Eye on Costa Rica

Enjoy a neutral perspective on life in Costa Rica from a North American Ex-pat who has lived on both coasts of this beautiful country for some 20 years. Just livin the life of "PURA VIDA"!!

Friday, February 26, 2010

“Peach Palm”, a sorry translation for the popular Pejibaye Fruit in Costa Rica

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When traveling or living in a foreign country, experimenting with foods, fruits and customs of the host country should be a part of your adv...
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Saturday, February 13, 2010

Your lucky day? A bit about the Gambling Industry in Costa Rica.

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Costa Rica, though not generally the first choice for a gambling themed vacation, has over the last few years continued growing as a new des...
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Saturday, January 30, 2010

Quepos, Costa Rica....once home to the fierce Quepoa Indians!

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Quepos acquired its name from the Quepoa Indians, which derived from the Boruca tribes that migrated northward from Columbia towards the end...
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Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Tico Tarzan...a true Costa Rican Adventure!!

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Imagine upon moving to a foreign country one of the first persons you meet is fondly known by all as ¨Tico Tarzan¨! Officially named Gilber...
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Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Just being a Fool in Costa Rica.....again!!

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Are you a fool every day, just on April fool’s Day, or surprise!.... you could be proven a fool while in Costa Rica in late December! Decem...
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Monday, December 7, 2009

Traditions for a typical Costa Rican Christmas…..we´re doing what??

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In case you haven´t noticed, Costa Rica Christmas decorations and discount sales began long before Halloween dates passed. This brings to m...
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Saturday, November 21, 2009

Shoe Tossing, Shoefiti....Why do those shoes hang from Power Lines?

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Next time you are traveling in Latin America, or practically any country nowadays for that matter, as you pass through some of the small tow...
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Monday, November 9, 2009

Squirrel Monkey or Mono Titi (in Spanish)… We´re too damn cute, don´t let us dissappear!

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Literally everyday I have the pleasure of being visited by one of the cutest little jungle creatures you will ever encounter……the friendly T...
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Getting ¨Casado¨ in Costa Rica. No, not married….read on!

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If you are looking for one of the best and tasty deals to be found in Costa Rica, think about getting ¨married¨. Wait, wait, wait, no need t...
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