Hello<BR>I am planning a vacation for next year in Latin America, where I can get the best of nature. Oh, and if I can have a nice quiet beach thrown in for at least some of the holiday, that would be a bonus. But I am confused, I had thought about Costa Rica, but read recently that Belize or Honduras would be equally as good for nature - any views?

Costa Rica <BR>Been to all three

My vote is also for Costa Rica. Drake Bay or Cabo Matapalo, both on the Osa Penisula would be perfect for you.

Only been to Costa Rica of the three countries you've listed --- it's a great country for being able to 'experience nature' (different types of topography) and some beautiful beaches. PLUS the 'Ticos' (native Costa Rican) are very nice people.<BR><BR>

I would certainly visit Belize for a couple of days to enjoy their wonderfull beaches. After that I would travel to the neighbor country of Guatemala. I would visit the Tikal National Park which is wonderfull (see www.tikalpark.com) and after that i would travel to the Petexbatun Lagoon which is very close and have more nature, birdlife and spectacular views that one can ever handle. The place is like and advance to paradise. Look www.chiminosisland.com Have a very nice trip!!