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- Race Challenge Rincón de la Vieja race
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International Circuit organized by The North Face promotes trail running or mountain use jogging trails.
ENDURANCE CHALLENGE 2013 is an endurance race, part of an international circuit organized by The North Face and seeks to promote physical activity in the nature of safe and responsible way, applying the philosophy of minimal impact, and also encourage the practice of trail running or use of mountain trails to run.
includes categories for people who are getting started in the sport, intermediate and expert.
10 kms: Departure 8:30 a.m. Registration Fee: $ 50
21 kms: Departure 7:30 am Cost Registration: $ 75
50 kms: Departs 6:30 am Cost Registration: $ 90
80 Kms: Depart 5:30 a.m. Registration Fee: $ 110
Latin Tour 2013:
Ecuador - June
Costa Rica - June
Chile - October
Argentina - November - Costa Rica overview
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All the basics about Costa Rica, its People, Culture, History, Nature, Economy, Land and more.
A full brief about Costa Rica, its people, culture, history, nature, economy, land and more.
Costa Rica is incredibly natural diverse country with a widely diverse culture, people, history, and geography.
Also, Costa Rica has major social, economic and political factors affecting local and international visitors, residents and business owners.
Costa Rica has two coasts and with that, two main cultures. On the Pacific Ocean, typically are the Ticos (Costa Ricans) and on the Atlantic Ocean, especially in and around Limon, is an English-speaking, Jamaican influenced African-Caribbean culture.
A high altitude change throughout the central part of the country offers all ranges of precipation levels creating hundred of mico climate zones. If the desire is to experience a warm and dry climate with seasonal changes, or a jungle to still see the autumn colors in a variety of trees, then the dry forests of the northwest Pacific Coast of Costa Rica in the Guancaste province could be your choice. Tropical climates along the coasts to highland climates occur in all altitudes throughout the mountainous country offering the greatest variety of temperature zones; one of them surely will fit your definition of "perfect climate".
Costa Ricans take great pride in their country and are very honest people. The relatively low crime rate and multitude of natural diversity within such a small space makes living there an experience filled with beauty and excitement. The country offers four types of rain forests and over 60 clearly recognizable volcanoes.
Costa Rica, meaning "Rich Coast", was the first country in the world to constitutionally abolish the use of a national army. Costa Rica ranks 4th in the Human Development Index, among Latin America countries. In terms of the Environmental Performance Index, Costa Rica ranks 5th in the world and number one in the Americas. Purchasing Costa Rica Properties / Real Estate is popular especially amongst North Americans and Europeans for several reasons.
Costa Rica has a total of 51,100 sq.km (19,730 sq.mil) and possesses the greatest density and biodiversity of species in the world.
The highest point in the country is Cerro Chiripo at 3,820 metres (12,532 ft). The highest volcano in the country is the Volcan Irazu (3,431 m / 11,257 ft) and there are about 60 recognizable Volcanoes with several still active.
Country Overview
Costa Rica has two coasts and with that, two cultures; on the Pacific Ocean you will find the Ticos (Costa Ricans) and on the Atlantic Ocean, especially in and around Limon, it is an English speaking; Jamaican influenced African-Caribbean culture.
A high altitude change throughout the central part of the country offers all ranges of climates. If the desire is to experience a warm and dry climate with seasonal changes, or a jungle to still see the autumn colors in a variety of trees, then the dry forests of the northwest Pacific Coast of Costa Rica in the Guancaste province could be your choice. Tropical climates along the coasts to highland climates occur in all altitudes throughout the mountainous country offering the greatest variety of temperature zones; one of them surely will fit your definition of "perfect climate".
Costa Ricans take great pride in their country and are very honest people. The relatively low crime rate and multitude of natural diversity within such a small space makes living there an experience filled with beauty and excitement. The country offers four types of rain forests and over 60 clearly recognizable volcanoes.
