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Monteverde cloud forest sky walk surrounded by Costa Rica nature

Costa Rica Eco Tour To The Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

The Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is a major destination for the tourists who are coming to explore Costa Rica and its splendid wonders of Nature. The mysterious jungle is famous for being one of the best spots where you…
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Popular Surf destination in Central America is Costa Rica

Surfing In Costa Rica Is Very Popular

Over these last two decades, Costa Rica has become a top surf destination, attracting avid surfers and beginners alike. It has a choice of two coasts which include the Pacific and the Caribbean. Each ocean has its legendary breaks on…
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Take a tour to the Nauyaca waterfalls in Playa Dominical Costa Rica

Dominical Costa Rica Great For Family Vacation

[caption id="attachment_2320" align="alignleft" width="300"] Learn more of our many Dominical home rentals we offer in the area[/caption] Dominical is located in the province of Puntarenas, on the southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Mainly known for its great surf, this…
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Zip line Canopy Tours of Costa Rica

[caption id="attachment_2309" align="alignleft" width="300"] Check out more Costa Rica activities here[/caption] Canopy Tours have become exceedingly popular in Costa Rica as they provide the tourists with a unique perspective when visiting the cloud and rain forests. The canopy is where…
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Curu Wildlife Refuge located in Costa Rica great eco tour

Curu Wildlife Refuge

The Curu Wildlife Reserve is located in the province of Puntarenas, in the Nicoya Peninsula, by the little village of Curu. It became a protected forest in 1981 and the Curu National Wildlife Refuge was finally created in 1983. The…
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Cano Island Costa Rica located of the Osa Peninsula in the Southern Pacific

Day Trip To Cano Island

[caption id="attachment_2280" align="alignleft" width="300"] Check here for Dominical vacation rentals[/caption] Cano Island is located in the southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, off the coast of the Osa Peninsula. The Cano Island Biological Reserve mostly consists of the marine life.…
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Tour of the Marino Ballena National Park

The Marino Ballena is located on the southern pacific coast of Costa Rica, in the Osa Peninsula. It is part of the Area of Conservation of the Osa Peninsula and it was officially named a National Park in 1989 to…
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Ecotourism in Costa Rica

Over these last 20 years, Costa Rica has passed from being a virtually unknown country to one of the top destinations for tourism and now ecotourism. This small Central American country attracts more people year after year for its glorious…
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Eco Rafting in Costa Rica popular event

Costa Rica to Host 2013 Adventure Racing World Series

[caption id="attachment_2197" align="alignleft" width="300"] Rafting tours also available for travelers. Check out our Tamarindo vacation rentals[/caption] Costa Rica, well known for its rainforest ecosystem as well as its diverse array of beaches, is now being recognized for its world class…
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Playa Flamingo Calling! Check out this Amazing Costa Rica Vacation Rental

This amazing villa has breathtaking ocean views with beautifully landscaped tropical gardens. The private pool is 20x40 ft and is also located right on the shores of Potrero Bay. One can take a dip in the pool, take a walk…
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The Sweet Sounds of Playa Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Playa Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, one of the country’s best kept secrets.  This is top surfing destination that is far removed from the hustle and bustle of the more populated beaches to the north of Guanacaste. The Santa Teresa community…
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This months top pick – Stunning Costa Rica Vacation Rental

If you’re looking to get away from it all and escape to paradise, this beautiful Manuel Antonio rental home is the place you want to be in Costa Rica. This 4-bedroom, 4-bath villa is a one of a kind property…
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Discovery of Costa Rica stone spheres

Costa Rican National Museum announces new discovery of pre-Columbian stone spheres

Discovery of three new stone spheres announced by Costa Rican National Museum at Batambal archeological site in the Southern Region.
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Life can’t get any better than this! Discover Costa Rica luxury vacationing at Casa Fantastica, Manuel Antonio

Casa Fantastica is located in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica and is known for being one of the most beautiful vacation rentals in the country. A large estate designed for families and destination weddings, Casa Fantastica is an 8 bedroom, 8 full and 3 half bathrooms.
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A Costa Rica Vacation to Remember – Escape to Paradise with Your Buddies

A Costa Rica vacation to remember in Playa Tamarindo, Guanacaste
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Costa Rica Nature Continues to Amaze – New study reveals unique habits of Poison Dart Frogs

Costa Rica nature continues to amaze with the publication of the latest study of posion dart frogs.
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Costa Rica Destination Wedding

Canadian couple jet in for Costa Rica Destination Wedding in Manuel Antonio

Amanda Street and Dave Moore are having a Costa Rica Destination Wedding in Manuel Antonio. Congratulations to the happy couple!
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UNESCO awards Costa Rica Wildlife Reserve

UNESCO has awarded Costa Rica Wildlife Reserve amongst the top 28 in the world. Home to an abudance of Costa Rica nature this reserve is located in the north of the country.
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Costa Rica Surf Bus

All aboard the Costa Rica Surf Bus – Taking you to the best Costa Rica surfing hotspots!

