2026-and It Has Rain Forest Hikes and Pristine Beaches

"Hugging Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast, Limón province is rich with natural wonders, from its white-sand beaches to its multiple wildlife refuges and volcanic landscapes. The region's invigorating multiculturalism also lures visitors with calypso music, island cuisine, and its history as a port of entry to the Caribbean."

"Only accessible by boat or plane, the park consists of canals, rain forests, and lagoons that are home to manatees, jaguars, and countless other wildlife species. It's also a crucial area for sea turtle nesting. Between June and October, visitors accompanied by licensed guides can take nighttime excursions to the 20 miles of protected coastline where young turtles start their lives."

Skyscanner measured year-over-year flight search growth from January–June 2025 versus the same months in 2024 and found Limón, Costa Rica, leading with a 286 percent increase. Limón province offers white-sand beaches, wildlife refuges, volcanic landscapes, and a vibrant multicultural scene featuring calypso music and island cuisine. Limón city blends Indigenous, Afro-Caribbean, and immigrant influences, with strong local food, live music, and an annual Carnaval de Limón in October. Remote Tortuguero National Park is reachable only by boat or plane and contains canals, rain forests, lagoons, manatees, jaguars, and crucial sea turtle nesting sites with guided nighttime excursions June–October.

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