Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

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National Symbol of Costa Rica

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The Marimba The marimba became Costa Rica’s National Musical Instrument in 1996,when, then President José María Figueres formalized it. At that time the marimba was at the lowest point of its popularity. It came into use in Costa Rica in the late 18th century after its introduction through the Mesoamerican peoples of Guatemala and those...

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Scuba Diving the Pacific Coast

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Most scuba diving on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica takes place along 30-fairly-large islands. Along the Catalina Islands’ formation, there are also 20 smaller islands. Each one has its own unique underwater marine setting and inhabitants based on the different depths or plateaus for sub-sea exploration. Snorkelling is also a great way to enjoy the...

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Check-List and Warnings

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Check-List: What to Bring Proof of your dive competence- PADI, CMAS, NAUI, SSI, or other recognized dive-certification. A recent Log-Book, if available, this will help to illustrate your knowledge and experience. Gear- Everyone has their preferences for diving gear. In Costa Rica you can rent it all, wet-suits, masks, fins, weights, BC’s, and of course...

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Costa Rica Tourism

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Tourism is popular in beautiful Costa Rica and like many others who visit, you may never want to leave; but, ‘That is OK as well!’ The Republic of Costa Rica is located on the Isthmus of Panama, between Nicaragua in the north and Panama in the south. On the west coast is the Pacific Ocean and...

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Costa Rica Pre Columbian Art

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Pre-Columbian Art - Costa Rica & the Americas Part I Often, record setting prices are achieved for Pre-Columbian art at auction houses such as Sotheby’s, Bonham, Skinner or Christie’s. Owners and buyers come from all over the world. Pre-Columbian art treasures also come from Costa Rica. In November 2014, thirty-one Latin American artists had their...

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Gay Costa Rica Tourism

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Gay Tourism in Costa Rica Updated December 2015 In follow-up to our blogs, "Costa Rica Culture" and “A Friendly Resort For Costa Rica Gay Family Travel” the legal barriers to a gay friendly lifestyle in Costa Rica continue to come down. The Country’s stance on LGBT rights is leaning increasingly towards that of total acceptance....

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Costa Rica LGBT Tourism

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Costa Rica LGBT Tourism Costa Rica is developing a reputation for Gay friendly tourism for both visitors and those choosing to live here. This blog addresses the reason for the rise in Costa Rica LGBT tourism with respect to changed attitudes, where to stay, religion, economics and the laws. As in most western nations these...

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The Costa Rica Emblems & Coat of Arms

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Costa Rica’s Coat of Arms Created: May 2015 Costa Rica's Coat of Arms (also called the National Shield) depicts its geography, the oceans, prosperity, the provinces and coffee. Costa Rica Coat of Arms (1998 to Present) The Coat of Arms has three volcanoes depicting the three mountain ranges of the Country and a valley in the...

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Beach Safety

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Beach Safety - Use Caution Anywhere in the world the sea and the beaches provide an abundant source of pleasure and enjoyment. However, using safety on the beach and sea is vital as it can be a dangerous adversary. One danger lurking along shorelines is the elusive ‘rip currents’; powerful, narrow channels of fast-moving water...

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More about Medical Tourism in Costa Rica

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All ‘medical tourism products’ are monitored by a joint group, comprising health care providers in the private sector, and those representing the public sector, mainly the government. ‘PROMED’, the Council for the International Promotion of Costa Rican Medicine was formed to monitor and direct the industry’s growth and expansion. The Ministry of Tourism estimates that...

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