Archive for October 2nd, 2008
Thursday, October 2nd, 2008
Costa Rica now has three more months to pass legislation to enter the Central American Free-Trade Agreement (CAFTA) with the U.S.
The U.S., Domincan Republic, and Central American signatory-states have all agreed to extend the Oct. 1st deadline for Costa Rica entering the pact.
Costa Rica signed CAFTA back in May of 2004. President Arias has asked trading partners twice now for more time to pass implementing legislation.
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Thursday, October 2nd, 2008
Reports from Costa Rica say Vice President and Justice Minister Laura Chinchilla is expected to resign in the coming weeks to seek the presidency in 2010 as a candidate of the National Liberation Party, or PLN.
It is not clear, however, when Chinchilla will announce her resignation.
The reports say Transportation Minister Viviana Martin is a possible candidate to replace the 49-year-old Chinchilla, who has previously served as public security minister.
Others who are expected to seek the presidential nomination of the PLN include former Security Minister Fernando Berrocal and a mayor, Johnny Araya.
Costa Rica’s current president is Nobel Peace laureate Oscar Arias, who took office in 2006 for a second time. He first served as president from 1986 to 1990.
President Arias is also a member of the PLN, but under Costa Rican law, he is not eligible to run for the presidency again in 2010.
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Thursday, October 2nd, 2008
Let it be said that Costa Rica has some of the best things to offer adventure seekers. Diving just happens to be one of those thrills that Costa Rica has to offer; and some of the best diving at that! Oceans Unlimited is a PADI, 5 star instructor development dive resort located in Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. Nestled in the jungle, bordered by the Pacific Ocean in a popular tourism destination, Ocean’s Unlimited is the perfect location for divers to practice their skills.
About Oceans Unlimited
Oceans Unlimited is an ECO Operator who has received two Project AWARE Environment Achievement awards for their environmental and preservation work. The company is approved by the Costa Rican Tourism Board and is a member of the Association of Costa Rica Diving Professionals.
Oceans Unlimited offers various dive courses, tours, and training. They take pride in themselves and use only top of the line, well maintained gear and are proud to announce that they offer the only Nitrox fillers in the area. Because of the size of their tanks they never run out of air and test all air quarterly. If you want to be certain just ask to be shown results and a demonstration. The company has two large boats used for all tours and classes. (more…)
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Thursday, October 2nd, 2008
The increasing number of foreign patients flying to Costa Rica for affordable plastic surgery made the nation as today’s most popular destination for medical tourism. Plastic surgery in Costa is widely promoted not only in the internet but also by the US networks, CNBC and ABC as one of the renowned countries that deliver professional medical services at very low plastic surgery cost.
The best medium that made plastic surgery in Costa Rica overwhelmingly popular is through the word of mouth. Former patients that have gone to the country for different types of affordable plastic surgery as well as dental procedures went back home satisfied and talked about how good Costa Rican surgery is. Many of these former patients recommend their friends and families to avail plastic surgery in Costa Rica rather than spending too much for the same procedure in the U.S. or in Europe. (more…)
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