Costa Rica, meaning "Rich Coast", was the first country in the world to constitutionally abolish the use of a national army., Costa Rica ranks 4th in the Human Development Index, among Latin America. In terms of the Environmental Performance Index Costa Rica ranks 5th in the world, and number one in the Americas.
Costa Rica's has a total of 51,100 square kilometers (19,730 square miles) and possess the greatest density and diversity of of species in the world.
The highest point in the country is Cerro Chiripo at 3,820 metres (12,532 ft), being the fifth highest peak in all of Central America. The highest volcano in the country is the Volcan Irazu (3,431 m / 11,257 ft).
Costa Rica has one of the most advanced telecommunications systems in Latin America with telephones and fax machines all over the country and an increasing number of businesses online. To call or fax Costa Rica, dial the country code 506; cell phones now start with a 8 and land lines with a 2 before the 7 digit phone number you want to call. There is also mail service and an ample selection of courier services in San Jose. Most large hotels have cable television with U.S. and European stations. Newspapers and magazines from North America and several European nations are sold in many shops and hotels in and around the capital. It is easy to get around Costa Rica, and if you stick with public transportation, traveling within the country can be quite inexpensive. There are bus services to just about every town and city. Taxis are plentiful and inexpensive, and in San Jose, they are required to use meters for most trips. The quickest way to get around is to fly, and several domestic airlines offer daily flights to most of the popular tourist destinations. Sansa and Nature Air are two from which to choose. There are also plenty of car rental agencies spread throughout the tourist concentrated regions of the country most of which rent four-wheel-drive vehicles.
Geography: Costa Rica has a total land mass of 50,660 square kilometers with a total of 639 kilometers of border line shared by Nicaragua to the north and Panama to its south. Costa Rica has a tropical and subtropical environment with four different types of forests and a proportional large area of coast line for its size with a total of 1290 km. The climate varies greatly depending on location-dry in the northwest, hot and humid on either coast line and cooler in highlands. The elevation extremes are enormous for such a small country. Central America was created volcanic eruptions which created the bridge between North and South America making it possible for animal migration. Through the last Ice-Age the largest biodiversity survived in and around Costa Rica. Of this historic volcanic activity, at least sixty volcanoes are found in Costa Rica. The highest mountain peak is Cerro Chirripo with an altitude of 3810 meters (app.11,500ft). Costa Rica has overall a very stable temperature despite its seasonal changes, with the dry season lasting from December through April and the rainy season from May through November
Environmental overview: Some international agreements Costa Rica is party to are: Biodiversity, Climate Change, Desertification, Endangered Species, Environmental Modification, Hazardous Wastes, Law of the Sea, Marine Dumping, Nuclear Test Ban, Ozone Layer Protection, Wetlands, Whaling signed, but not ratified: Climate Change-Kyoto Protocol, and Marine Life Conservation
Article courtesy of CostaRica-Information.com
- 3 Days at Guachipelin!
- EXPOTUR for public
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EXPOTUR is the travel trade-mart of Costa Rica and the region, this year from May 8th to 10th for the industry visitors and a second part on 11 and 12 of May open to public. It offers all participants an excellent opportunity for finding new travel products and know a lot more about all regions of Costa Rica.
What is Expotur?
EXPOTUR is the travel trade-mart of Costa Rica and the region.
EXPOTUR offers all participants an excellent opportunity for finding new travel products.
With 28 uninterrupted years, it represents the best platform for those who want to put together a travel package containing excellent value, and at the same time receive a good return on their investment.
This event, organized by the Costa Rican Association of Professionals in Tourism -ACOPROT - gathers more than 300 representatives of tourism companies in Costa Rica and the region.
The variety and quality of tourism products and services is one of the major attractions for those who come looking for new products and programs for their clients.
The participation of sellers of products and services, focused in different segments of the tourist trade, allows buyers to select the companies which will offer them the best selection of products for their needs. Thus, the supply of services to choose from include, airlines, hotels, car rentals as well as specific products such as sports activities, weddings and honeymoons, sun and beach activities, eco-tourism, adventure, medical tourism, holistic tourism, and many others.
