News on Costa Rica

Apr
16
2009

Costa Rica Safest Country In Latin America For Second Year In A Row

Costa Rica has been awarded, for the second year in a row, the title of "safest country in Latin America for multinationals and executives" according to the Latin Security Index. The study analyses violence and safety across Latin America, grading countries on a scale of 1-5.

Read more prior to your Costa Rica vacation at: level5global.com

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Apr
16
2009

Costa Rica's Environmental Credentials Strengthened Again

In the 1990s Costa Rica became aware of the economic potential its own biodiversity and the importance of a conservation system. The first step was to put energy, environment, mines and water all under the authority of one Minister, allowing a new perspective on energy and ecology in the long term. Costa Rica has invested in renewable sources such as hydroelectric power, wind and geothermal energy, providing 90% of the country's energy needs. Even though oil was discovered in Costa Rican territory five years ago, drilling has been banned in order to preserve the conservation systems.

Read more prior to your Costa Rica vacation at: us.oneworld.net

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Apr
06
2009

26 Costa Rica Beaches Win Cleanliness Award

Twenty six beaches in Costa Rica's Guanacaste region have earned the Blue Flag environmental quality distinction this year. The Blue Flag distinction promotes the conservation of the country's beaches, bringing local people together to work for the sanitation and cleanness of the water for the benefit of the public. The Blue Flag distinction is awarded by a governmental authority and is a highly coveted award for Costa Rica beaches.

Read more prior to your Costa Rica vacation at: bobbyrica.com

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Apr
02
2009

Costa Rica On Track For World Cup

Costa Rica has retained second place in the North and Central America and Caribbean World Cup qualifiers after a 1-0 victory over El Salvador. Costa Rica is just one point behind group leaders, the United States, and is set for the World Cup finals in South Africa next year.

Read more prior to your Costa Rica vacation at: upload.wikimedia.org

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Mar
31
2009

Turtle Team Heading To Costa Rica

A group of conservation students from Western Oregon University is heading to Costa Rica to help La Tortuga Feliz, an organization that protects sea turtles. The group consists of six students and two staff advisers. The visit is part of the university's Alternate Break program which sends volunteers around the globe to participate in activities pro environment and service learning projects. The group will monitor the beach of Tortuguero National Park and the harbor of Limón, where many species of sea turtles visit to lay their eggs.

Read more prior to your Costa Rica vacation at: lcamediabase.com

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Mar
27
2009

Lights Out For Costa Rica

San Jose is joining 2,500 other cities this weekend with a mass turning out all the lights for Earth Hour, between 8:30 and 9:30pm. Earth Hour is an annual event organized by the World Wildlife Fund to draw attention to global environmental issues. Costa Rica's involvement seems natural given the country's internationally recognized environmental credentials.

Read more prior to your Costa Rica vacation at: ticotimes.net

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Mar
24
2009

Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen Say "I deux"

The New England Patriots quarterback, Tom Brady, and Brazilian model Gisele Bundchen will travel to Costa Rica for a wedding ceremony along with many of their friends and family. The couple got married in the United States in February with a private and simple ceremony. This time a large and celebratory ceremony is intended with many guests traveling to Costa Rica to accompany the couple.

Read more prior to your Costa Rica vacation at: bostonherald.com

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Mar
23
2009

Surfing All The Way To Ecuador

Costa Rica's junior surf team is preparing for the International Surfing Association World Junior Games in Salinas, Ecuador. All of the surfers are under18 years old and several have accumulated previous World Junior Games experience, giving them the confidence to perform at their best.

Read more prior to your Costa Rica vacation at: surfersvillage.com

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Mar
22
2009

One More Reason To Visit Costa Rica

"Medical Tourism" is term that is becoming increasingly popular, as many travelers visit countries like Costa Rica for medical treatments as well as wonderful vacation experiences. Because Costa Rica is known for its high quality medical services, the number of "medical tourists" visiting is constantly rising, with American visitors at the top of the list taking advantage of Costa Rica's excellent medical facilities and low treatment costs, along with its world famous vacation attractions.

Read more prior to your Costa Rica vacation at: globalpost.com

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Mar
17
2009

A Lesson In Costa Rica Bird Watching

The Redbud Audubon Society is hosting a talk on "Birding in Costa Rica" in Kelseyville this week featuring speakers such as Scott Klynstra, Bill and Karen MacDougall along with photographs of some of Costa Rica's most famous bird species. Costa Rica's unique environment is an attraction for birders the world over who come and explore the wide range of birds that make Costa Rica their home.

Read more prior to your Costa Rica vacation at: Lakeconews.com

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