Making Xmas tamales at Carlos' house

Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

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December 25th 2008
I decided to spend more time in Nicaragua and sacrifice the pricier Costa Rica and Panama. The bus from the Costa Rican border to San Juan (CR capital) got me into the city at the dreaded after dark slot. I tend to favour night buses as you save one night´s accomodation and get into the city ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » Puntarenas » Osa Peninsula » Puerto Jimenez

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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