The new marina would house 500 boats. SolerPazos Group has announced that it will go ahead with plans to build a marina in Moin, Limon on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. Isla Moin, as it will be called, will become the first mega marina in Costa Rica and will include a luxury hotel, 600 condominiums, [...]

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Costa Rica is full of volunteer opportunities from nature conservation to childcare. With more than 3.5 percent of the world's total biodiversity residing within its boundaries, Costa Rica is home to some of the most awe-inspiring sights you'll ever set eyes on. To protect its precious lands, an astounding 26 percent of the country's total territory [...]

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The artifacts were recovered by Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Unit. Almost all Central Valley schoolchildren, amateur historians, culture lovers, and San José tourists have visited downtown's wonderful Museo de Oro Precolombino (Pre-Colombian Gold Museum), Museo Nacional (National Museum), and the Museo de Jade (Jade Museum). And now, museum lovers can rejoice, as 12 genuine pre-Colombian pieces [...]

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Costa Rica's Cow Parade will continue through August when the cows will be auctioned off. When the international CowParade arrived in San José, it not only brought 130 intricately painted fiberglass cows to the city's streets, but spearheaded a new campaign to revive interest in San José's downtown. And according to recent reports, it has done [...]

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Costa Rica's Rainy Season Kicks off With a Tropical Storm. A tropical depression forced officials to raise a red alert after it passed only 70 kms away from the Pacific Coast in Guanacaste last night at exactly 10pm and has since strengthened to be declared the first Tropical Storm of the season this morning at 9am. [...]

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The Real Intercontinental Hotel's Newest Tower Boasts Luxury and Refinement. In the Escazú Guachipelín neighborhood, you'll find beautiful homes, intimate neighborhoods, friendly neighbors and now, one more addition: the Hotel Real Intercontinental has begun construction of a tower worth $40 million.

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Spain will be the country of honor at Costa Rica's 10th Annual Book Fair. In recent months, San José has significantly increased its cultural offerings. In addition to city staples like the famed Museo de Oro Precolombino (Gold Museum) and colorful Mercado Central (Central Market), the city has come alive with live music, marched with the [...]

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An Artisan Market in Plaza la Democracia in San Jose, Costa Rica. So you are addicted to shopping and you are not sure that Costa Rica will give you what you need? Rest assured. Over the last decade, shopping here has become really rewarding. Whether you want to buy souvenirs, shop like the locals, or simply [...]

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Considering life in Costa Rica? Consider making it a sustainable one! It is not unusual to hear of people who traveled to Costa Rica on vacation, and decided on the spot to rent or buy a property and to start a new life. Not everyone can make such a decision and actually do it. It is [...]

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Two Costa Rican Bus Companies Lost their Permits in Surprise Inspections. If you've ever traveled though Costa Rica, you'll know that this Central American paradise's road system is far from perfect. The reality is a maze of winding mountain roads, potholes, and semi-paved paths that lead to breathtaking views and incredible natural attractions. Depending on your [...]

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