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Inside Costa Rica: Written for Travelers by Travelers

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Inside Background
Culture 
The Switzerland of Central America, Costa Rica enjoys a stable democracy and a...
Last edited: September 17, 2008
History 
What made Costa Rica a democracy ? Coffee. The first plants were imported in...
Last edited: October 14, 2008
Recommended Reading 
The Laughing Falcon. Even leaving aside the Costa Rican setting it's a very...
Last edited: October 09, 2007
Tourist Board Info 
In Costa Rica the visitor can enjoy lovely tropical beaches, the grandest...
Last edited: April 12, 2008
Weather & When to Go 
The dry season in Costa Rica runs from the end of November and to the end of...
Last edited: August 18, 2008
CR Driving 101: Distance, time, safety! 
First and foremost, if you are traveling to CR, buy a detailed, water-proof...
Last edited: August 30, 2008
Important! Water Safety at CR beaches 
*** Water safety and common sense are very important in CR*** While Costa Rica...
Last edited: July 02, 2008
Must Sees 
Manuel Antonio is a beautiful beachside resort area on the West Coast of the...
Last edited: February 19, 2008
Trivia & Fun Facts 
How many volcanoes are in Costa Rica?  According to the scientists, there are...
Last edited: December 08, 2007
Various "Drives" 
San Jose to Arenal/La Fortuna From San Jose, the best route is to take the...
Last edited: February 05, 2008
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Pacuare River 
The Pacuare River, one of the world’s top whitewater runs,  offers Class II-V...
Last edited: March 10, 2008
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Banks & Money 
The official currency is the colon, but American dollars are usually accepted...
Last edited: February 17, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Important notice about traveling to Costa Rica: As of January 8, 2007...
Last edited: April 16, 2007
Emergencies 
In case of emergency dial 911.   For othe important telephone numbers, as well...
Last edited: May 17, 2008
Important Phrases 
What is your name? ¿Cuál es su nombre? Hello! ¡Hola! Pure Life Pura Vida Good...
Last edited: March 10, 2008
Telephones 
Phone numbers in Costa Rica recently changed. All phone numbers have 8 digits...
Last edited: May 17, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping at restaurants, bars and coffee shops is optional. A ten percent...
Last edited: April 03, 2008
Eco-tourism 
Costa Rica is a very popular spot for eco-tourism.  It combines low cost and...
Last edited: February 05, 2008
Popular Attractions 
Among the most popular attractions in Costa Rica areriver floating, bird and...
Last edited: May 12, 2008
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