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1. Costa Rica - Book Your Transport Before You Go or When There? November 05, 2009 Costa Rica is an absolutely stunning country. From the mountains and lakes of the interior to the rain forest and then stunning beaches, the country has a lot to offer just about anyone. Getting around, however, requires you to get some form of transportation. Getting around Costa Rica these days is pretty simple. Although rains can wash out roads, most are in great shape which makes getting around the country fairly easily. 15 years or so ago, getting to even major towns like Tamarindo could be a challenge. Going with anything less than a four wheel drive was just nuts. The questio... (read more) Author: Thomas Ajava

2. Experience Paradise with Costa Rica Yoga November 05, 2009 Costa Rica is renowned for the country’s stunning beauty and amazing wildlife and is often described as a ‘Paradise on Earth’. So it comes as no surprise when people from all over the world flock to see the many fascinating and amazing wonders Costa Rica has to offer, let alone all the great outdoor activities that are taken up by the masses every year. One such activity is the exhilarating yet completely relaxing art of Costa Rica Yoga brought to you by the high achieving and much acclaimed La Escuela Del Sol School located in Montezuma. A location that is languished with beautiful... (read more) Author: Richard James

3. Ecotourism In Costa Rica, Lessons The World Could Learn From November 02, 2009 Costa Rica is sometimes called "The Switzerland of Central America," certainly because of the magnificent mountains and scenery each possesses. Undoubtedly, the comparison is meant to be flattering to the little Central America country but Switzerland and all of Mother Earth would be better off if it were called "The Costa Rica of Europe," at least in terms of ecology and emphasis on preserving animal life. There was a time, long, long ago, when both nations had abundant wildlife. Switzerland had bears, wolves, lynx, chamois, and deer but the predators were killed off hundreds of years... (read more) Author: Victor Krumm

4. Vanilla Essential Oil, Food Grade Vanilla Oil, Buy Vanilla Oil November 02, 2009 Vanilla Oil Pure Vanilla essential oil is solvent extracted from the ‘cured’ pods or beans of Vanilla planifolia a creeper with trumpet-shaped white flowers. It is also known as common Vanilla, meaning ‘little pod’. Native to Mexico, it is mainly cultivated in Madagascar, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico, Tahiti, Reunion, East Africa, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, West Indies, Central and South America. Traditionally used as an ingredient in Oriental perfumes, 100 % genuine Vanilla oil is a orange- brown viscous liquid with a rich, warm, sweet, smooth balsamic aroma t... (read more) Author: Ankur Tandon

5. Vacations for the whole Family to Costa Rica October 31, 2009 Costa Rica offers amazing adventure retreats for families, even if you are traveling with little kids that should not be an impediment for having an adventurous and educational vacation at this Central American paradise. Not many places in the world offer what Costa Rica has. Costa Rica is one the few countries where families can admire tropical and rainforest ecosystems, which come together with countless of exotic species of birds, plants and wild animals. While in the country you can contact one of the many tour operators and plan an educational tour to a volcano, river or mountain. Pr... (read more) Author: Sayan Roy

6. Winter Come Too Early, My Friend? Time For That Special Costa Rica Fishing Vacation Getaway? October 29, 2009 Are you stuck in a windowless office all day, dreaming of tropical blue water, fresh air, and sun? Do you enjoy angling or have you always wanted to try your luck? Costa Rica fishing is world famous. There are many different species of fish to catch because Costa Rica is bordered by two oceans. Sure, you can drop your line close to home. It is always fun to catch that colorful trout. Three-and-a-half minutes of excitement. But, think about catching the little trout's cousin (literally, its cousin), the great marlin, weighing in at hundreds of pounds and battling you for three-and-a-half... (read more) Author: Victor Krumm

7. Costa Rica travel is easy when you are prepared October 26, 2009 Costa Rica travel Costa Rica travel is easy when you are prepared Things to know when traveling to Costa Rica Before traveling outside your native country to another country you should prepare yourself. Learning about the country before you go can prevent common problems or confusion. Cultures vary throughout the world and sometimes a simple misunderstanding can become a big deal. Learning about the basic life, culture and laws of a country you are traveling to can help you to be prepared and have an enjoyable vacation. Do to the many expats living in Costa Rica and t... (read more) Author: Costa Rica Traveler

8. Enlightenment Fulfilled with Yoga in Costa Rica October 26, 2009 Imagine all those tropical paradises you go to when you are deep in meditation, how wonderful and magical those places are. Imagine relaxing on a beach taking in all those sights and sounds from your dreams, and how wonderful it would be to be truly at one with nature. Imagine swapping your usual Yoga session in a studio full of other people in the drab city with one of tranquil serenity and natural harmony, surrounded by lush forests, amazing wildlife or the lapping of waves from the ocean. You want to be there right now don’t you? This place is not as far as you might thi... (read more) Author: Richard James

