To Benefit the Underprivileged Children of Costa Rica Surfers, Golf fanatics, community supporters and Robert August fan’s alike, we would like to send a special invitation to you to join us in supporting a good cause while having fun for the 13th Annual Robert August “Surf n Turf” Charity Challenge! 100% of this tournament profits are [...]
The13th edition of the International Arts Festival (FIA), organized by the Ministry of Culture and Youth (MCJD) and the National Theater, has been a total success among the residents of the great metropolitan area. The festival’s producers reported than an estimate of 400 thousand people attended the festival last weekend, a turnout that surpassed everyone’s [...]
First San Jose Location Opening Just Five Months after Signing Agreement MIAMI, Mar 22, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Miami-based Pollo Tropical® announces the opening of its first franchised restaurant in Costa Rica, in San Jose’s main square: Parque Central. The opening marks the first of what it hopes will be at least five Pollo Tropical [...]
Semana Santa, or Easter Holy Week, is something that should not be missed in any Latin American country. Costa Rica, being the Catholic nation that is, is no exception. This is a great time to see some of the rich culture of the area as each province and town holds dramatic religious processions and services [...]
When speaking of Costa Rican movies, it’s become the norm to measure the achievements of the latest release by comparing them only to the local movies that came before it. Most of the movies’ shortcomings are justified with the notion that it’s OK for local productions to be mediocre because of the economic struggles their [...]
While Costa Rica boasts some of the best bluewater fishing found anywhere in the world and draws serious anglers from far and wide, this little country’s wealth of wildlife also holds infinite allure. A vast array of plants and animals can be found in this tropical paradise, much of it preserved in some 26 well-maintained [...]
With more and more movies being made in Costa Rica, we are now seeing projects that go beyond the fervent nationalism that has been the norm for local productions. Movies are being made with international audiences in mind and instead of appealing specifically to the Costa Rican audience, some filmmakers are setting their eyes on [...]
Saint Patrick’s Day is an annual feast day that celebrates the most commonly recognized of the patron saints of Ireland, and is generally celebrated on 17 of March. Legend has it that St. Patrick became the patron saint of Ireland for, among other things, raising the dead and driving snakes out of Ireland. In the [...]
Aqua Discoteque in Tamarindo sets new standards for Costa Rica nightlife with progressive DJ’s, awesome views, and sexy style. A high energy ambiance and inviting party atmosphere entice guests to cut loose as they dance and drink the night away. The 600 square meter club features sensual VIP areas that are set above a brilliant [...]
As always we had left things like flowers and getting ready until the last minute. When will we learn? We rushed around looking for hair styling products (due to us both suffering terribly from bad hair months) and a florist an hour before we were due to arrive at El Avion for our 17th wedding. [...]
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