Tom is SEEKING a USED 4x4 SUV

My friend Tom is seeking a used 4x4 SUV  (ONLY)

MUST HAVE:
ONLY a Hyundai or a Japanese model (Toyota, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Isuzu).
MANUEL  •  DIESEL
YEAR:  2004 or newer
In REALLY GOOD working condition.  He has quite a lot of knowledge of cars so I know what to look for so hopefully you’ll be in integrity with what you’re selling.

He's located near San Isidro de General•Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica - but is not limited to that area. 

Please send him ONLY options that meet ALL of the above criteria along with an HONEST DETAILED description and history of the car to:

Soyeso@gmail.com

(tell him Vicki Connected you!!!)

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MISSING 13 YEAR OLD - Costa Rica

MISSING 13 YEAR OLD - Costa Rica

María Alejandra Tenorio Artavia 

 nacion.com/g/bb3
San José (Redacción). La Oficina Regional del Organismo de Investigación Judicial (OIJ) de Sarapiquí requiere la colaboración para localizar a
María Alejandra Tenorio Artavia

de 13 años de edad, quien desapareció desde el pasado 

jueves 18 de abril 2013 y se desconoce su ubicación.

La menor de edad es vecina de La Virgen de Sarapiquí.

Ese jueves salió de la casa a hacer una tarea a las 2:30 p. m. y no se supo más de su paradero.

Cualquier información que pueda brindar es indispensable que se comunique al
800-800-0645   •   cicooij@poder-judicial.go.cr
del centro de información confidencial del OIJ.

nacion.com/g/bb3

San Jose (Editorial). The Regional Office of Judicial Investigation Organization (OIJ) of Sarapiqui requires collaboration to locate
Maria Alejandra Tenorio Artavia

13-year-old who disappeared in the past

Thursday April 18, 2013 and its location is unknown.

The minor is resident of La Virgen de Sarapiqui.

That Thursday left the house to do a task at 2:30 p. m. and no more was heard of his whereabouts.

Any information you can provide is essential to inform the
800-800-0645 • cicooij@poder-judicial.go.cr
confidential information center OIJ.

 

(is there ANY chance she was "abducted•taken" by a family member???)


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April 27 - Democrats Abroad Costa Rica•DACR - April 2013 Meeting

DEMOCRATS ABROAD Costa Rica

MONTHLY MEETING

Saturday - April 27, 2013

9:30am till noon-ish

DISCUSSION:

Discussion of President Obama's visit to Mexico and Costa Rica in May:  Security and economic issues, real and imagined concerns.   

Also:

Social Media--How can DACR make new friends and influence people?    

WHERE:

Holiday Inn Aurola 

Downtown San Jose - 3rd floor.  

Calle 5 at Avenida 5 - in front of Parque Morazan

GOOGLE MAP

maps.google.co.cr/maps?oe=utf-8&client=firefox-a&ie=UTF-8&q=Holiday+Inn+Aurola+san+jose&fb=1&gl=cr&hq=Holiday+Inn+Aurola&hnear=0x8fa0e342c50d15c5:0xe6746a6a9f11b882,San+Jose&cid=0,0,9881964417182526911&ei=f__xUKPqGoeg8gTZ_YGADQ&ved=0CLoBEPwSMAM

2-523-1000 (hotels number if you get lost)

PARKING:  

FREE parking is located ONLY in the Herdonza Parking Lot  

which is on the East side of the hotel.  At the meeting they'll announce instructions and you'll get a voucher in the lobby from the Bell Boys to present (get there early to get a space as it fills up fast on meeting days!!).

MEETING COST:

Contribution 5,000 colones for coffee break and meeting room space

RSVP:

*Reservations are required at  cr.DemocratsAbroad@yahoo.com  

OR - call Nelleke at 2-279-3553 or 8-721-6497

*Please be sure to make your reservation if you plan to come to any DACR meeting.  

Their cushion between what the hotel charges them and what they charge for attendance is getting very thin.  They used to order bocas for 3-5 extra people for meetings, but if they did that now they would lose money, so they order only for those who made their reservation, and then order extra on the day of the meeting.  However, the hotel can charge them 20% extra if they order bocas on the day of the meeting, so they need to avoid that.

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SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR MOTHER EARTH

Are you available to Drive?  Are you needing a ride (and willing to contribute towards gas/wear-n-tear)?  Want to Share a taxi?

Post your request on 

facebook.com/DemocratsAbroad.CostaRica

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Guest are welcome at 1 meeting and then asked to "join"•register - it's FREE!!

