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Costa Rica Yoga: Adapting Practice while on your Trip

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The word “yoga” in Sanskrit literally translates to “union or coming together” – a joining of the body, mind and spirit. As travelers, it’s...
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Costa Rica’s Unofficial Third Season

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Costa Rica has a tropical climate since it lies so near the equator.  In fact, the country is famous for having one of the...
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Domestic airlines prepare Semana Santa flights and deals

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Two domestic airlines, SANSA and Costa Rica Green Airways, continue to offer intra-national flights during the coronavirus pandemic. 
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Domestic airlines resume intra-Costa Rica flights

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Costa Rican airline SANSA has resumed domestic commercial service, the carrier announced.
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Trip Report: Flying domestic airlines in Costa Rica

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As part of The Tico Times’ Deep Dives, we review domestic flights in Costa Rica.
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Tips for meaningful travel in Costa Rica

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Here are some tips on how to make the most of your Costa Rican experience.
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Despite its dark past, Medellín, Colombia, remains one of Latin America’s great cities

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Once synonymous with drugs and bloodshed, Medellín now provides an unbelievably vibrant and colorful stage for an increasing number of foreign visitors.
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Café Rojo: And here the twain shall meet

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Café Rojo is cute. The red sign hanging from the iron gate is cute. The one-room dining room is cute. Slatted wood tables out...
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Urban bus tour celebrates San José

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“When you’re on vacation,” says Andrés Oreamuno, “you want to take the most advantage of your time. You don’t want to waste a minute.” So...
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Eight official rules for getting your free refill at McDonald’s

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If you're from the U.S. or Canada, you likely understand the concept of  free refills quite well. You order a soft drink. When you've...
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What to Do if Bees Attacks you in Cost Rica

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The only thing someone can do when attacked by bees is run, preferably in a zig-zag pattern, to the shelter of deep water or...
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