Visiting Costa Rica’s National Theater—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): San Jose, Costa Rica
We describe the most memorable aspects of Costa Rica’s National Theater in San Jose, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
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We describe the most memorable aspects of Costa Rica’s National Theater in San Jose, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
Ricky and I have spent more than a decade exploring Costa Rica together. Want to know why I love Costa Rica so much? Here’s your answer!
Ricky y yo hemos pasado más de una década explorando Costa Rica juntos. ¿Quieres saber por qué amo tanto a Costa Rica? ¡Aquí está tu respuesta!
Our reflections on the week that tropical storm Nate hit Costa Rica and the week that the Costa Rica futbol team qualified for the World Cup.
Costa Rica and Canada are more similar than you think! We list 150 examples to show how the two countries are alike. See for yourself!
Want to learn about the Pacuare River in Costa Rica? We are part of the Pacuare River family and we describe why the river is a community–not only a tourist spot. Learn more!
View photos of our personal collection of 60+ Costa Rica souvenirs and learn tips for buying the best souvenirs in Costa Rica!
Last updated on June 25th, 2019 at 08:12 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)Work is busy. Almost always. If you’re in your own business (or you work for someone in their own business) you already know this. The growing pile of unreviewed papers and/or unanswered emails are …
Last updated on June 6th, 2019 at 08:22 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)A few months ago we wrote about a donation project we were proud to begin supporting (Would You Take A Moment To Comment On A Post If It Meant That A Costa Rican …
Planning a visit to Costa Rica’s Guayabo National Monument? We outline what to know and why the site is worth a visit!
Choosing our ultimate happy place in Costa Rica was as difficult a task for us as a Lays-lover being challenged to eat just one salty, crispy, delicious potato chip. If you bet we couldn’t do it, you were right. We thought long and hard about …
We’ve done the Arenal Mundo Aventura canopy ziplining tour with Maleku visit. Here’s what you need to know, plus free discounts for each!
We work with the best Costa Rica tourism companies. Here’s 75+ of them, and an explanation of why they’re awesome!
Last updated on May 20th, 2017 at 05:10 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)Although miles away, my heart is with Canadians today. Happy birthday Canada! You might not be able to make it out clearly, but Ricky’s shirt in the photo above says “proud to be Canadian”. Ricky …
Last updated on May 29th, 2017 at 04:39 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)We think Costa Rica is pretty inspiring, however it is great to learn that our peers within the blogosphere think the same about our writing. A huge thanks to The Seven Minds, Writingrenee’s Blog, Lulu and …
Love Costa Rica sloths? Meet “Rapida” (photos and video)–the Costa Rican sloth that paid us a surprise visit at home one day. Pura vida!
Last updated on June 25th, 2019 at 08:12 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time) One year ago Maroon 5 headlined an incredible show at Costa Rica’s Festival Imperial in La Guacima, Alajuela. And, I missed it. I’ve been listening to the band since before their Maroon-inspired days, …
Looking for all-inclusive resorts in Costa Rica? We list some, but we also explain why the country is not an all-inclusive resort destination. Learn more!
As a child growing up in Costa Rica, Ricky worked as a bean-picker on a Costa Rica coffee plantation. Learn about his experiences here!
Last updated on February 27th, 2020 at 09:23 am GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)Most travellers who choose to visit Costa Rica do so with the intent to immerse themselves in a culture different than their own. With tourism booming in Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean, part …
Last updated on November 29th, 2017 at 05:49 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)WHY TRAVEL? Every traveller is different. Some travel to do something, many travel to avoid something, and others travel to become something. Some love it and some hate it. Some even make a …
Last updated on June 25th, 2019 at 08:12 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)UPDATE: Since writing the blog post below, we have created a donation project aimed at benefiting the children of some of Costa Rica’s indigenous communities. Please read more about our donation (and plans to …
For me, there’s nothing better than coming across a group of individuals so utterly dedicated to a cause that they commit their work to it. Don’t get me wrong, everyone who volunteers their time and resources to worthwhile initiatives in addition to the daily demands …
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