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A Costa Rican Christmas

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It’s Christmas Eve; a time to celebrate with your family and friends – preferably by eating a tamal, drinking some eggnog and setting up the Nativity scene at home?

On behalf of all of us at The Tico Times, we wish you a wonderful holiday with your family and friends.

See also: The perfect Costa Rican Christmas in 10 easy steps

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