Costa Southern Charms <PLUS - 2025>
While there is no single established Costa Cruises itinerary titled "Southern Charms," the name typically refers to two distinct travel concepts: Viking River Cruises' "New Orleans & Southern Charms" itinerary or a broader exploration of Southern Italy and the Caribbean through Costa Cruises.
Vibe:
Festive atmospheres with a focus on Italian culture and cuisine. Costa Southern Charms
- Getting there: The Southern Charms region is accessible by car or shuttle from San José or other major towns in Costa Rica.
- Accommodation: Choose from a range of eco-lodges, beachside bungalows, and rustic cabins, many of which offer stunning views and luxurious amenities.
- Food and drink: Enjoy fresh seafood, local cuisine, and craft beers at one of the region's many restaurants and bars.
- Responsible tourism: Be sure to support local businesses and tour operators that prioritize sustainability and environmental conservation.
Accessible only by boat or a challenging hike, Corcovado is the heart of the Costa Southern experience. It is one of the last remaining habitats of the endangered Baird’s tapir, the harpy eagle, jaguars, and all four species of Costa Rican monkeys. The park’s charms are visceral: the roar of howler monkeys at dawn, the sight of a puma strolling the beach at Drake Bay, and the electric blue of the morpho butterfly. While there is no single established Costa Cruises
Have you experienced the magic of Costa Southern Charms? Share your story or plan your journey today by visiting the official tourism websites for the Osa Peninsula and Marino Ballena National Park. Pura Vida. Getting there : The Southern Charms region is
- Buildings: low-rise, whitewashed facades, shuttered windows, and terracotta tiles—often punctuated by colorful doors and patterned tilework.
- Interiors: open-air courtyards, hand-hewn beams, woven rugs, and sun-faded upholstery that echo the outdoors.
- Coastal décor blends rustic maritime elements (ropes, salvaged wood) with refined artisanal touches (ceramics, glassware).
Setting:
The picturesque coastal town of Beachside, in the southern United States, where the air is sweet with magnolias and the Gulf of Mexico meets the shore.