9. Study abroad to learn Spanish in Costa Rica October 26, 2009 Thinking about learning how to speak the Spanish language? Let us share something with you… There have been times when we have pondered while sitting in a drab classroom, what it would be like to study in another country. Especially one that is picturesque and sun baked while being surrounded by diverse wildlife. Then after studying being able to visit all those wonderful sights, eat great food and be involved in fantastic and scintillating activities. Sounds like a familiar daydream doesn’t it? Trust us this is no daydream when we say; “you can experience all this and much... (read more) Author: Richard James

10. The Cost of Living in Costa Rica. Forget Beverly Hills, give me my Little House on the Prairie! October 26, 2009 Even people from the US who have lived in Costa Rica for a few years seem to have forgotten all about the cost of living 'back home.'When I interview people, the majority of people are saving serious money living in Costa Rica but, a few have told me that the cost of living for them is not much different than the cost of living where they used to live in the USA.I remember one conversation well because a lady from Florida was complaining about the prices of some of her favorite, brand names foodstuffs were much higher here than they are in Florida. I suggested that if she bought imported food ... (read more) Author: Scott F. Oliver

11. Helping Your Executives Relocate To Costa Rica. 20 tips for managers on finding the best real estat October 26, 2009 In our experience, these are the most common problems faced by executives and their families when they move to Costa Rica:The Children Resent The Move: Children are leaving their friends behind so it is recommended to plan the move so that the children enter their new school in Costa Rica as quickly as possible so that they do not have to spend months on vacation without friends before starting a new school. The older the child the more difficult the transition tends to be so get the children actively involved in your 'adventure' and the planning of your move so that they feel truly involved. ... (read more) Author: Scott F. Oliver

12. Happy Little Costa Rica. The One Real Republic in Central America - Civilized, Prosperous, Orderly October 26, 2009 Over one hundred years ago on 3rd March 1909, these were the headlines for a newspaper article written by Frederick Palmer and published in the New York Times. Needless to say that kind of a shocking news headline would never be published today... Over fifty years ago on the 1st January 1945 Time Magazine published an article entitled Costa Rica: Happy Land. On the 4th July 2009 the New Economics Foundation, a British think tank that promotes ecology and sustainable economics came out with the results of their most recent survey of 143 nations: "Costa Rica comes top of the Happy Planet Index ... (read more) Author: Scott F. Oliver

13. The Best Coffee from Costa Rica October 23, 2009 How would you know that your cup of coffee is perfect? Is there such a thing as perfect coffee? That is the critique labeled on Costa Rican coffees. They categorized their type of coffee as the classic cup, the traditional balanced coffee that has no defects or flaws. But there's more to a Costa Rican coffee, for they are prized for their exceptionality- bright citrus or berry-like flavors in the acidity and in the best cups they fade into chocolate or spice flavors in the aftertaste. Costa Rica sets the standards for fine wet-processed coffee for the rest of Central and South America. Th... (read more) Author: Hong Kirby

14. Costa Rica Living - What Makes It So Unique? October 22, 2009 In the fourth century, the Egyptian saint Pachomius observed that; "The place in the monastery which is closest to God is not the church, but the garden. There the monks are at their happiest."I suspect those same monks would have been even happier in a sun drenched Costa Rican garden watching their fruits, vegetable, flowers, grapes and hops grow bigger, juicier and faster than they ever thought possible... You can find out much about Costa Rica on the internet. You can even see photographs of many of the stunning sights that you can look forward to seeing when you visit 'one day' but there's... (read more) Author: Scott F. Oliver

15. Brits Living in Costa Rica - Carol Marianne October 22, 2009 Carol Marianne, originally from London, England, first came to Costa Rica in 2004 because she'd heard about it and there was a cheap flight from Miami. "I was looking for somewhere I hadn't been to before." Though she had no preconceived notions about what Costa Rica held in store for her ("I was just traveling around so had no fixed idea about finding anything," she says), what she did find was "a beautiful country, with gentle people, lots of expats and a way of life that I took to immediately. It was very relaxed and friendly and fulfilled my spiritual needs as well as my social needs." ... (read more) Author: Scott F. Oliver

16. Brits Living in Costa Rica - 12 Reasons Why The British Prefer Costa Rica To Spain October 22, 2009 And it's easy to see why Brits love Costa Rica... Costa Rica is a place of stunning scenery, sunshine and smiles with spring-like weather all year round, no income taxes on foreign earned income, no capital gains taxes, excellent world-class medical facilities, affordable medical plans and populated by the 'Ticos' who are an amiable and very attractive people. Scary 'Times' Newspaper Story About Brits in Spain: "Two British pensioners living in Spain have had their home demolished after being given two hours to pack their belongings - reviving fears among thousands of other expatriates that ... (read more) Author: Scott F. Oliver

17. Americans In Costa Rica - Investment questions you must ask October 22, 2009 You've heard it before and it's worth repeating; 'When It Sounds Too Good To Be True... It probably is." Costa Rica is a truly beautiful country and for many, it is the ideal place for Canadian foreign investment but, please do not leave your brain on the plane! You must remember that in Costa Rica, any 'Tom', 'Ricardo' or 'Harry' can call themselves an investment advisor with zero education, no training, no qualifications and no regulatory oversight whatsoever... Just like "Realtors." Where Can Gringos Invest? The easy answer is - "Practically anywhere and in anything!" ... (read more) Author: Scott F. Oliver

