{"id":458,"date":"2026-01-27T13:14:21","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T13:14:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/?p=6861"},"modified":"2026-01-27T13:14:21","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T13:14:21","slug":"why-costa-rica-for-educational-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/usa\/why-costa-rica-for-educational-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Costa Rica Is One of the Best Destinations for Educational Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"c-content-block content-block content-section \"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container user-content container--small\">\n        <h2 class=\"header-6 u-small-title u-text-golden-poppy title title--with-logo\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Written By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/usa\/camps-crew\/hattie-stiff\/\">Hattie<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Costa Rica is more than a beautiful\u00a0destination,\u00a0it is a living classroom. Known for its biodiversity, conservation leadership, and welcoming communities, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/usa\/school-expeditions\/?filter-region=latin-america&amp;filter-type=all#school-expeditions\">Costa Rica<\/a> offers students the opportunity to learn far beyond textbooks while developing confidence, independence, and global awareness.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For teachers seeking a destination that blends curriculum-relevant learning with meaningful impact and adventure, Costa Rica consistently stands out.\u00a0Students\u00a0are able to\u00a0learn outside the classroom and bring to life\u00a0curriculum based\u00a0work.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"c-image-gallery image-gallery content-section\"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container container--medium\">\n        <div class=\"image-gallery__grid\">\n                            <div class=\"image will-animate fadeInUp\"\n                     data-behaviour=\"animate-when-visible\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Two teenagers and a young girl sitting on mosaic steps\"\n     class=\"attachment-rectangle-4-by-3-small size-rectangle-4-by-3-small\"\n     src=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-2-400x300.png\"\n                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-2-100x100.png 360w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-2-200x150.png 768w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-2-400x300.png 1440w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-2.png 2000w\"\n        \/>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"image will-animate fadeInUp\"\n                     data-behaviour=\"animate-when-visible\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"5 girls with gloves and sunhats in the jungle\"\n     class=\"attachment-rectangle-4-by-3-small size-rectangle-4-by-3-small\"\n     src=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-5-400x300.png\"\n                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-5-100x100.png 360w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-5-200x150.png 768w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-5-400x300.png 1440w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-5.png 2000w\"\n        \/>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"c-content-block content-block content-section \"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container user-content container--small\">\n        <h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW247671817 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW247671817 BCX8\">Costa Rica as a Classroom<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW247671817 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Costa Rica is a global leader in sustainability and environmental protection, making it an ideal setting for real-world learning. Students\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0just study conservation,\u00a0they experience it firsthand.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Through Camps International expeditions, students engage with:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/issuu.com\/campsint\/docs\/camps_international_project_report_issue_4\/50\">Conservation projects<\/a> alongside local rangers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Community-led initiatives that support sustainable development<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cultural exchanges that deepen global understanding<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For educators, this means clear links to geography, biology, environmental science, citizenship, and personal development outcomes.\u00a0Students work closely with the local communities and learn firsthand about priorities, difficulties and global issues effecting each region.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"c-image-gallery image-gallery content-section\"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container container--medium\">\n        <div class=\"image-gallery__grid\">\n                            <div class=\"image will-animate fadeInUp\"\n                     data-behaviour=\"animate-when-visible\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Group of students doing woodwork under a canopy\"\n     class=\"attachment-rectangle-4-by-3-small size-rectangle-4-by-3-small\"\n     src=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-10-400x300.png\"\n                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-10-100x100.png 360w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-10-200x150.png 768w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-10-400x300.png 1440w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-10.png 2000w\"\n        \/>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"image will-animate fadeInUp\"\n                     data-behaviour=\"animate-when-visible\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Two girls smiling and planting a tree together\"\n     class=\"attachment-rectangle-4-by-3-small size-rectangle-4-by-3-small\"\n     src=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-7-400x300.png\"\n                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-7-100x100.png 360w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-7-200x150.png 768w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-7-400x300.png 1440w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-7.png 2000w\"\n        \/>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"c-content-block content-block content-section \"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container user-content container--small\">\n        <h3><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adventure That Builds Confidence and Resilience<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Costa Rica offers the perfect balance of challenge and accessibility. Adventure activities are exciting without being extreme, allowing students to push their boundaries in a supportive environment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Depending on the expedition, students may:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Navigate rivers and wetlands by boat<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Explore rainforests and remote conservation areas<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Earn a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/usa\/expedition\/costa-rica-scuba-expedition-3-weeks\/\">PADI Open Water Scuba Diving<\/a> certification while supporting marine conservation<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These experiences consistently support growth in resilience, teamwork, leadership, and independence &#8211; outcomes teachers repeatedly value.