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Celebrate Costa Rica Independence Day, Wednesday September 15
On September 15, 1821, Guatemala proclaimed independence from Spain for all Central American countries. Most of Central America celebrates Independence Day on the same day including Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.
Exiting Costa Rica
Costa Rica requires a departure tax which needs to be paid at the airport before you leave. At the Juan Santamaria Airport you pay this at the area to the right in the main terminal. There are a large number of desks where the tax is collected.
Costa Rica Bedfinder Launches Online Marketing For Hotels And Lodges
Costa Rica Bedfinder is offering owners and operators of hotels, resorts, lodges, inns and B&Bs the opportunity to promote their business cost-effectively through self-advertising on a state-of-the-art lodging website, www.CostaRicaBedfinder.com.
Starbucks Coffee coming to Central America
Starbucks Coffee Company, the most profitable gourmet coffee seller in the United States, announced Monday that it soon will be opening stores throughout Central America.
The Tayra of Costa Rica
One of the unusual mammals you may get a chance to spot while you are in Costa Rica is the tayra.
Eating Out in Costa Rica Part II
While in Costa Rica one can enjoy the same food from many of the same restaurants that they do in the United States and Canada.
Eating out in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is not a country that is known for their food. However, you may find some very interesting great food that you have never had before there.
Interbus - an affordable option for transportation in Costa Rica
A great option for individuals who don’t want to rent a car and drive and don’t feel comfortable taking the public bus is Interbus.