The Costa Rica surf bus is a great way to visit the best surfing hotspots and make some likeminded buddies along the way. If you’re looking for an action packed Costa Rica adventure, jump aboard the country’s very first surf…
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An extended Costa Rica vacation – relocating to paradise!

Costa Rica is not only a popular beach and sun vacation destination, escaping the concrete jungle may be a dream for many, but the “Pura Vida” life has become a reality for a lucky few. An article published in PROA…
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Costa Rica Wildlife, check out these creepy crawlies – Halloween special

Yes, it’s true, not all Costa Rica wildlife is cute and cuddly, but in a country with 5% of the world’s biodiversity each of these little critters serves a special purpose, so try not to take your flip flop to…
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Costa Rica Wildlife Isla de Coco

Costa Rica Wildlife – Sharks Abundant in Isla de Coco

Costa Rica Widllife - White Tip Reef Sharks are abundant in the Isla de Coco, Punatrenas. One of the finest examples of Costa Rica nature, there are a total of 206 White Tip Reef Sharks in this area. Investigative biologists confirmed that this means there is a healthy population of sharks in the Isla de Coco, Costa Rica.
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Costa Rica Spanish iphone Application

Costa Rica Spanish made easy with new iphone App

A Costa Rica Spanish Idiom iphone Application was launched in September 2011. The perfect companion for your Costa Rica vacation.
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U.S Airlines set to triple flights to Costa Rica

[caption id="attachment_1952" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Tamarindo[/caption] With the Costa Rica tourism high season fast approaching, United and Continental Airlines have announced they will triple their flights to this popular beach and sun vacation destination. Book your…
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Looking for a Little Happiness? Costa Rica Tourism Board Launches Million Dollar Travel Prize Giveaway

  [caption id="attachment_1946" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Manuel Antonio[/caption] In a bid to attract even more tourists from North America, the Costa Rican Tourism Board (I.C.T) has launched an innovative million dollar prize giveaway. The advertising campaign…
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Costa Rica Hotels Support Sport Fishing Tourism

  [caption id="attachment_1940" align="alignleft" width="296"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Jaco[/caption] Costa Rica sport fishing represents approximately 27% of the country’s income generated through tourism.  Recognizing the importance of the Costa Rica’s sustainable tourism initiative, several hotels have agreed to…
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Win a One Week Stay at an Escape Villas Costa Rica Luxury Vacation Rental

Always wanted to stay in a luxury Costa Rica vacation rental? How about Casa Fantastica or Vista Azul in Manuel Antonio? Help raise funds for an incredibly important cause this October 22nd and participate in the online auction for a…
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First Green Costa Rica Flights Arrive from Mexico

  [caption id="attachment_1928" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Tamarindo[/caption] With all the announcements of the many airlines that will either begin or increase their flights to Costa Rica, it's great to hear that one airline has gone green.…
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Costa Rica medical tourism

Popularity of Costa Rica Medical Tourism Continues to Grow

[caption id="attachment_2385" align="alignleft" width="300"] Check here for San Jose Vacation Rentals[/caption] Aside from being a popular beach and sun vacation destination Costa Rica is also known for medical tourism. Offering high quality medical services, Costa Rica has successfully positioned itself…
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Costa Rica Celebrates World Tourism Day

[caption id="attachment_1903" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Manuel Antonio[/caption] World Tourism Day was celebrated on the 27th September. On this day the world tourism organization announced that there have been over 440 million worldwide tourist visits in the…
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UAE Signs Open Skies Air Services Agreement with Costa Rica

[caption id="attachment_2391" align="alignleft" width="300"] Check here for MAnuel Antonio Vacation Rentals[/caption] The United Arab Emirates represented by the General Civil Aviation Authority signed an Open Skies agreement with Costa Rica on the 22nd September 2011. Click here and book your…
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The Changing Role of Costa Rica’s National Park Rangers

[caption id="attachment_2399" align="alignleft" width="300"] Check here for more Costa Rica National Parks[/caption] Have you visited ever visited a Costa Rica National Park during your vacation? Statistics released by the Costa Rica Tourism Institute (I.C.T) show that approximately 86% of visitors…
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Costa Rica Tourism with Richard Bangs in Quest For Pura Vida

Pura Vida Costa Rica, Coming to a Televsion Screen Near You

[caption id="attachment_2402" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click here to learn more about Costa Rica[/caption] Would you like to know what makes Costa Rica one of the most popular eco adventure vacation destinations in the world? If you live in the U.S or…
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Costa Rica Recognized as the Best Tourist Destination for 2011

  [caption id="attachment_1859" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Manuel Antonio Vacation Rentals[/caption] Costa Rica is the top tourist destination for 2011, according to the American travel and tourism company, Apple Vacations. The winners of the people’s choice “Crystal Apple Award” for…
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Lend a helping hand with the Turtle Rescue Tour in Manuel Antonio

