William Harris

A General Overview of Costa Rican Norms and Customs 1
- Beyond
- November 16, 2021
As with all countries, Costa Rica has its own set of norms and customs, based on centuries of tradition and social development. Ticos are very proud of their customs and traditions, roots, and history. One great norm is that Costa Ricans are extraordinarily friendly to visitors and tourists, even to the extent of sharing a holiday
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Grocery Shopping on a Budget in Costa Rica 0
- Beyond
- November 8, 2021
There is no denying that the cost of groceries in Costa Rica is rather high, certainly higher than in the neighboring countries in Latin America. Whether you’re going to be doing some vacation shopping for those little items you forgot to bring or thought you could pick up upon arrival, or are aiming to be long-term
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The Areas of the G.A.M: Escazu 0
- Beyond
- November 1, 2021
As part of a series of articles looking at the various areas of Costa Rica I, or others, have experienced and enjoyed, and in some cases, come to love, I thought I must tell you about Escazu. For me, even the name has an enchanted connotation, and visitors have had some magical days and nights
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The Greater Metropolitan Area of Costa Rica 0
- Beyond, People and Culture
- October 25, 2021
Costa Rica has so much to offer the visitor with its unparalleled bio-diversity, the warm and friendly people, the world-class beaches and oceans, and the great sporting and leisure activities to be enjoyed. However, you wouldn’t really know Costa Rica until you have had the opportunity to visit the towns and cities of this beautiful
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