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Shannon Farley's Blog – February 2015 Archive (12)

Santa Teresa again chosen top beach in Central America for 2015

Article by Shannon Farley

Famous for its year-round surf, spectacular sunsets and friendly beach town, Santa Teresa Beach in Costa Rica was once again named a top beach in Central America in the newest…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 25, 2015 at 7:20pm — No Comments

Beachfront vacation homes are new place to stay in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Article by Shannon Farley

Renting a vacation home in Costa Rica, especially one at the beach, is a great…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 25, 2015 at 7:07pm — No Comments

Costa Rica is a favorite travel destination in 2015

Article by Shannon Farley

Continuing to be a favorite with world travelers, beaches and hotels in Costa Rica were named among the best in the world according to the latest TripAdvisor…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 20, 2015 at 6:31pm — No Comments

Traditional Marimba Music in Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Article by Shannon Farley

You can’t visit Guanacaste, Costa Rica without listening at least once to the distinct resonant sounds of a traditional marimba.

Considered a symbol of culture and tradition, especially in the province of Guanacaste, the marimba…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 18, 2015 at 8:32am — No Comments

Educational Tourism on Costa Rica’s Northern Caribbean Coast

Educational tourism is one of the fastest growing areas of travel and tourism. Not just for students, educational travel is about learning and being involved in community action projects while traveling and relaxing on vacation.

Costa Rica offers a wide variety of educational travel and volunteer opportunities for people of all ages. An excellent destination for educational…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 17, 2015 at 6:47pm — No Comments

What's that sweet summer smell of Nosara, Costa Rica?

Article by Shannon Farley

In the easy-going surf and yoga town of Playa Guiones, Costa Rica, there is a very strange smell in the air…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 17, 2015 at 3:34pm — No Comments

Whitewater action in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica at the Chorro River Race 2015

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The exciting, adrenaline-charged whitewater rafting and kayaking competition of the Chorro Race 2015 comes again to Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Coast on Feb. 21 to 22.

The second annual event is…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 17, 2015 at 3:12pm — No Comments

On the ball: Costa Rica football star named new Tourism Ambassador

Article by Shannon Farley

People around the world have their eye on Costa Rican football star Keylor Navas.

Not only is Navas a national hero for helping lead his team as…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 12, 2015 at 5:08pm — No Comments

How about a romantic getaway to Central America for your Valentine?

Article by Shannon Farley

Every February 14, around the world, people exchange cards, flowers, candy and gifts with their loved ones on this day of romance we call Valentine’s Day. But who is this mysterious…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 12, 2015 at 5:00pm — No Comments

See the video on why you want to live in Atenas, Costa Rica

Life in Atenas, Costa Rica is always “pura vida” – life is good. The new video about Atenas, Costa Rica by Pure Life Development of Atenas shows this with stunning footage of the mountain town’s natural beauty and attributes.…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 12, 2015 at 4:48pm — No Comments

Creative Souvenir Shopping in Nosara, Costa Rica

Shopping in Costa Rica, whether for Christmas gifts or birthdays, etc. is a creative affair in Playa Guiones, near Nosara.

The eclectic Guanacaste beach community is home to more than 35 talented international and national artists who sell handmade art and…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 5, 2015 at 5:33pm — No Comments

Extreme Adventure Sport of Flyboarding Comes to Costa Rica.

Known as the adventure capital of Costa Rica, the Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna area definitely have a lot of adventures to offer thrill-seekers.