Costa Rica Vacation Blog February Archive

Do I Still Need to Take Malaria Vaccines?

02/08/10 08:32

One concern that I always hear from people everytime they intend to go to Costa Rica is the idea of having malaria. Most websites tend to say that one needs to have malaria vaccine shots once here. They lump Costa Rica together with other tropical countries. What these sites do not consider is that Costa Rica is unlike other Central American countries where public health standards are very low.

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There are quite a few desperate sellers out there these days

Do not be surprised, not even in the least bit, if it is that you were to come across a desperate seller. Why be surprised, when you should be thinking more about snatching at the opportunity.

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expats in Costa Rica

When we think about the real estate in Costa Rica, an expat is sure to have a fun time, depending upon the amount of money that his company may or may not be willing to allot for expenditure and so on, while tending to business in a land foreign to their own.

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the hassle of Costa Rican Transportation

Though traveling about the place can be a hassle when in a foreign country, we must always try to remember that the people of the nation are already accustomed to such traveling methods and situations.

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The Arenal Volcano hot springs

This place looks awesome. I cannot imagine what it would be like to sit inside of this spring water. I wonder difference it really makes that it is at a volcano.

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Environmental Degradation in Costa Rica

Costa Rica has been known for its very diverse wildlife. It is for this reason that tourists have found themselves increasing in number over the months. Wildlife adventures, tours, and similar other visits showcasing the natural wonders of this Central American nation. Unfortunately, the same animals that strengthen the country's tourism program, such as the anteater and the Titi monkey, are in grave danger of extinction if the government does not do anything about it immediately.

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Health and Wellness Center in Alajuela

Spas and health centers are pretty common all throughout Costa Rica, but not all of them are placed in a suiable place, where the environment itself can help you find that much-needed peace and relaxation. Some of them are placed in the city, where it is admittedly noisier. If there was only heavy pollution, you'd think this is some kind of joke.

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