List of 100 most recent messages and comments- Sat Nov 25 11:45:06 2006:
Sopa_Negra CommentOk, makes me feel better that I am not losing it. I thought I saw somewhere that it has egg in it. I guess there are just different varieties of Sopa... - Sat Nov 25 11:43:56 2006:
Favorite_Costa_Rica_dish CommentRice pudding doesn't do it for me. Costa Rican foods aren't that good. Stick to the fruits, they are usually good. Many exotic... - Sat Nov 25 11:42:51 2006:
Holiday Food Traditions MessageWhat are some foods that are eaten on the holidays? In America we have turkey on Thanksgiving, some eat ham. We have an assortment of pies as well.... - Sat Nov 25 11:41:42 2006:
Fast_Food CommentTaco Bell with the genuine Costa Rican foods. I have heard all over the board that the Costa Rican food is nothing to talk about. It is bland and not that great. I can't stand Taco Bell.... - Sat Nov 25 11:40:24 2006:
Condo Living MessageWhat types of ammenities does condo life give you. I have found a brand new, huge condominium in Jaco and don't know too much about Condo life. Can't you buy, but then you have to pay a month payment for the... - Sat Nov 25 11:38:50 2006:
Manuel Antonio Heightsq MessageI would like some feedback from anyone that has lived in, currently lives in, or just knows a lot about this area. I have heard that there are some great log houses, waterfalls,... - Sat Nov 25 11:37:22 2006:
Looking for land MessageI am looking for land where I could dock a boat. I want to build right on the water and be walking distance from a boat on the... - Sat Nov 25 11:36:21 2006:
41049-golf_retirement_communities CommentThere is one area I have heard of that has great golf and condos. You definately want to check out Del Pacifico at Esterillos. Everything you want is there. It is really gorgeous, prime land and real... - Tue Nov 21 22:50:48 2006:
Wines MessageAre there areas in Costa Rica that make their own wine? I am sure there are. I was just wondering, any responses would be appreciated. Do they have wine tastings... - Tue Nov 21 22:49:03 2006:
Guanacaste_Beaches CommentThere are too many to choose from. Guanacaste is pretty much one big beach. There are just different areas with different hobbies. Like, if you like scuba diving, fishing, surfing. There are all different beaches that cater to those types of... - Tue Nov 21 22:47:38 2006:
83239-looking_for_a_job CommentJaco is a fairly big tourist attraction so you may look in to hotels and restaurants. Or, bars if you like the nightlife. Also, Real Estate is a fairly good career option... - Tue Nov 21 22:44:01 2006:
Desserts CommentI have had a few different pudding varieties. Like, rice pudding and some fruit puddings. They also have some varrieties of pound... - Sun Nov 19 02:04:45 2006:
tv CommentThey have areas that also offer sattelite tv too. I am not sure what kind of American shows you would get. I wouldn't think you would get American shows, but just ones that are similar made in Costa Rica or South... - Sun Nov 19 02:01:21 2006:
Canopy tours, who has been? MessageOk, I have been to Costa Rica, but I didn't get to go on a canopy tour. I am going back with friends at the first of the new year. My friend is scared of heights, will she freak out, or is it not that high? Some advise and information would be... - Sun Nov 19 01:59:31 2006:
I read the best things about Tamarindo MessageI didn't know much about Tamarindo and I was planning on visiting Jaco Beach in the new year. But, after reading up on Tamarindo, I think that will be one of my first stops. It sounds wonderful. Gorgeous beaches and lots of activities such as golf,... - Sun Nov 19 01:56:13 2006:
193016-work CommentI think in that area, being a real estate agent is a huge profession in which they are always looking for more people. I think teaching and doing real estate would be a fairly good income... - Sun Nov 19 01:53:50 2006:
Well known artists MessageWhat are some of the well known artists from the Costa Rica area? I don't really know of any popular ones that are well known. I live in the city where Georgia O Keefe... - Sun Nov 19 01:52:14 2006:
Favorite_place CommentJaco Beach is very nice. It is where we stayed the majority of the time we were there. We also enjoyes San Jose. Those would be my top two. I will be back visiting before too long and I plan on staying at Jaco Beach the majority of the... - Wed Nov 15 19:16:00 2006:
Best_Business_to_Have_in_Costa_Rica CommentI had no clue that income was that small as compared to in the U.S. I guess you can really have a great time in Costa Rica on very little money. I haven't been in many years and didn't rememeber how much everything cost. I was looking up some places to... - Wed Nov 15 19:12:23 2006:
Zoo Suggestion MessageI will be traveling through Costa Rica with some friends and we thought about checking out a zoo or some kind of wildlife preserve. I know that the animals must be amazing compared to what I see at the zoos in America. Any suggestions of a tour to go on?... - Wed Nov 15 19:10:30 2006:
Sopa Negra MessageHas anyone tried sopa negra? I know it is black beans and poached eggs, but as an American I have never tried it. I was wondering if it is really good. I have a neice that is doing a project on Costa Rica and she has to bring a food, but she doesn't want... - Wed Nov 15 19:08:04 2006:
What_are_they_known_for CommentReally they are known for their good food and of course the coffee. I have heard that they have better coffee than you can get almost anywhere across the globe.... - Wed Nov 15 19:03:09 2006:
Mixed Drinks to request MessageTo anyone that has been to Costa Rica or lives there, what are the best kinds of mixed drinks to try? I have been, but didn't do much drinking while there. I was mostly there on business and stayed busy. I am taking some friends in a couple of... - Wed Nov 15 19:00:50 2006:
Rincon Volcano MessageWhere is this located? I have heard that there are mud baths there. And, that they are a blast at the volcano. I was wondering if this was near the Arenal... - Tue Nov 14 15:23:45 2006:
Surfing_school_awesome_experience CommentWow, it sounds like you had a great time. 1200 per week sounds absolutely reasonable for the experience you had. I am going to look into this, I will be back in the area in about 12 weeks and that just sounds amazing. I love to surf, but where I live... - Tue Nov 14 15:15:19 2006:
How_much_should_I_bring CommentI am an American and when I last went to Costa Rica I spent on average 200.00 per day, but that included hotel cost + many extras including great food, gambling, and other entertainment. I would say you could make it on much less than that. I would say... - Tue Nov 14 15:11:18 2006:
Cost_Of_Living CommentI have seen some decent properties in Costa Rica for around 50, 000 USD. They are small, but very neat little houses and very Costa Rican style. They have a lot of character. If you could afford to buy a vacation/retirement home between 50, 000-100, 000...
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