The bridge over Rio Sixaola and the border with Panama

Sorry Costa Rica

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October 30th 2005
We're sorry Costa Rica, we didn't have enough time to devote to you, we had to make it to Panama in a hurry and, since you seem to be one of the easiest countries to get to in Central America, you'll be first on our list when we return to this part of the world. Fortuna was our first night's stop, not a bad little town it has a ski resort feel about it and is dominated by the imposing silhouett ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica

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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