Welcome to NY to Costa Rica
Welcome to NY to Costa Rica. Thanks for joining in on my adventures between two places, New York and Cartago, Costa Rica. Read on as I share interesting facts about Costa Rica, the city of Cartago, and whimsical tales about traveling from NY to Costa Rica!
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Anthony Bourdain
I have a notebook. In that notebook, I jot down blog post ideas as they occur to me. I have a growing list of subjects I want to talk about.
Ode to Axion Dish Paste
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A Salute to Past Flights to Costa Rica
Going through my old travel papers and souvenirs, it occurred to me that I’ve flown on many airlines that don’t even exist anymore! I bet a lot of us have.
Tamales in Costa Rica
Tamales are one of the many foods people assume are only Mexican, and that they’re the same everywhere. While Mexico has its version of tamales, the Costa Rica tamal is
Leaving SJO
Inevitably, your trip to Costa Rica will come to an end. Ah, I totally feel your pain. Just as you were getting comfortable, too. I hope you loved every minute
Has Salsa Lizano Defined the Flavor of Costa Rican Food?
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Chillin’ in Cartago…Literally
When I was chosen to be an exchange student back in 1984–you know, what seems like the freaking “olden days” now, I was elated. Shortly after the adventure started, I found myself wondering if I had been given the short end of the stick when I found out that others in the group were headed
15 Things to Do in Cartago, Costa Rica When It’s Raining
Traveling to Cartago, Costa Rica and got stuck with a rainy day? No fear! Just because it’s raining doesn’t mean you can’t have fun. Here are 15 things you can still do and enjoy yourself when it’s pouring!
The Best Costa Rican Souvenirs
When it comes time for souvenir shopping, where are the best places to go? Although Costa Rica is loaded with beautiful gift stores, you might be surprised to learn where the best stuff is. Here are my favorite souvenir places in Cartago.
Las Ruinas de La Parroquia/ Cartago Ruins
Situated in the center of Cartago’s bustling downtown, are the Cartago Ruins, or Las Ruinas de la Parroquia de Cartago (the Santiago Apostol Parish Ruins). Better known simply as “The Ruins”. People pass them every day during their commute without a second thought. But if you stop and look, you’ll see they’re quite beautiful. How
La Basilica de Nuestra Señora de Los Angeles
La Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Los Ángeles is easily the most recognizable building in Cartago, Costa Rica. Just do an internet search on Cartago, Costa Rica, and images of the Basilica are the first to appear. The Basilica draws hundreds of tourists every year, each impressed with the magnitude and architecture at this stunning
Cartago’s Municipal Market
One of the places in Cartago, Costa Rica that has stood the test of time is the Municipal Marketplace. Marketplaces are where most people go to buy fruits, vegetables, meats and more. Here’s why Cartago’s marketplace is one of my very favorite spots.
11 Things You Should Know When You Visit Cartago, Costa Rica
If you’re taking a side trip to Cartago, Costa Rica, you’re going to love it. Cartago is a very special city and it’s a bit cooler than the rest of Costa Rica, both in temperature and mindset. Here are 11 interesting tips about Ciudad de Las Brumas.
Cartago in 1984
I first set foot in Costa Rica in 1984. Back then, Cartago was very different than it is now. Join me as I explore what’s changed and also what has stayed exactly the same from Cartago in 1984.