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    Pura Vida The Way of Life in Costa Rica

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    Costa Rica, lush rain forests and amazing beaches are just two of the countries amazing qualities. If you add the people and the way of life you have perfection! Costa Rica has more American retires than anywhere else in the world and rightfully so. The unofficial motto is ‘Pura Vida’ translated as the ‘Simple Life’ and is used as a greeting or goodbye. It encapsulates Costa Rica perfectly as life really seems simple — no wonder so many travelers are now planning trips to Costa Rica to experience it for themselves. I had the pleasure of visiting Heredia and fell in love! From the old churches to the hospitality shown…

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