Arenal volcano from La Fortuna city park

Costa Rica

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February 1st 2008
Costa Rica San Jose - is really quite nice for big city. Very westernized after being without for ages which is both good and bad. Have found a Taco Bell which is very exciting. People are friendly and lovely too even though pick pocketing is apparently bad. Monteverde - not a bad drive off road up to mountains with some spectacular scenery. Beautiful little cabins we are staying ... 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