When we first talked about moving to Costa Rica, we emphasized that we were not changing what we were doing (Gary was teaching in a seminary, and Karen was homeschooling the kids), but we were changing our location. Long before online education, there was more of a need for seminary pro...
Costa Rica Trivia The nickname for Costa Ricans is “Ticos”. This is because of the habit in Spanish of using the diminutive, and that at a much higher rate than most other Spanish speaking countries. For example, “perro” (dog) will be known as “perrito” (little dog), no matter...
What is the nickname of Puntarenas? Score: 0 / 5 Costa Rica is renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity, and vibrant culture. Among its provinces, Puntarenas stands out as a unique destination with its own charm and history. Here are some fun facts about both Costa Rica and ...
-Citizens of Costa Rica are officially calledCostarricense. But the term is more commonly used in news reports or formal documents or situations, rather than in everyday settings. The nicknametico, for a man, ortica, for a woman, is more common. There are actually different opinions about thi...
The nickname tico, for a man, or tica, for a woman, is more common. There’s some dispute over this, but some say it comes from the habit of Costa Ricans to attach the suffix “-tico” to words to denote that they are small. It’s also a term of affection. Costa Rica has had...
Guanacaste: Home to Some of Costa Rica’s Best Beaches TheGuanacasteprovince’s nickname of “Golden Coast” comes from its plethora of beautiful beaches of the Pacific Ocean. If you plan to visit the Guanacaste coast, here is our list of thebest beaches in Guanacaste! Guanacaste is also hom...
Just a few kilometers east of the capital, the lush soil of Tres Rios is enriched by the nearby Irazu Volcano. The result is coffees with a delicately balanced acidity that have earned the region the nickname “the Bordeaux” of Costa Rica. ...
Upon arrival in San José, home to over one-third of allTicos(the nickname for people from Costa Rica), you will be met by our local agents and transferred to your hotel on the edge of this sprawling metropolis. The city’s markets are colorful and vibrant, and its nightlife is as ...
“raccoon” in English, a nickname given because raccoons are the smartest animals in the forest, and he knows every inch of this mountain, having lived here for over 40 years. After dinner we make our way to our new rooms, admiring the lush fauna on all sides. We fall asleep to th...
ESPN is previewing each of the World Cup's 32 teams ahead of the tournament. Here's what you need to know about the four sides set to do battle in Group E.Jump to:Spain|Germany|Costa Rica|JapanAlso read:Group A|B|C|D|F|G|HSpainManager: Luis EnriqueNickname: La Roja...