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"c-quote quote content-section\"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container container--small\">\n        <blockquote class=\"blockquote\">\n            <p>The evidence base for the benefits of expeditions shows, without question, that these trips increase self-esteem, confidence, team skills, leadership and communication skills, accountability, resilience, maturity and well-being. My Ph. D research into the impact of expeditions gave further evidence of just how impactful these trips are over and above other experiences. <\/p>\n\n                            <h6 class=\"u-small-title u-text-golden-poppy title\">\n                    Dr Samantha McElligott\n                <\/h6>\n                    <\/blockquote>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"c-content-block content-block content-section \"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container user-content container--small\">\n        <h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW85586745 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85586745 BCX8\">Cultural Connection and Global Citizenship<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW85586745 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Costa Rica\u2019s\u00a0strong sense\u00a0of community and cultural pride creates meaningful opportunities for connection. Students learn directly from local people through shared activities, traditions, and daily life experiences.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This cultural immersion encourages:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Empathy and respect for\u00a0different ways\u00a0of life<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved communication and collaboration skills<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A deeper understanding of global responsibility<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For educators, this aligns strongly with citizenship education and whole-student development goals.\u00a0Students become more\u00a0self-aware and confident, with\u00a0post-expedition\u00a0surveys from 2024 showing that 95% of students reported\u00a0growth\u00a0in global awareness,\u00a0independence\u00a0and resilience.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"c-image-gallery image-gallery content-section\"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container container--medium\">\n        <div class=\"image-gallery__grid\">\n                            <div class=\"image will-animate fadeInUp\"\n                     data-behaviour=\"animate-when-visible\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"students walking along a road carrying conservation equipment\"\n     class=\"attachment-rectangle-4-by-3-small size-rectangle-4-by-3-small\"\n     src=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-3-400x300.png\"\n                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-3-100x100.png 360w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-3-200x150.png 768w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-3-400x300.png 1440w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-3.png 2000w\"\n        \/>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"image will-animate fadeInUp\"\n                     data-behaviour=\"animate-when-visible\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"students working on a wooden structure in Costa Rica\"\n     class=\"attachment-rectangle-4-by-3-small size-rectangle-4-by-3-small\"\n     src=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-9-400x300.png\"\n                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-9-100x100.png 360w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-9-200x150.png 768w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-9-400x300.png 1440w,\n                    https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-9.png 2000w\"\n        \/>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"c-content-block content-block content-section \"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container user-content container--small\">\n        <h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW184362953 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184362953 BCX8\">Why Costa Rica Works So Well for School Groups<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW184362953 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">From a practical teaching perspective, Costa Rica offers several advantages:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strong infrastructure and healthcare systems<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A long-standing reputation for safety and sustainability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Warm, welcoming communities experienced in hosting educational groups<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These factors make Costa Rica an excellent\u00a0option\u00a0for schools exploring overseas expeditions for the first time, as well as those looking to deepen their international programs.\u00a0We also\u00a0work against robust safety guidelines,\u00a0with\u00a0globally connected operations teams\u00a0permanently based in each destination and 24\/7 emergency\u00a0call lines.\u00a0This ensures schools receive round-the-clock support throughout the entire expedition journey, from planning and preparation to safe return home.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"c-content-block content-block content-section \"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container user-content container--small\">\n        <p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Why Costa Rica, Why Now?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW58395170 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW58395170 BCX8\">Costa Rica continues to set the standard for experiential education that is ethical, engaging, and impactful. For students, it is a place to grow, contribute, and discover their potential. For teachers, it is a destination that delivers meaningful learning outcomes while inspiring young people to become confident global citizens.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW58395170 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"c-image-gallery image-gallery content-section\"\n        >\n    <div class=\"container container--medium\">\n        <div class=\"image-gallery__grid\">\n                            <div class=\"image will-animate fadeInUp\"\n                     data-behaviour=\"animate-when-visible\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Students walking along a beach in Costa Rica\"\n     class=\"attachment-rectangle-4-by-3-small size-rectangle-4-by-3-small\"\n     src=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-6-400x300.png\"\n                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campsinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Costa-Rica-blog-6-100x100.png 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