Every January brings a familiar ritual: goals written down, intentions set, routines reconsidered. But the resolutions that tend to last longest aren’t always about productivity or discipline — they’re about experience. For travelers thinking beyond checklists this year, here are destinations that feel less like trips — and more like turning points.

If you’re looking for an adventure that balances wildness with comfort, Costa Rica’s rainforests deliver some of the most rewarding travel experiences in the tropics. Here, luxury doesn’t replace nature — it reveals it.

Costa Rica is where “pura vida” — the pure life — isn’t just a saying, it’s a way of living. With lush rainforests, active volcanoes, pristine beaches, and incredible biodiversity, this small Central American gem is a playground for travelers who crave both adventure and comfort.