Travel Costa Rica like a Tico
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Pura Vida and Welcome to Sensational Escapes!
Hola a Todos! My name is Carol, the Tica behind this blog.
I started this website to help travelers explore my beautiful Costa Rica. I understand how difficult it can be to locate specific information while traveling, but I also know that the best kept secrets are only known by the locals.
So, on this 100% Costa Rican website, I want to share all those secrets and tips with you, so you can have the best possible experience in my country.
