General Electric’s CEO Jeffrey Immelt is making $20 million a year, living in a mansion in New England, and selling parts to the Iranian military that are being used to make weapons that are killing, American Troops in Iraq.
GE has long had a corporate presence in Iran, which U.S. officials say is providing weapons and [...]
After many years it looked like the San Jose – Caldera new highway was going on schedule and be completed in February 2010. This much-awaited Autopista del Sol (The autopista, a concession highway where users pay a toll) that will dramatically cut travel time from the Central Valley to the central Pacific beaches. Since May, [...]
Many engaged couples looking to have their wedding in Costa Rica are not aware of the required documents, rules and regulations pertaining to marriage in this country. For instance, only a Catholic Priest or a Costa Rica Lawyer can marry a couple in Costa Rica, a Protestant Pastor may not. Here is all the up-to-date [...]
After the Jan. 8 Cinchona earthquake, dogs were running free, which caused problems. The Costa Rica Animal Shelter near San Rafael de Heredia rescued many and placed them in new homes.
The shelter also offers veterinary care and spay/neuter services and is run and operated by Dutch expat Lilian Schnog. The shelter also offers an adopt [...]
Just Smile
That is one of the best pieces of travel advice I’ve received. Smiling is something we sometimes forget, but it would do us all well to consider its importance when in a foreign culture. Best of all it is easy, it’s free and its benefits are priceless.
Often in our busy lives we are so [...]