[caption id="attachment_1843" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Manuel Antonio[/caption] Planning a Costa Rica vacation to Manuel Antonio in the next three months and want to lend a helping hand? During these months hundreds of fledgling turtles hatch and…
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CNN “Destination Adventure” Takes a Costa Rica Vacation During Rainy Season

  [caption id="attachment_1835" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Manuel Antonio Vacation Rentals[/caption] For ten days in July, CNN reporter Andy Brook took an action packed Costa Rica vacation. Travelling the length and breadth of the country, Brook and his buddies discovered…
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Caught on Hidden Camera Fascinating Costa Rica Wildlife

  [caption id="attachment_1827" align="alignleft" width="300"] “First Global Camera Trap Mammal Study”[/caption] These are the images from hidden cameras that captured truly fascinating Costa Rica wildlife deep in the tropical rainforest. The Costa Rica wildlife photos form part of an album…
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Manuel Antonio National Park, Rated Among Best in World, According to Forbes Magazine

  [caption id="attachment_1819" align="alignleft" width="279"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Manuel Antonio[/caption] Manuel Antonio National Park has been recognized as one of the most beautiful in the world, according to the highly esteemed Forbes Magazine. Book your luxury vacation at…
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Playa Flamingo sunset catamaran tour in Costa Rica

Sail into the Sunset with the Catamaran Cruise in Flamingo, Costa Rica

[caption id="attachment_2410" align="alignleft" width="300"] For more information about Playa Flamingo Villa Rentals[/caption] Board a majestic luxury catamaran cruise and take in the spectacular sunset as you sail across the deep blue Pacific Ocean in Flamingo, Costa Rica.  The ultimate Costa…
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Flip Flops or Raincoat? Google Maps Now Forecasts Costa Rica’s Weather

[caption id="attachment_1800" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Manuel Antonio[/caption] Google has announced a new weather feature which will help you decide what you need to pack for your next Costa Rica vacation. Integrated into the successful Google-maps online…
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Costa Rica Tourism Helps Protect Country’s National Parks by Raising $1 Million

An innovative conservation project aimed at raising funds to help the protection of Costa Rica National Parks is celebrating its first anniversary. [caption id="" align="alignleft" width="142"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Manuel Antonio[/caption] Costa Rica’s Friends of the National Parks…
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Exciting Costa Rica Volcano Tour Takes Off in September

[caption id="attachment_1781" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Arenal[/caption]For the first time in Costa Rica, you’ll be able to take an incredible aerial tour that encompasses all of the country’s volcanoes. The new Volcano Route is a 2 hour…
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Arrive in Style! Costa Rican Liberia International Airport Terminal Opens October

[caption id="attachment_1770" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in the Gulf of Papagayo[/caption]   Heading to Guanacaste, Costa Rica for your beach vacation in October?  Get ready to be welcomed in style as the new Liberia Airport Arrivals Terminal officially…
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Costa Rica Tourism Arrivals Rising

[caption id="attachment_1759" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Tamarindo[/caption] The Costa Rican tourism industry received great news in August: figures showed that Costa Rica welcomed 73,155 more tourists in the first six months of the year than in the…
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New International Airport to Open in Costa Rica´s South Pacific in 2014

[caption id="attachment_1751" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Dominical[/caption] Costa Rica´s Civil Aviation Authority (Aviación Civil) is currently working on the development of a new international aerodrome to be built in the South Pacific region of Costa Rica. To…
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Supermodels, Pop Stars and Hollywood Celebs Enjoy Their Costa Rica Vacations

Want to know where the Hollywood celebs head for on their summer vacation? In recent weeks a steady stream of supermodels, pop stars and Hollywood celebs have been spotted gracing the glorious beaches of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Book the most…
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Maple Leaves in Costa Rica? Canadian Airline WestJet to Fly to Costa Rica

[caption id="attachment_1732" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Activities in Costa Rica[/caption] Yet another airline has realized the massive tourism potential of the popular vacation destination, Costa Rica. On Friday, August 12th, the Canadian budget airline WestJet announced a new air transport…
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Things to Do in San Jose, Costa Rica: 21st Credomatic Music Festival

[caption id="attachment_1722" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in San Jose[/caption] Kicking off Saturday, August 13th, the 21st Credomatic Music Festival will bring a wonderful variety of sights and sounds to the streets and theaters of San Jose, Costa Rica.…
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Make a Splash! Waterfall Rappeling Tour in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

[caption id="attachment_1708" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for More Manuel Antonio Activities[/caption] Grab your water shoes and a swimsuit and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime, waterfall rappelling in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica! Home to a variety of truly spectacular…
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Ten Reasons Why You Should Visit Manuel Antonio on Your Next Costa Rica Vacation!

[caption id="attachment_1691" align="alignleft" width="300"] Click for Vacation Rentals in Manuel Antonio[/caption] If you are planning a vacation to Costa Rica and are not sure which areas provide the best activities, then its time you found out a little more about…
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