Monthly Archives: July 2011

Chubascos Restaurant on Road to Poas Volcano National Park, Costa Rica

Chubascos Restaurant on Road to Poas Volcano, Costa Rica Looking for a good place to eat on your day outing to the Poas Volcano National Park in Costa Rica?   I can recommend Chubascos  , a lovely open air rustic … Continue reading

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Rio Celeste Hideaway Hotel located on banks of Rio Celeste (Blue River) Hotel Review

A TRUE HIDEAWAY! Hotel Review by Ann, “The Costa Rica Expert”  The Rio Celeste Hideaway Hotel -Luxury in the Jungle located on the banks of the Rio Celeste (Blue River) in NorthCentral  Costa Rica. If you are looking for rest … Continue reading

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Cost of Living in Costa Rica in 2011

Costa Rica used to be an inexpensive place to live but not anymore.  This in June 2011 and the cost of one gallon of super gasoline is  $5.66.   This year the dollar has weakened.  The exchange rate went from 580 … Continue reading

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Costa Rica’s New 2,000 colon bill Feathers A Shark Photo

Costa Rica’s newly printed 2,000 colon bill feathers a beautiful shark.  Wonder which government official  is responsible for a shark being chosen?  Must have been someone who loves wildlife and wants to protect sharks  instead of  allowing for them to … Continue reading

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Costa Rica’s Sharks

Are there  sharks in Costa Rica’s waters.   The answer is yes.  Are they in danger?  The answer is yes!  Shark fining is going on  off the Pacific coast of Costa Rica.  And why is this allowed?  The government of Costa … Continue reading

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