Wednesday, December 19th, 2007
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Wednesday, December 19th, 2007
A sampling of the activities inCosta Rica
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Boat Tours
The rivers are like roads to the deepest parts of the rainforest and you are likely to see more wildlife from the water than from a trail. The two main destinations for river/canal/marsh cruises are Cano Negro and Tortuguero National Parks. |
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Golfing
The weather is nearly always perfect for a round, and the sport is gaining popularity in Costa Rica as more courses are built. |
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Horseback Riding
Costa Rica has a strong equestrian tradition. Guided rides are common, and one of the best is offered by Rancho La Merced wildlife refuge north of Marino Ballena National Park. |
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Rafting
As you might suspect in a country covered in rain forest that rises from one ocean to 12,000 feet and drops back to sea level in the space of 70 miles, whitewater abounds in Costa Rica. Trips cater to all ability levels and interests. |
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Sportfishing
World class tarpon and snook fishing attract anglers from all over, and other game fish include bluegill, rainbow bass (guapote), alligator gar and machaca in the rivers of Barra del Colorado and around Cano Negro. |
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Scuba Diving
Costa Rica, the rich coast offers a number of excellent dive sites. |
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Surfing
With its huge ratio of coastline to land mass, Costa Rica is a surfer’s paradise. You can cross from the Pacific to the Caribbean in under an hour in a small plane, so you can chase the waves wherever they are best. |
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Wind Surfing
The constantly balmy water, average wind speeds of 24 mph (40 kph) and the exquisite setting combine to make Costa Rica a world class destination for windsurfers. |
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Birding
Avid birders know that Costa Rica is one of the top spots in the world, but you don’t have to spend hours with binoculars glued to your eyes to see fascinating bird life in Costa Rica. |
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Butterfly Gardens
Large domes created from nearly transparent netting concentrate hundreds of species of butterflies in gardens of their favorite flowers and fruits. You’ll see them fluttering in the wild, but the gardens also often provide educational materials and guides. |
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Turtle Nesting
It’s possible to see turtles nesting any time of the year, but there are definite seasons for the spectacular ‘arribadas,’ when hundreds come ashore in a single night to lay their eggs. Tortuguero National Park is one of the world’s most spectacular sea turtle nesting sites. |
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Wednesday, December 19th, 2007
Map of Costa Rica.
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Wednesday, December 19th, 2007
Costa Rica Casinos
Costa Rica is an excellent destination if you love gambling and casinos. With increasing incomes and number of foreign tourists who come to Costa Rica, the gambling industry has truly benefited.
There are Casinos in most of the popular tourist areas and all of the large cities. They are usually part of a large hotel; however they are not huge casinos like in Las Vegas. They are fairly informal places, and dress codes are casual. Minimum bets in most places start at about 500 Colones (about $1).
The most popular Casino game is 21 also called “Rummy”, which is similar to blackjack but with tico rules. You get two cards, you can then ask for another card or stay with the two you have if you have 21 or close to 21. As in blackjack, the idea is to get as close to 21 as possible without going over. All the rules just mentioned are just like blackjack. Here is where the game differs from blackjack: if your first three cards are the same, three of a kind, or a straight (say 4, 5 & 6 of the same suit), you have a ‘rummy’ and you are paid double. And if your three of a kind happen to be three sevens (which is 21), you get an even higher bonus. But if you get 21 with two cards or five cards without breaking 21, there’s no double bonus as you get in many other international casinos. Splitting pairs is allowed as is doubling down.
