17 Costa Rica

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Rick Steves

Rick Steves, Public Radio, 721132, Europe, Society & Culture, Places & Travel, Npr, Travel

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🗓️ 31 July 2005

⏱️ 53 minutes

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Costa Rica stands out from its neighbors in Central America due to its relatively stable government and high standard of living. It's a favorite destination for North Americans because of its dedication to preservation. Erin Van Rheenen spent enough time there that she wrote the guidebook, Living Abroad in Costa Rica. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

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0:00.0	Hi I'm Rick Steeves. So much of Central America has been immersed in conflict and turmoil,
0:07.0	but a few secluded corners are attracting more and more North American visitors.
0:12.0	The peaceful shores and mountains of Costa Rica have
0:14.8	become popular for travelers seeking adventure, culture, and nature. Whether on a
0:20.2	solo trek, family vacation, or even as a place to retire, it's Central America's most popular destination.
0:27.0	And it's one of the most biologically intense places on Earth, and it's where the few remaining Jaguars roam and you can
0:35.0	see Scarlet Macaws and crocodiles and it's just amazing.
0:39.0	Aaron Van Rienin who left her home in California to make a new one in Costa Rica has written a guidebook
0:44.2	on her adopted homeland.
0:46.0	She's here to take your calls in the hour ahead.
0:50.9	Raise your travel dreams to their upright and locked positions as we venture to Costa Rica.
0:55.0	It's coming right up on Travel with Rick Steeves.
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1:12.0	American Airlines knows why you fly. On today's travel with Rick
1:16.1	Steve's we're learning about Costa Rica. This lush scenic country is the most
1:20.4	popular Central American destination for North Americans.
1:24.4	We'll find out why from our guest, Aaron Van Rennan, author of Living Abroad in Costa Rica.
1:30.0	We'll also take your calls and emails.
1:32.0	877-333 Rick is our number or email us at radio at Rick steves.com.
1:39.0	First, let's see what your travel plans are as we open the phones and email on
1:48.0	travel with Rick Steeves.
1:50.0	Anne in Las Vegas, thanks for calling. What are you thinking about?
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