beach on shore

Dec 23 Costa Rica

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January 23rd 2011
5AM I woke looking forward to Costa Rica. Our boat was already docked at the port of Puntarenas. The peer is so long that it can hold 2 ships of this size, there is actually a shuttle provided to take you to the town. It is a beautiful sunny day 31C, the port is beautiful with coconut palms and small buildings, it looks like a small island there is actually 4000 people living here. ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » Puntarenas

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Costa Rica is a Central American success story: since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of violence have marred its democratic development. Although still a largely agricultural country, it has expanded its economy to include strong techn... ... read more