Stacy Davison is one of the million-plus tourists who chose to visit Costa Rica this year. “We wanted to explore a country that was largely unsoiled by development. And, boy, did we get what we were looking for! We saw beautiful beaches, lush rainforest, and exotic wildlife.” Stacy is especially enthusiastic about a wildlife refuge she and her husband visited during their trip. “Getting there took four hours by bus along an unpaved road. But it was so beautiful that it was worth it. We hiked the trail and took a tour through the rainforest canopy. Our guide showed us how to poke a stick into a termite nest to get a snack (They have a nutty flavor!), and how to use live leaf-cutter ants to create stitches for a cut. It was quite an amazing experience!”