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How Costa Rica Is Saving The Environment – Inside Costa Rica

How Costa Rica Is Saving The EnvironmentInside Costa RicaIt's Costa Rica. Amid news of global environmental degradation, the country has shone a spotlight on how certain economic policies and favorable governance can turn a country (at least, a small country in Central America) into a relatively sustainable, …and more »

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First Comic Book Store In Costa Rica Opens – Inside Costa Rica

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First Comic Book Store In Costa Rica OpensInside Costa RicaTroy, the owner/manager of talked about opening the only comic store in Costa Rica, Boomshop Comics. There are a couple of other shops here that sell toys, games and whatnot and have a couple comics along with them, but we're the only real “comic [...]

Costa Rica’s Former President Figueres Insisted On His Innocence – Inside Costa Rica

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Costa Rica's Former President Figueres Insisted On His InnocenceInside Costa RicaFormer Costa Rican president Jose Maria Figueres presents documents during his appearance before a legislative panel investigating accusations against him over dealings with French telecom firm Alcatel at the congress building in San José Thursday.Figueres testifies in legislative probeTico Timesall 5 news articles »

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The Science Behind Costa Rica’s Tourism Board Gift Of Happiness Campaign – Inside Costa Rica

The Science Behind Costa Rica's Tourism Board Gift Of Happiness CampaignInside Costa RicaCosta Rica's vacation appeal is undeniable, particularly to visitors from North America, but that didn't stop the national tourism board (Instituto Costarricense de Turismo, ICT) from launching one of the most ambitious -and successful- marketing …

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Family Denied Entry Into Costa Rica For Short Passport Expiry – Inside Costa Rica

Family Denied Entry Into Costa Rica For Short Passport ExpiryInside Costa RicaThe debate is ongoing, however the reality is that a Kanata, Ontario (Canada) family is out some $6.000 and missed out on their vacation in Costa Rica. Most countries, including Costa Rica, require as a condition of entry at least three month's expiry …Hugh [...]

¢5.000 Monthly Increase Set For Costa Rica’s Public Employees – Inside Costa Rica

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¢5.000 Monthly Increase Set For Costa Rica's Public EmployeesInside Costa RicaFive thousand colones (¢5.000) was a key number in Costa Rica this past week, for it was the amount the rolled back speeding fines and the salary increase set by the government for public sector employees for the first half of 2012. …and [...]

Miley Cyrus Curses Rude Fan In Costa Rica – Inside Costa Rica

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Miley Cyrus Curses Rude Fan In Costa RicaInside Costa RicaWhile on vacation in Costa Rica Miley Cyrus has to use the "f" word when called the "A" word by a fan upset of not getting her autograph. Least to say Cyrus' visit a hit a sour note when fans started feeling a little [...]

Roads In Costa Rica Worst Enemy Of Every Driver – Inside Costa Rica

Roads In Costa Rica Worst Enemy Of Every DriverInside Costa RicaBut, in Costa Rica there is another cause that is claiming lives that, with a few dollars well spent, could easily reduce the fatality rate. We are taking about roadside barriers, guardrails and markings or better yet, the lack of such. …

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Vacation in Costa Rica For Free – Inside Costa Rica

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Vacation in Costa Rica For FreeInside Costa RicaThe Costa Rica Tourism Board is giving away the free one-week long vacation as part of its online contest to attract visitors to the country. To qualify just fill out the only form and pack your bags for you could be one of the 255 lucky [...]

Costa Rica: General Strike Called for December 13th – Inside Costa Rica

Costa Rica: General Strike Called for December 13thInside Costa RicaProtests and strikes work in Costa Rica, just take a look at the thousands of motorcyclists taking to the streets, gasoline owners blocking the Recope depots and anesthesiologists and doctors holding state hospital and patients hostage for more that …

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