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Costa Rica

Covered in lush rain forests and populated with monkeys and sloths and toucans, Costa Rica is an adventure-lovers paradise.

Pura Vida

Overview

This is Costa Rica. Literally The Rich Coast. The Pacific Ocean on one side and Caribbean Sea on the other the middle is filled with green national parks, wild animals and the best coffee on earth. A place of adventure, discovery, and emerald beauty. In this Cerca Guide Marifé Quesada and Amela Becirevic will tell you exactly how to navigate through this timeless biodiverse land of jungles and drop dead gorgeousness.

Costa Rica Guide

The Cerca Guide to Costa Rica.

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Marifé

Amela

Fun Facts About Costa Rica

"Pura Vida" embodies the country's relaxed and laid-back attitude, its appreciation for nature and sustainability, and its commitment to living a simple and fulfilling life.

Peaceful Costa Rica has maintained a policy of disarmament and neutrality since 1949, and has no army.

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