18. Why People Are Choosing To Live and Retire in Costa Rica October 21, 2009 Costa Rica is a place of stunning scenery, sunshine and smiles with spring-like weather all year round, no income taxes on foreign earned income, no capital gains taxes, excellent world-class medical facilities, affordable medical plans and populated by the 'Ticos' who are an amiable and very attractive people. Who Is Moving to Costa Rica? There are estimated to be 77 million 'baby boomers' in the USA who began retiring in 2008 and it seems there's quite a few thinking about a Costa Rica retirement. So too are Canadians and numerous Europeans who are looking for that perfect climate and a mor... (read more) Author: Scott F. Oliver

19. Eight Reasons To Take A Costa Rica Vacation Getaway October 19, 2009 Has the world got you down, Bucko? Are you sick of all the talk of all the gloom and doom? The leaves have fallen, the days are getting colder. The Boys of Summer are freezing their bats off. It is beginning to feel like we have always been in this nasty global economic downturn. Very depressing. Sounds like it's time for a Costa Rica vacation. The Republicans blame those pesky Democrats. The Democrats blame those "Just Say No" Republicans . Rush Limbaugh blames everybody and Glenn Beck is reduced to tears. Surely, this is the Winter of Our Discontent. A Costa Rica vacatio... (read more) Author: Victor Krumm

20. Stay it Green--Hotel Stays that are Part of the Green Movement October 16, 2009 Whether it's in the middle of the rain forest in Costa Rica or down south in South Carolina, when you're traveling you can take your greenness on the road with you. That's right, there are green hotels around the world to choose from. As there is an association for almost anything you can think of, there is also a Green Hotels Association to support hotels and the green movement. What Makes a Hotel Green There is a pretty lengthy list of ways that hotels can go green and there are certain criteria hotels have to meet to officially get the LEED or the Green Hotels Association stamp of... (read more) Author: Kristie Lorette

21. US Men's Soccer Team Wins Regional World Cup October 15, 2009 Watch Jim's slideshow Jonathan Bornstein, left, and teammates celebrate after US win over Costa Rica, 14 Oct 2009The United States has qualified for the football (soccer) World Cup as the top team the Central, North American and Caribbean region (CONCACAF). The U.S. men rallied to claim a dramatic 2-2 tie against Costa Rica.The United States had already qualified for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa with a 3-2 victory over Honduras on Saturday. At stake for the United States in the final qualifying game was first place. Costa Rica needed a win to take the last of three automatic qualifyi... (read more)

22. Marrying A Latin Or A Costa Rican Woman October 16, 2009 When it comes to finding true LOVE we often see ourselves drifting on the seas of doubt, indecision, and heart breaks. For the most of us, it’s difficult to get out of our comfort zone and gather the courage to take a leap of faith and search for that perfect bride, far and beyond. It is no mystery that this journey comes up with lots of ups and downs. As a poet once rightly said- “The art of love... is largely the art of persistence.” Hence, every man who is probing for love has to stand the test of time and will have to dodge several wrong balls, to hit the right one! So, if you think y... (read more) Author: walker Bwarren

23. World Cup U20- Costa Rica Defeats UAE and Makes a Historical Advance to Semifinals October 14, 2009 Costa Rica was able to use its momentum after a strong 4th round performance against Egypt: the team was able to defeat the UAE in the World Cup U20 quarterfinals 2-1 on Saturday. Costa Rica’s subsequent qualification for the semifinals is a historical event for the team. Despite facing the much-favored Brazilians next, Costa Rica coach Ronald Gonzalez and his team are hoping for another great game. Costa Rica gave a good showing against the UAE. Both teams began with great strategic play, with the Emirates attacking first while Costa Rica defended and added effective counterattacks. ... (read more) Author: Ally White

24. US Soccer Team Hosts Costa Rica in Final World Cup Qualifying Match October 14, 2009 The U.S. Men's Soccer Team finishes up its 2010 World Cup qualifying schedule with a home match against Costa Rica at RFK Stadium in Washington. It's a crucial game for the visitors. The U.S. Soccer Team is very happy that its chances of qualifying for next year's World Cup in South Africa are not coming down to the final match here in Washington, like they are for Costa Rica. When the Americans won at Honduras last Saturday, 3-2, they clinched a berth in the World Cup finals for the sixth consecutive time from the North and Central America and Caribbean region, or CONCACAF. If they had lost, ... (read more)

25. Breyer Horses Are the Most Realistic Toy Horse Gifts October 09, 2009 I visited Costa Rica and did a lot of horseback riding there. Costa Rica has the boniest, most pathetic looking horses I have ever seen. I actually felt sorry for them trying to carry me and my family. Glue factories come to my mind when I look at them. In fact, my horse actually passed out while I was riding it. He had just carried me up a big hill. After he got us to the top, he walked over to the ledge of a 60 foot cliff and fainted. He fell right off the cliff with me on him. My family watched in amazement as me and my horse disappeared over the edge. Fortunately for me, I landed about 20 ... (read more) Author: Joe Kanooga

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