Much emphasis has been placed on meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions as well as corporate travel, educational tourism, senior tourism and cultural tourism.
The sellers represent all the tourist regions of Costa Rica and Central American countries.
The buyers consist of international wholesalers of three continents and in addition, some wholesale companies have been honouring us with their presence since the first edition of our event in 1985. This is without a doubt a sample of loyalty, effectiveness and the seriousness of EXPOTUR.
Also, to get familiar with the innovations and the new tourism offers of the country, Post Tours are available to buyers, so that they may experience the variety and quality of products offered in the Travel-mart. The consolidation of the event, plus a professional organization guarantees effective and quality negotiations.
Do not miss this opportunity to discover why EXPOTUR creates the perfect climate for you to connect with the best businesses of the tourism industry of the region. - The Philharmonic Orchestra presents: We Are Latinos!!!
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The Philharmonic presents Sabor Latino, a tribute to our music. Best of Hector Lavoe, Ruben Blades, Marc Anthony, El Gran Combo of Puerto Rico, Celia Cruz, Gilberto Santarosa, Juan Luis Guerra, and many more.
3 concerts will be held on 26, 27 and 28 April at the Teatro Melico Salazar.
Tickets are on sale at specialticket.netLUNETA ¢ 21,000
PALCO ¢ 21,000
2nd floor ¢ 19,000
3rd FLOOR ¢ 16,000
4th Floor ¢ 13,000 - Blue River Resort and Adventures
- Ruta Los Conquistadores
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21 years of extreme bike adventure by stunning scenery!
Hundreds of high performance cyclists from 30 countries meet to pass through Costa Rica from the Pacific to the Caribbean. This event is celebrating 21 years of extreme adventure by stunning scenery. You can expect a hot, humid, tropical climate as well as very cold, high-mountain temperatures, Jungle, active volcanoes, farms, coffee fields, forests and small villages.
No doubt, you will think the race course is tough, but imagine the natural obstacles the Conquistadors had to overcome! What have we done with our natural environment since then? What can we do today so that future generations can experience the awe and wonder of our natural surroundings? Throughout the race, meditate, appreciate, communicate, and do something positive in the light of competition and camaraderie. Experience personal growth and help others to achieve their own as well. - Tope for kids
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Horse rides, races and more tico tipical susprises for kids.
An original family activity for this weekend, tasty food sales, with all tico styles. One way to rescue our roots and have fun in this Mini Fair.
General admission free. Cost per share: ¢ 1000 - Eco Bike Monteverde
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XII Recreational Ecobike tour Monteverde 2013. Routes: 25 km, 16 km and 4 km (route for children). Some hotels in the area will be in promotion for the event participants. Activities for children, entertainment, good food and more. Do not miss the mountain biking event that combines pure nature, ecotourism and best of our people, accompanying you through the most beautiful trails and natural landscapes, come and enjoy pedaling... Registration fee: ¢ 7,000.
- Horse Parade Anexión de Nicoya
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Will raffle a chainsaw, appliances and more prizes. Dancing closing and awards ceremony with dance music of the group "Son del Barrio" Organize Asoc de caballistas de Nicoya (Assoc of riders of Nicoya).
- Bike Ride Puente Negro
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Come and enjoy the roads of Rio Frio, and knows the longest railway bridge of Central América (1.500 feets), Puente Negro (Black bridge) was built between 1978 and 1982, joining Rio Frio and Guápiles. Today it is an attraction, located at Finca Cinco de Rio Frio de Sarapiqui. Do not miss the chance to meet up close, come to the Black Bridge bike Route. Routes: 5, 25 and 70 kms. Departure: Auditorium El Shaddai at Rio Frio. There will be raffles, fruit carts and surveillance. Enrollment: 6,000 colones.