Some of the other games include roulette, where the numbers are drawn from a lottery tumbler rather than spun on a roulette wheel. There are also electric slot machines; however most are different than the Las Vegas style. There are also other, uniquely tico, card games you’ll need to learn before you can play
Costa Rica Casino Quick Reference Guide:
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Best Western Irazú Casino & Hotel
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San José
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Europa Hotel, Casino & Spa
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San José
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Aurola Holiday Inn & La Palma Aurola Casino
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222 2424
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San José
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Barceló Amapola & Jazz Casino
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643 3337
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Playa de Jaco
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Barceló Playa Langosta Resort & Casino
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653 0363
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La Uruca
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Barceló Playa Tambor Resort & Casino
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683 0303
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Tambor Puntarenas
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Barceló San José Palacio Spa & Casino
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220 2034
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San José
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Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
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666-1211
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Liberia
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Caribbean Village Fiesta
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663 0808
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El Roble
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Club Colonial Casino Bar & Restaurant
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258 2807
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San José
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Del Rey Hotel & Casino del Rey
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257 7800
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San José
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Fiesta Casino – Garden Court Hotel
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443-0043
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San José
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Fiesta Casino – Heredia
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Heredia
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Fiesta Resort and Casino
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663-0808
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Puntarenas
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Flor De Itabo Hotel & Casino
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670 0011
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Playas del Coco
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Gran Hotel & Casino – Costa Rica
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222 6126
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San José
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Horseshoe Casino
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233 4383
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San José
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Hotel & Country Club del Sur & Casino del Sur
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770 3536
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Perez Zeledon
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Hotel Cocal & Casino
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643 3592
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Playa de Jaco
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Hotel Coco Verde & Coco Verde Casino
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670 0494
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Playas del Coco
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Hotel Costa Rica Morazán & Casino Tropical
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219 2470
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San José
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Hotel Flamingo Beach Resort & Jazz Casino
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654 4444
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Guanacaste
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Hotel Herrudura Resort & Casino Krystal
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239 0033
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San José
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Hotel Tamarindo Diriá & Jazz Casino Tamarindo
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653 0409
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Playa de Tamarindo
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Hotel Tioga & Casino Playa de Oro
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661 0271
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Puntarenas
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Hotel Yadran & Casino Adriatico
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661 2662
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Puntarenas
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Irazú Hotel Best Western & Casino Concorde
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232 7910
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La Uruca
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Kamuk Hotel & Gallo Casinos
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777 3654
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Quepos
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Los Suenos Marriot Golf Resort & Stellaris Casino
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630 9000
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Playa Herradura
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Martino Resort Spa & Martino’s Casino
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433 8382
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La Garita de Alajuela
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Melia Cariari Hotel & Country Club
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239 0022
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Cariari
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Meliá Cariari Casino
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2390022
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San José
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Morazon Hotel and Casino
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San José
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Paradisus Playa Conchal & Jazz Casino Conchal
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654 4510
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Cabo Velas Santa Cruz
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Presidente Hotel & Casino Fiesta
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221 3832
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San José
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Quality Hotel Centro Colon & Casino Costa Rica
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248 0958
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San José
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Radisson Hotel & Casino Europa
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256 4949
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Goicoechea
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Royal Dutch Hotel & Casino
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222 1414
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San José
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The Jungle Casino Bar & Restaurant
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221 4994
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San José
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Tryp Corobici Casino
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2328122
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San José
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Wednesday, December 19th, 2007
Arenal Volcano Funk Groove – For more amazing video clips, click here
Listed below is a list of popular Costa Rica Volcanoes:
Arenal Volcano:
Known as the youngest of the Costa Rica Volcanoes, Arenal Volcano is supposed to be one of the most active volcanoes in Costa Rica. It was Arenal Volcano that recorded the latest volcanic eruption in Costa Rica in the year 2000 causing one person’s death and severely injuring two. Located at a height of 1, 657 meter above the eastern shores of Lake Arenal, Arenal Volcano was constructed towards the northwest of the older Chato volcano.
Irazu Volcano:
Rising as high as 3, 432 meters towards the east of San Jose, Irazu Volcano is known as the highest Costa Rica Volcano.
The most serious volcanic series eruption that took place in Costa Rica was that of Irazu Volcano in the year 1963, with ashes flowing for over two years and smoke clouds blowing all over San Jose and other major parts of Costa Rica.
Poas Volcano:
Do watch the Poas Volcano during your Tours to Costa Rica. Situated near the southeastern end of the Central American arc, Poas Volcano comprises of three craters out of them only one is active, which is considered as the second widest crater of the world. Poas Volcano has recorded more than 40 eruptions since 1828. Miquel Alforo was the first one to visit Poas Costa Rica Volcano in 1828.
Rincon de la Vieja:
Known, as the largest volcano in northwest Costa Rica, Rincon de la Vieja comprises of 9 craters. The name “Rincon de la Vieja” means “the corner of old lady”. Located at the eastern end of a smaller crater, Santa Maria Volcano is the highest peak of the Rincon complex.
Other Costa Rica Volcanoes include Turrialba, Orosi, Kakao, Porvenir, El Viejo, Platanar, Barva, Tenorio and Miravalles. Do try to have a look at some of these Costa Rica Volcanoes during your Costa Rica Travel.
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