The Caribbean region
of Costa Rica stands out for its variety of aquatic ecosystems and its
beautiful white and black sand beaches,
providing an
ideal setting for activities such as sport fishing, snorkeling, and sun
bathing. The Pacific coast concentrates big tourist
centers and its
beaches are very popular for surfing, for example Esterillos, Jaco, Hermosa,
Boca Barranca. In the Golfito region,
near the
Marino Ballena National Park, surfing fans can find the famous "long
lefthander wave."
U.S.-COSTA RICAN RELATIONS
The United States and Costa Rica have a history of close and friendly relations
based on respect for democratic government, human freedoms
free trade, and other shared values. The
country consistently supports the U.S. in international fora, especially in the
areas of democracy and
human rights. Costa Rica co-sponsored the Resolution
on Cuba at the 60th session of the UN Commission on Human Rights. Law
enforcement
cooperation, particularly efforts to stem the
flow of illegal drugs to the U.S., has been exemplary.