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March 7, 2017 / March 7, 2017 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Any time you travel, you may want to first acquaint yourself with the proper way of getting around town and the country. Road conditions and customs can vary from culture to culture, and you wouldn’t want to offend anybody by insulting them in a mishap on the road. To help with that we have a […]
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If you want to travel to a beautiful Central American country with lush jungles and tropical beaches, but don’t have a ton of money, don’t worry! Costa Rica can be affordable if you just take the time to estimate your expenses. This article can help break down what you’ll need to spend money on, and […]
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January 6, 2017 / August 23, 2018 by Ricardo | 3 Comments on Costa Rica May Not Be Right For You If…
I’m not gonna lie, tourism is very important to Costa Rica, but even so, here are some things that may turn off potential visitors to our lovely country. You may want to rethink your decision to visit/move here if… "China’s New Facekini" photo © unknown You don’t like sunshine. This is the tropics after all. […]
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November 17, 2016 / November 16, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
"Cruise to Costa Rica" photo © iStock Ah, cruising is the life. You’re practically waited on hand and foot. With all of the cool activities on board (IMAX, gambling, facials!) you’re never bored; there’s yummy food galore; and the booze is flowing. And with more and more cruise ships docking at both Pacific and Caribbean […]
November 1, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Say Bon Jour to direct flights from France! Bienvenue to Air France whose first direct flight lands on Wednesday, November 2nd from Paris’ Charles de Gaulle Airport. The airline will operate two weekly flights into and out of Costa Rica’s capital at the Juan Santamaria Airport on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Discover the enchanting landscapes of Costa […]
October 19, 2016 / December 12, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Costa Rica will welcome the Toughman Half Iron Series to Puerto Viejo on its Caribbean Coast on October 21st, 2017. The triathlon race is only for trained athletes and is highly competitive with qualifiers from the competition eligible for the 2018 International Championship to be held in New York the following year. "Toughman comes to […]
Posts
October 4, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
A lone road trip is just the way to explore Costa Rica at your own pace! Consider a number of gadgets to take on the road for the ultimate solo experience. Binge-Watching Galore "Streaming Shows" photo © Amazon There’s no way you’re going to let a little coast-to-coast roadtrip get in the way of your […]
September 13, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Costa Rica is forging forward on its ambitious route to becoming the world’s first carbon-neutral country. It’s unusual for a country to find a direction where it can promote green practices while developing economically. But the tiny Latin American nation is making it work by selling its natural resources as a tourist attraction while generating […]
September 2, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
A road trip could be a make or break for a budding relationship. So make it easy on yourself and your SO by choosing a destination where romance can blossom with minimal effort. "Alone Time with Your SO"photo © Universal Pictures Costa Rica has so much to offer with volcanoes, rainforests, and beaches that to […]
August 26, 2016 / August 23, 2018 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
If you want to begin your Costa Rican vacation in style — consider paying a little more for that upgraded, direct flight to get substantially more comfort. "Fully Flat Bed for a Good Night’s Sleep"photo © British Airways "Embroidered Cotton Sleep Suit"photo © Air France "Airline Skincare Kit"photo © British Airways "Spanish Cuisine"photo © Iberia […]
August 23, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
You don’t really know somebody until you’ve traveled with them. For young people especially, seeing the world with a new significant other is an unparalleled learning experience. You get to see a new part of the globe, and you get to learn new things about your partner. "Romance Blossoms on Vacation"photo © Studio Firma Let’s […]
August 16, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
We are blessed to have a Costa Rican locale as one of the featured finalists in the 2016 Weather Photographer of the Year competition, sponsored by The Royal Meteorological Society and The Royal Photographic Society. Punta Banco is one of Costa Rica’s undiscovered beaches. Located on the Pacific coast, this tiny village of just 200 […]
August 5, 2016 / June 30, 2023 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
With excitement building ahead of the beginning of the 2016 International Surf Association’s World Surfing Games will be held in Jaco in Costa Rica tomorrow, authorities are keen to prepare the beach for an influx of visitors and competitors. Extra police officers will be patrolling the streets for increased security. Street vendors won’t be tolerated. […]
July 13, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Now that both Thompson and British Airways are scheduling direct flights to this little Central American country, British interest in Costa Rica is sparked. So what’s the appeal? "Punta Uva Beach"photo © Cahuita Info Weather Here’s the opportunity to get away from the grey drizzle of a British winter to the bright sunshine of the […]
July 12, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Before you count on your credit card to cover the CDW requirement for your rental vehicle, take a look at Cardhub’s detailed survey of the best and worst cards for coverage. "Credit Card Surveyfor Car Rental Insurance"image © CardHub The research covered the most popular credit cards used in the U.S.A., including Citi, Chase, USAA […]
June 24, 2016 / October 15, 2019 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
With over 800 species of birds, Costa Rica is a spotter’s paradise, but for the average visitor, the following four species are on everyone’s 'must-see' list. With the help of our tips, one can complete the vacation's photo collection with these distinctive, feathered creatures.
June 10, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
When it comes to friendships, do your best to channel your inner Carrie Bradshaw. Men might disappoint you, cheat on you or abandon you, but you will always have girlfriends in your corner. They’re your real soulmates. If you’ve learned one thing from ex-boyfriends, it’s how important your friendships are. It doesn’t matter if you […]
June 7, 2016 / November 16, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
With the anticipated game between the U.S. and Costa Rica scheduled for tonight, here’s our top facts for you to drop, so you can pass for a soccer fan… While the U.S. are relatively new to soccer, the team holds an unbeaten home record against Costa Rica since 1989. The most memorable of these victories […]
May 27, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
The Washington Redskins’ cheerleaders are busy with calendar photo shoots in the beautiful El Mangroove Hotel on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The girls are modeling a selection of custom-made Dollstreet, D’Milikah and Yandy bikinis and swimwear — ready to fill the pages of the 2016-2017 ‘First Ladies of Football’ Calendar. "Say ‘¡Hola!’ Ladies" […]
May 24, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Costa Rica is famous for its wildlife and yoga retreats, but you don’t expect to see them combined! Backpacker, Claudia Moser from Australia and her British boyfriend couldn’t have been more thrilled to come across this sloth by the side of the road. Moser had to jump down and join in the yoga session with […]
May 23, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
NASA has recently revealed new technology that could soon make flight delays and cancellations due to volcanic ash clouds a thing of the past. Disruptions, like that to San Jose’s Juan Santamaria Airport due to the rumblings of Turrialba Volcano last year and briefly last week, may be avoidable in the future. "Turrialba Volcano"photo © […]
May 18, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Looking for a safe destination for your family vacation this year? With the threat of terrorism hanging over a number of European countries, the British Foreign Office has identified Costa Rica as one of the world’s lowest risk vacation destinations. Repercussions from conflicts in Iraq and Syria have led to a number of traditionally popular […]
May 18, 2016 / December 12, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
As the glow of Tulum fades, the search for beach paradise is bringing visitors to the tiny settlements on the coast of the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica. The area is hardly undiscovered — Gisele Bunchen and Tom Brady own a vacation home here — but the dirt roads and lack of development provide a […]
May 17, 2016 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Get back to childhood fantasies with a night (or more) in a tree house in Costa Rica. This land of national parks and protected areas has no shortage of trees, or it would seem, tree houses: "Climbing to the Tree House"photo © NatureObservatorio.com Nature Observatorio This magical home away from home is located in the […]
