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Costa Rican Museums – Descriptions, Locations, and Hours

TCRN STAFF — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:59:31 +0000

National Museum The national museum was founded in 1897 and has become a cultural center by excellence. In 1949 after Costa Rican government abolished the army, the museum was recollected in the former Bellavista Quarter, and declared a historic patrimony. The museum not only embraces the “memories of the people”, but also researches, rescues, collects, [...]

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Hot Air Ballooning Over Arenal Volcano

TCRN STAFF — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:59:25 +0000

Want your vacation in Costa Rica to reach new heights? Then check out the truly unique hot air ballooning adventure tour near Arenal. This Costa Rica adventure tour is unlike any other, soaring high above the rainforest canopy of Arenal National Park. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to peacefully enjoy one of [...]

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The Chili Cook Off (Feb 12th) & The Hogar de Vida Orphanage

TCRN STAFF — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:00:08 +0000

A visit to the Hogar de Vida (Home of Life) Orphanage in Atenas is at once both inspiring and heart wrenching. Inspiring because of the obvious love and dedication with which the Tias (Aunties) and staff care for the children. Heart wrenching because of the knowledge that these beautiful children are here due to sad [...]

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“All Bureaucrats” Goes on Tour – Free Theater Performance

TCRN STAFF — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:53:35 +0000

Free show for communities in Alajuela, Heredia, Cartago, Quepos and Guácimo Award winner dramaturgy for 2011 “All bureaucrats”, by writer Luis Arguedas, packs his suitcases and goes on the road to different places in our country. Residents of Alajuela, Heredia, Cartago paradise, Quepos and Guácimo will enjoy this successful play that tells the story of [...]

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Celebrate Super Bowl XLVI, 2012 Texas Style in Costa Rica

TCRN STAFF — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 02:06:13 +0000

If you are looking for a place in Costa Rica to watch Super Bowl XLVI, and see the New England Patriot take on the New York Giants, Tom Brady vesus Eli Manning in the house that Peyton Manning built in Indianapolis, then look no further than Texas BBQ in San Joaquin de Flores. This quiet [...]

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THE END OF THE WORLD COMES TO COSTA RICA IN EL FIN

TCRN STAFF — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:59:42 +0000

Young Costa Rican writer-director Miguel Gomez made a big impression here at Twitch with his 2010 horror comedy El Sanatorio, a playful riff on the found footage genre. And so we have been closely following the progress of his upcoming end of the world road comedy El Fin (The End) as well. Set on the last day on [...]

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Choosing An Exotic Costa Rican Wedding

TCRN STAFF — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:58:14 +0000

Many people love the idea of a destination wedding because it offers something exotic, unique and special for one of the most important days in a couples life. If you are going to be getting married soon, and you are trying to choose the perfect place for a wedding, have you considered Costa Rica? A [...]

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The Start of the Chili Wars

TCRN STAFF — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:59:28 +0000

How One Man Took On Texas When last we left-off it was 1893. We were at the Chicago World’s Fair at the first San Antonio ”Chilley” stand. Had we stood on line we would have been rewarded with a sampling of meat seasoned with a blend of hot chili peppers and other spices. It was [...]

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17 Border Crossings at Teatro Jaco

TCRN STAFF — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 01:44:45 +0000

Teatro Jaco announces the second production of its inaugural season: 17 Border Crossings. This internationally acclaimed play arrives at Teatro Jaco Costa Rica directly from Madrid on a world tour. Following the enormously successful “A Christmas Carol” Teatro Jaco announces the second production of its inaugural season: 17 Border Crossings. This internationally acclaimed play arrives at Teatro [...]

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Palmares 2012! January 11th to 23rd – Featuring Don Omar

TCRN STAFF — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 04:13:35 +0000

The most expected feasts by the community of Palmares and the rest of the country, thanks to their social development, are taking place on January 11th-23rd. Food stands, concerts, a horse parade, bull rides, cultural performances, fireworks, among other fun activities, are responsible for satisfying the visitors, to become once more the best feasts in [...]

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Surfing Costa Rica, A Quick Introduction – Including Breaks

TCRN STAFF — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 03:39:13 +0000

Why Costa Rica? Although we could write a book about surfing in Costa Rica and why it has become one of the world’s top surf destinations, we will assume that if you are looking into traveling here, you have already read that chapter… you know… warm water consistent year round surf affordable prices easy access [...]

What to Know about Costa Rica Common Food and Drink

TCRN STAFF — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 02:57:34 +0000

To generalize a Costa Rican meal, one would certainly have to talk about black beans and rice (gallo pinto). This simple, standard dish, often referred to as comida tipica, is the backbone of Costa Rican cuisine. While many of the dishes are still prepared with oils high in saturated fats, Costa Rican food is generally [...]

Top Beaches in Costa Rica

TCRN STAFF — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 04:20:24 +0000

From Manuel Antonio to Playa Dominical, the very best Costa Rica beaches. When someone says, “Costa Rica,” you probably think, “fantastic beaches!” Warm waters year-round, an unparalleled tourism infrastructure, and limitless attractions spanning two coasts are the reasons Costa Rica’s beaches rank among the best in the world. And since nearly two thirds of Costa [...]

Monterán Golf Course – Costa Rica’s Only Executive Course

TCRN STAFF — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 17:59:25 +0000

The builder La Laguna working hand in hand with the Teran family in May of 2004, gave shape to what is now the only golf course to the east of San Jose, the Monteran Golf Course. The Club House opened in June 2007, the Driving Range in February 2008 and in May of 2008 was [...]

Costa Rica Reclaims Artifacts from New York Museum

TCRN STAFF — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 17:59:50 +0000

(Reuters) – Costa Rica will for the first time display a trove of artifacts, some believed to be more than 2,300 years old, after they were returned unbidden this month from the prestigious Brooklyn Museum in New York. The museum chose to return the pre-Columbian objects, which could help fill gaps in the history of [...]