**Page in construction** I'll be working on it on the weekends and throught the week during some free time.
- Pros:Amazing nation, great and nice people, scenery, and a lot to do and see
- Cons:Lack of indigious culture
- In a nutshell:PURA VIDA COSTA RICA
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Costa Rica's national currency is the Colon. However, the US dollar is very popular, especially in tourist areas. (about... more travel advice
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All over Costa Rica you will have the oppertunity to go horesback riding. From Monteverde to Jaco Beach the horses are... more travel advice
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Jungle Zip Lining is one of Costa Rica's most thrilling activities. The Adventura Canopy is the best zip lining in Costa... more travel advice
Futbol
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Football is very popular in Costa Rica. I saw a few matches in Santa Elena at the school field. Its a lot of fun anf you... more travel advice
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gr8 tips. i specially liked shopping and restaurant tips. i have to visit ur page on the national park that you mentioned.
great tips!
Hi Mateo! Your pages are ----> PURA VIDA!
Good photos and useful information, thanks for sharing!
Great page on Costa Rica...a beautiful country!
Nice page and tips on c.r.
yes beautiful dancers..
haven't been to Costa Rica in while. I guess it is time to go back again. Like your travelogue on Costa Rican traditional dance
Looks like an awsomje trip great pics and tips Mateo ;)
Excellent coverage of this amazing country...great job!!!
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