For two months I visited Costa Rica. During  the time I was able to see most of the country from the beaches to the volcanos.  Spending time in the Rain Forest in Monte Verde  which would allow you to have an afternoon shower from 2 to through the night.  The visit to Montezuma was a little piece of heaven.  I was able to stay on the beach and the cabins directly in front of where I was staying had spider monkeys which would throw mangos at you when they felt like it.  I was able to practice some spanish and learn to adapt to this lifestyle. I have lived in other countries such as the Philippines for three years and spent 6 months in Japan and 6 months in Korea.  I have also visited Venezuella and Cuba.  Every American should have the advantage to travel to other countries.   From one country to the other one will see the same in the people. They are kind and willing to assist you when you are able to take the time and just try to speak their language. This would be trying when visiting France. I had a waiter be rude to me because I could not speak French fluent. As well as in Costa Rica I had a gentleman tell me In costa rica they speak spanish.   I have a basic understanding of several languages and would like to teach English in Costa Rica or Colombia.