{"id":3062,"date":"2026-10-20T10:04:37","date_gmt":"2026-10-20T16:04:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertiesincostarica.com\/blog\/?p=3062"},"modified":"2026-10-20T10:04:38","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T16:04:38","slug":"costa-rica-wins-national-geographic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertiesincostarica.com\/blog\/costa-rica-wins-national-geographic\/","title":{"rendered":"Costa Rica Takes Home Two Top Honors in the 2026 National Geographic Traveller Reader Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Travelers have spoken once again, and Costa Rica is at the top of their list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the 2026 National Geographic Traveller (UK) Reader Awards, readers voted Costa Rica the winner in two categories: <strong>Adventure Destination<\/strong> and <strong>Responsible Travel Destination<\/strong>. The country also placed second for <strong>Wildlife Destination<\/strong>. Nearly 4,000 readers took part in the vote, which makes this a recognition earned from real travelers rather than a panel of judges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Costa Rica Keeps Winning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Few places pack so much variety into such a small territory. In a single week you can surf the Pacific in the morning, raft a jungle river after lunch and fall asleep to the sound of howler monkeys. Volcanoes, cloud forests, Caribbean beaches and quiet mountain valleys are often just a short drive apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What sets Costa Rica apart is that this adventure comes with a strong commitment to protecting nature. Decades of conservation, national parks and a culture that values the land have made the country a model for travel that gives back rather than takes away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What This Means If You Are Thinking of Living Here<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Awards like this confirm what our clients tell us every day. People don&#8217;t only visit Costa Rica for the adventure. Many decide to stay. Buyers are increasingly looking for homes that let them live this lifestyle every day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.propertiesincostarica.com\/off-the-grid.html&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1792562118596000&amp;sa=E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Off grid and self sufficient homes<\/a><\/strong> with solar power and their own water sources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.propertiesincostarica.com\/homes\/mountain_homes.html&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1792562118596000&amp;sa=E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mountain homes<\/a><\/strong> surrounded by forest and wildlife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.propertiesincostarica.com\/ocean_view_properties.htm&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1792562118596000&amp;sa=E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ocean view properties<\/a><\/strong> close to surf towns and national parks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.propertiesincostarica.com\/sustainable-living.html&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1792562118596000&amp;sa=E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sustainable living communities<\/a><\/strong> designed in harmony with nature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>International recognition also tends to bring more visitors, which supports demand for vacation rentals in the most popular regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find Your Place in the World&#8217;s Favorite Adventure Destination<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Properties in Costa Rica, we have helped international buyers find their home here for many years. Whether you dream of a beach house, a mountain retreat or an investment property, our team can guide you every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.propertiesincostarica.com\/contact.html&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1792562118596000&amp;sa=E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact us today<\/a><\/strong> and let&#8217;s start your Costa Rica story.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Travelers have spoken once again, and Costa Rica is at the top of their list. In the 2026 National Geographic Traveller (UK) Reader Awards, readers voted Costa Rica the winner in two categories: Adventure Destination and Responsible Travel Destination. The country also placed second for Wildlife Destination. 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