Costa Rica is having a moment. Top chefs are opening new restaurants, airlines are expanding service to the country and leading hotel brands—if they’re not already there—are growing their presence. According to the Costa Rica Tourism Institute, annual international arrivals have almost rebounded to their 2019 peak. North American travelers are leading the charge, and it’s little wonder: Costa Rica’s proximity to the United States and pristine natural habitats, plus a growing interest universall...