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How to Get an Address in Costa Rica
Costa Rica has a very peculiar way of indicating the addresses, since its streets do not have names or numbers and the houses do not have it either, next to an example of it:My current address is 200 meters...
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National Flag of Costa Rica: Why Do We Love It So Much?
Costa Rica, the country with the most stable democracy on the continent, reveals important and undisclosed details about our beautiful and beloved national flag. The white, blue, and red colors have become an emblem that all of us, the...
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The Tipping “Unwritten Code” in Costa Rica
First of all; what does tipping mean?In Spanish, the word “propina” means tip. Tipping is always a personal choice, and visitors are encouraged to tip an amount they find it appropriate. The service quality and your budget are important...
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“Pura Vida”: 100% Ticos
85% of Costa Ricans define themselves as very happy people. The population of the country -a little more than 5 million inhabitants- has a strong belief in family and work values. In addition, they know how important it is...
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Costa Rica’s Curious Facts
Costa Rica is a beautiful, small-sized Central American country, mainly known for its lush rainforests and beautiful beaches. Here are some interesting facts and figures about it:EducationCosta Rica’s literacy rate is 96%. There are over 200 private schools registered...
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The Hammer Blow that Changed Costa Rica
Today Costa Rica celebrates a somewhat unusual holiday, the "Día de la Abolición del Ejército" (Military Abolition Day). It was instituted in 1986 by President Oscar Arias Sánchez. Costa Rica belongs to an exclusive club. It is one of the...
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Music for the Heart, Life, and the World
For many people, music can be the ideal option to express feelings and energies, both peace and sadness. It can also be part of stimulation and education. When doing physical activities, housework, and studying, music can be the best...
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Christmas to the Costa Rican Style
One of the most important festivities of all time is approaching: Christmas. In this installment we show you how these dates are lived in Costa Rica; their customs, their idiosyncrasies and that unique way of living the arrival of...
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November 16th: International Tolerance Day
On December 12th, 1996, it was proclaimed by the General Assembly of the United Nations and on the initiative of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), on November 16th of each year as the International Day...
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November 7th: Costa Rican Democracy Day
HistoryThe Conquest of our democratic life was not an isolated event. In fact, throughout Costa Rican historical process, an entire people opened their heart and raised their will to conquer their rights. In the 2nd half of the 19th...
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Melissa Alvarado: From the Basket Ball to the Microphones of Sports Journalism
Can you love what you do so much? The answer is yes, and the best example on this occasion...