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Punta Mona, a Sustainable Version of the Swiss Family Robbinson

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November 6th 2006
Hola, I have just returned from one of the most incredible places on earth...Punta Mona. Last monday we loaded in a van and drove five hours across Costa Rica to the Caribbean cost. At last, I caught a glimpse of the ocean. Memories of my past summer in Martha´s Vineyard came flooding back and I felt at home. Standing in the sand, I knew the week ahead was going to be incredible. We were goin ... 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