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SIGNING UP OFFICIALLY FOR DEMOCRATS ABROAD

it's FREE to join!

To join - just attend a meeting  OR 

 go to the official International Democrats Abroad site:

http://DemocratsAbroad.org/user/register

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Costa Rica Democrats Abroad - Costa Rica

facebook.com/DemocratsAbroad.CostaRica

Other DACR Sites

PROUD DEMOCRATS in CR 

Sites sharing various political news:  

pdicr.posterous.com

DemocratsAbroad.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=101862&qid=14581073

EVENT PHOTO ALBUM

pdcrphotos.posterous.com

Facebook.com/DemocratsAbroad.CostaRica

Official DEMOCRATS ABROAD International website: 

DemocratsAbroad.org  /  Facebook.com/DemsAbroad

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Please SHARE this link with EVERYONE you know that will find this information helpful/interesting (especially on Facebook!) 

(and tell them VICKI CONNECTED you!!):

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April 27-28 - MOVING SALE - La Ribera dE Belen, Heredia.

By Appointment

We are moving back to the USA and need to offload everything that doesn't fit into two large suitcases!

Houseful of useful stuff up for sale!   Hundreds of books, 2 TVs, washer/dryer, refrigerator, kids' toys, beds, a sofa, tables, an XBox with kinect, clothing, bedding, a commercial fan, golf clubs, a hardwood vanity, bookshelves, and.. lots more!

LOCATION:  La Ribera de Belen, Heredia. 

Contact
Jolon Bankey
jgb@jolon.com  •  8703-2713
(tell Shirley and Jolon that Vicki Connected you)

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RESUME - Arturo Bermudez - Seeking Employment

ARTURO G BERMUDEZ
ArturoBermudez@ice.co.cr  •  2552-7625  •  8805-3065

I believe that I would be ideal for the position based upon my experience, skills, and knowledge and most important my people skills to enhance my career interest.

I trust you will find me well spoken, energetic, confident, personable and reliable, the type of person your customers expect when working with your organization.


Smith Sterling Laboratories
Inbound /Outbound Call Center Operator
Cartago Industrial Zone
December 2011- November 2012

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Coordinated and performed a range of department support activities; served as a liaison
between other divisions/departments.
• Provided administrative support such as answering inbound telephone calls, checking on ship dates, offering information on all products, updating new account information and inputting call notes in GCM.
• Communicated mainly with Dental Offices in the USA, colleagues, dental technicians and
mangers in a prompt articulate manner.
• Complied with customer service policies and procedures meeting call center operational
standards.
• Processed orders and prepares correspondences.
• Assisted customers in problem solving, planning, development and execution of stated goals and objectives.
• Maintained a day to day professional relationship with schedulers, technical advisors and
managers.
• Establishes positive working relationships with internal and external customers by helping the customer feel valued, appreciated and involved in discussions and decisions.
• Takes personal responsibility for customer service challenges, correcting them quickly and in a positive manner.
• Seeks advice and input from the team leader or manger when needed.


ExplorNatura
Sales and Marketing Executive /Leisure Sales Executive
Turrialba, Cartago
December 2010- June 2011

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Negotiated contracts with vendors and distributors to manage product distribution,
establishing distribution networks and developing distribution strategies.
Sold Tours to the AEC (Adventure Education Center) Turrialba Language School
Sold Operators Tours ( Rappelling, Rafting ETC.. tours for the walk ins

Visited agencies throughout the regions (marketing proposes)
Sold Internet Tour and travel packages for the operator
Followed up on sales and marketing with internet leads.
Marketing for the Tour operations

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assisted President in keeping established communications between agency and all’s
hotels, tour operators, and ground transportation provider’s outside
Negotiate contracts with vendors and distributors to manage product distribution,
establishing distribution networks and developing distribution strategies.
Assisted President in building internet basic travel information packages for the agency
Assisted President in inspecting hotels and tour operators for the agency
Followed up on sales and marketing with internet leads.
Marketing for Tortuguero Expeditions visited hotels, etc
Assisted President with the start up of the agency
Counter Assistance in office


Costa Rica 2 Go
Acting General Manager
Rohrmoser - San Jose
December 2009 –July 2010

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assisted President in keeping established communications between agency and all’s
hotels, tour operators, and ground transportation provider’s outside
Negotiate contracts with vendors and distributors to manage product distribution,
establishing distribution networks and developing distribution strategies.
Assisted President in building internet basic travel information packages for the agency
Assisted President in inspecting hotels and tour operators for the agency
Followed up on sales and marketing with internet leads.
Marketing for Tortuguero Expeditions visited hotels, etc
Assisted President with the start up of the agency
Counter Assistance in office



