Example — with us, it matters not that few Costa Ricans speak English and that driving here is, well . . . different. The average driver has 4 years’ experience and Latin temperament. Street signs are rare. T
Costa Rica’s Zona Sur (southern zone) is the country’s least-known region, both for Ticos and for visitors, though tourism has increased significantly in recent years. The geographically diverse Zona Sur encompasses the high mountain peaks of the Cordillera de Talamanca at its northern edge, ...
And then there are the people. Costa Ricans, or Ticos as they call themselves, are proud of their little slice of paradise, welcoming guests to sink into the easygoing rhythms of thepura vida(pure life). The catchy motto and laid-back vibes definitely gets to the heart of Costa Rica’s...