Manuelo Antonio sunset

In Costa Rica With My Friend Paddy Hogan

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September 10th 2006
The first stop on my 9 month Latin America journey was Costa Rica to visit my old high-school friend Pat Hogan who has been living and teaching English in the capital - San Jose - over the past year. Pat is a cool guy, but very mysterious too. And he has some of the most gargantuan ankles you have ever seen! I know that Pat would not mind me saying so. In fact, I think he’s even a bit proud ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » San José

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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