Peace On Earth High-end hotels and luxe eco-lodges in Central America are redefining sanctuary

Morgan’s Rock Hacienda and Ecolodge, near San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
About two-hours from the capital city of Managua, this nature-preserve resort site sits on the Southern Pacific Coast of Nicaragua. Nature lovers will encounter stunning views as well as wondrous wildlife- monkeys, sloths, tropical birds, and reptiles- during a stay at one of the family-friendly beach bungalows. Have your Instagram ready: The private beach is a destination for nesting sea turtles.
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Mukul Beach, Golf & Spa, Guacalito de la Isla, Nicaragua
A newcomer in a luxury eco-tourism, Nicaragua is quickly becoming a playground for spa and serenity seekers as well as eco-adventurers. Mukul has five-star accommodations and villas that come with dedicated staff and private plunge pools. Activity addicts will also find a plethora of things to do to keep busy, including surfing, hiking, golf and a Hammam spa.
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Arenas Del Mar, near Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Consistently among the best hotel experiences in Costa Rica, Arenas Del Mar is just a short distance from Manuel Antonio National Park. The park, a small part of the Central Pacific Conservation Area, is renown for its varied wet forest features such as fresh water lagoons, coral reefs, and herbaceous swamps. The area supports numerous species for animal lovers to see, including red-backed squirrel monkeys, three-toed sloths and various songbirds.
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Waldorf Astoria Panama, Panama City
The southern-most Central American country, considered a biological corridor between two continents, is also a celebrated hub of biodiversity. Thanks to its tropical habitats and strategic location, Panama helps bolster one of the widest arrays of exotic species of plants and animals in the world. The Waldorf Astoria provides a great base to explore the forest, take in breathtaking bay views, and even catch sight of a wild Jaguar crossing the canal.
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Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
This 2000-acre resort is recommended for families who love eco-exploration. The calm vibe comes from the prairie landscape- a mix of savannahs, cattle ranches and tropical dry forests with volcanic mountain ranges in the background. Excursions to a thermo-mineral gorge with natural hot springs, local canyons, waterfalls and other gems preserved inside Rincón de la Vieja Volcano and Palo Verde National Parks makes this the perfect restorative retreat for your vacation.
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Jicaro Island Ecolodge, Granada Isletas Nicaragua
A short boat ride from the town of Granada will bring you to a world of comfortable seclusion. Located on a private island in Lake Nicaragua, Jicaro offers a true getaway. With nine private two-story casitas and various engaging activities, including volcano hikes, zip-lining, and practicing yoga on a deck overlooking the lake, Jicaro Island is the antidote to the noisy life.
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