Dia de la Anexion de Guanacaste ~ Guanacaste Annexation Day
Almost two centuries have gone by since our beautiful province of Guanacaste, home to the world-renown Gold Coast, annexed to Costa Rica.
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Costa Rica festivals and cultural events
In Costa Rica, popular or cultural festivals reflect the ideologies and aspirations of a nation. These allow to see the desires, the worries and the emotional and intuitive contents of the Costa Rican people. They make us think of cultural diversity, assimilation and miscegenation.
Currency in Costa Rica ~ USD or CRC?
What is the Currency in Costa Rica?
The official currency of Costa Rica is the Colón (pronounced the same as "cologne" - plural: colones; sign: ₡; code: CRC). Even so, US dollars and Euros are accepted in many tourist locations at hotels, grocery stores and boutiques.
Why Costa Rica is called the Switzerland of Central America
Many people around the world and in the country call Costa Rica the "Switzerland of Central America” for both the outstanding green landscapes and also for the fact that we strive for democracy and have no standing army. As beautiful as Costa Rica may be, it has areas that stand out the most.
No more single-use styrofoam will be used in Pura Vida country!
Costa Rica, land of green and natural landscapes, lush and misty foliage and home to 5% of the world’s biodiversity, is no different to other countries when it comes to avoiding and attacking environmental issues that degrade the country’s natural life.
Coffee exportation placed Costa Rica on the map!
Costa Rican coffee is amongst the fresh and top quality produce that Costa Rica is very well known for and one of the most popular beverages in the world.
Variety of microclimates in Costa Rica
While general weather in Costa Rica tends to be relatively consistent, the variety in microclimates does not cease to amaze us. One of the easiest ways to experience microclimates in Costa Rica is to take a bus trip from Atenas to my home city of Cartago or vice versa.
National Heroes of Costa Rica!
Costa Rica is known for manufacturing and exporting top quality products to multiple countries in the world, such as coffee, fruits, electronic devices and many more. But what may go unnoticed sometimes is that we export talent as well. There are more than a few “Ticos” out there that are performing outstandingly in their specific fields and we are going to mention a few below that you might have not heard of yet.
Tours departing from Playa Tamarindo
Besides Tamarindo’s vast variety of amenities and things to do, many of our visitors look for activities and tours that guarantee relaxing and soothing experiences, as well as exciting and intense ones.
Tamarindo nightlife
Playa Tamarindo is well known for its gorgeous white sand beach, for having perfect surf breaks, incredible international and local dining, its proximity to amazing attractions and world-class beaches, and its vibrant and entertaining night life.
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