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A Return to North America

25. November 2010

Right as the rainy season in Central America drew to a close, we returned to the Pacific Northwest…drumroll…to the rainy season. At least there’s one constant, right?

Patacones—slices of green plantain that are fried, smashed, then fried again—never seemed to be on any local menus. So I didn’t learn about them until our last weeks in Costa Rica. It turns out that you only need to ask for them by name.

Spanish Language Learners

16. November 2010

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We’ve made a different sort of progress in taking on beginning-level Spanish, my kids and I. Here’s why.

Turtle Power

13. November 2010

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On our weekend trip to the black volcanic sand beach at Ostional, Costa Rica, we saw how the 1 in 10,000 return rate for nesting Olive Ridley turtles gets its cruel start.

Stacy and Charlie

10. November 2010

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We’ve had fun hanging out with Stacy, who, along with ziplining through the jungle, hunting for crocodiles on a river, and other great adventures, loves a little local dog we know named Charlie.

Creepy Crawlies of Costa Rica

5. November 2010

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Arachnids, reptiles, and insects at all times of the day and night: What’s not to love about Costa Rica when you’re a little boy?

The Granaria — Frog and Toad Museum

17. October 2010

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In Santa Elena, Costa Rica, there is a terrific live museum showcasing Central American species of toads and frogs. The Granaria also serves as a center for the study of these creatures; in their on-site laboratory, natural animal toxins are studied and prepared for use locally as a low-cost alternative to synthetic anestheisia drugs.

The Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve (Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena)

16. October 2010

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We were in a cloud, at 5,000 feet, straddling the continental divide of Costa Rica. Our tour was tough going. It rained. And rained. And because of the impossible weather this day, we three will remember it well.

Canopy Zipline on Mombacho Volcano

14. October 2010

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We had our very first “volcanic” zipline experience in Nicaragua. Special thanks to Francisco and his team of zipline guides at Canopy Tour Miravalle at Mombacho Natural Reserve, for helping us to overcome our skittishness!

Nica Buffet: Edward Knows Breakfast!

13. October 2010

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Tucked away on a side street south of the Parque Central and north of the Granada market, a Dutch flag beckons you to a small, charming breakfast eatery that serves perfect bacon strips, better than anywhere I’ve ever eaten bacon. And did I mention the omelets, pancakes, juices and coffee?