Is stress taking over your life? Don't allow this to happen, take some time off. Costa Rica is a fascinating vacation place, brimming with wildlife and lots of activities and adventure for the whole family. Some describe this country as an amusement park, because its many activities and places to see, with an array of beautiful mountains and sunny beaches, it's filled with activities for all. A good place for honeymooners, lazy beach-goers or explorers, Costa Rica provides a full range of options to ensure the best vacation ever.

Before you take a trip into the mountains, it's good to know how to avoid altitude sickness, also known as mountain sickness. At elevations as low as 6,500 feet, some people can experience symptoms of altitude sickness. For example, Denver, Colorado, the mile-high city, has an elevation of 5,280 feet. Just a short ride up the mountains and you'll be at 6,500 feet.