The view from the shack

Tortugas, Rice and Beans.

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November 12th 2006
Buenos, Its been another amazing week for me. I love the ocean. I spent the last six days on Playa Longosta. It is part of the very expensive touristy town of Tamarindo. We spent our days comfortably tucked away in our tin shack between the huge hotel to the left and the enormous condos to the right. It was quite the humbling experience. The beach was incredible and beautiful shells were scatter ... 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