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Overnighting near San Jose International Airport, Costa Rica?

If you are flying into the San Jose International Airport and need to overnight one or two nights before heading out to other tourist destinations in Costa Rica?  From my travel tips on “how to travel Costa Rica smarter and … Continue reading

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Should I Include Alajuela, the City of Mangos

Alajuela is Costa Rica’s second largest city with a population of around  50,000.   It’s biggest advantage is that it  is located only two miles from the international airport Juan Santa Maria.  It’s a great place to spend the first night … Continue reading

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Scenic Driving route Alajuela to Poas Volcano by Car

Travel Costa Rica by  rental car,  the best way to see the Real Costa Rica, with it’s abounding natural beauty.   Travel  the scenic back roads and experience Costa Rica’s small villages and rural way of life. Stop along the … Continue reading

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