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Charter fishing near Cabuya, Costa Rica: Up close and personal
The rod bent over, the line started to speed out with a satisfying whirring noise and everyone jumped to attention. Andrew reeled in a Jack, a Black Tuna...
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The Stone Spheres: A Costa Rican Mystery
Nestled in the Diquis Delta near the town Palmar Sur is one of the most intriguing and unique finds throughout Costa Rica. Known to the Ticos who live in the area as Las Bolas, these stone spheres, some three hundred in number, have both puzzled and fascinated scholars and visitors alike.
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Places Every Tourist Should Visit in Central America
Central America is known for some of the world's best diving sites, lush rainforests and active volcanoes as well as for its ancient Mayan temples.
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Get to Know Costa Rican Nature through Books
Many of Costa Rica's greatest protectors of nature, including some prominent scientists, have written wonderful memoirs and novels about their experiences in Costa Rican nature. Through their work, we can discover the powerful resonance between nature and the literature it inspires.
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Who Will You Meet in the Rainforest? Part 2: Birds
An introduction with photos to birds in Costa Rica for those interested in learning about some of the more conspicuous and frequently sighted birds of the rainforest.
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Who Will You Meet in the Rainforest? Part 1: Mammals
Nearly every visitor to the tropical rainforest will have heard of its legendary biodiversity - dozens of species make each visit unique and thrilling. For many, the exuberance of tropical nature may have ranked highly among their reasons to visit or live in Costa Rica.
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A Dreamy Destination Wedding in Paradise – Costa Rica
An adventurous, multicultural destination wedding in Costa Rica and 3 essential tips to creating the perfect destination wedding.
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Kayak Fishing in the Pacific Ocean of Costa Rica
Our kayaks bobbed up and down in the Pacific swells as I lowered my fishing gear to the bottom of the palm-fringed bay. I was hoping to hook into a big Mahi Mahi or a Red Snapper, when a thought occurred to me. "Do the crocodiles ever swim out this far from the estuary?"
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Who are the Ticos?
All of us have heard native Costa Ricans refer to themselves as Ticos - it’s a term that has come to embody the warm, friendly people who have welcomed expats into their country and their culture. It’s a term that we use almost daily, but have you ever stopped and wondered who exactly the Ticos are?
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A Brief Guide to Rain Forest Footwear
For the first time visitor and seasoned explorer alike, the tropical rain forest can be a source of endless fascination. To best enjoy these moments, the visitor to the tropical forest should carefully consider what footwear to bring.
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Cottage Cheese: Nutritional Properties and Benefits
Cottage cheese, also known as curd, is a fresh, unripened cheese that provides extraordinary health benefits. Made from cow's...