Samantha Tours
International Sales Manager
Barrio Amon, San Jose
October 2007-December 2009

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Negotiate contracts with vendors and distributors to manage product distribution,
establishing distribution networks and developing distribution strategies
Assisted Owner in building internet basic travel information packages for the agency
Operated Paradise Sunset Tours (Quepos) and Isla San Lucas (Puntarenas)
Vacation Packages and Family Vacations via internet for the company
Assisted Owner with the start up of the agency in October 2007
Followed up on sales and marketing with internet leads.
Counter Assistance in office


Costa Rica Online Travel
Sales and Marketing Executive • Leisure Sales ExecutivePaseo Colon, San Jose
October 2003 –January 2007

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assisted General Manager in keeping established communications between agency and
all’s hotels, tour operators, and ground transportation provider’s
Sold internet packages for the agency for leisure travelers Fishing, Golf Packages and
Family Vacations
Assisted General Manager in building internet basic travel information packages for the
agency
Assisted General Manager in inspecting hotels and tour operators for the agency
Assisted General Manager with the start up of the agency in October of 2003
Resolved problems, concerns and issues with customers in a timely manner
Meet and greet clients (VIP’s) on arrival at the International Airports
Followed up on sales and marketing with internet leads.


Ericson Travel (Part Time Basis)
Executive Sales and Marketing Travel Agency - Corporate Sales Executive
Headquarters Office Westport, Connecticut –Trumbull, Connecticut, Beltsville, Maryland
April 1995- October 2003

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Managed large portfolio of international clients in the North American and Latin American travel Agency focused on combination world-class travel for the Corporate and Leisure clients

Responsible entailed generating business by knowing the needs of our customers,
ensured that new existing customer accounts receive excellent service, acquired new
sales accounts, within the Northern Eastern and Mid -Atlantic Region
Developed a positive image for the Travel agency as an aggressive, competitive, world-
class travel agency for the Corporate and Leisure clients (Clients base included Centex
Inc, United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Golf Digest/Golf World magazines
Negotiate contracts with vendors and distributors to manage product distribution,
establishing distribution networks and developing distribution strategies.
Attended World Wide Travel Exposition (Miami, Washington DC, Chicago, Boston San
Juan, Puerto Rico and New York City
Maintained detailed and accurate sales records receive and process Travel Contracts.
Focused on existing accounts, negotiated existing accounts and contracts etc
Resolved problems, concerns and issues with clients in a timely manner

CERTIFICATIONS • ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Department of Justice (DOJ) New England Civil Rights Commission on Hispanic Affairs (4 terms)

Employee State of Connecticut Housing Inspector State May 1992- January 2002

Employee City of Norwalk, CT Traffic and Parking (Special Constable) April 1982-`May 1992

United States Marine Corp 1978 –1986

EDUCATION:

United States Marine Corp Engineering School
Camp Lejuene, North Carolina

Coastal Carolina Community College Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.),
Law Enforcement Training

John Jay College NY Security Management Fire Safety Director
New York, NY and Connecticut Mandate

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April 26 & 27 - LTG - Little Theatre Group - "God of Carnage"

God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza

Friday April 26th, 2013 7:30pm.

Saturday & Sunday April 27th & 28th 2:30pm.

Friday May 3rd 7:30pm.

Saturday & Sunday May 4th & 5th 2:30pm.

The Little Theatre Group of Costa Rica once again brings a Broadway hit to the stage at the Laurence Olivier Theatre. Opening on April 26^th for two weekends, God of Carnage, written by Yasmina Reza and the winner of the Tony award for Best Play in 2009, will come to life in the hands of some of the LTG's best known actors. Director Noel Montagano and an incredible cast, Susan Liang, Tom Humes, Lisa DeFuso and Chicago import Jim Kissane are sure to bring a high level of professionalism to this comedy. They will fill the evening with laughs.

The setting is a modern day Brooklyn loft apartment. One 11-year-old has wacked another kid in the mouth, and both sets of parents meet to alternatively apologize, assess blame, work out consequences and throw their multifarious neuroses in each other's faces.

The son of Alan, a big shot lawyer for pharmaceutical companies, and his wife Annette, a wealth manager, hit the other child with a large stick, which broke two incisors and exposed a nerve. The son of Veronica, a cultural anthropologist of sorts, author and art fanatic, and Michael, a self-made seller of domestic items, would not let the other boy play in his "gang," which initiated the quarrel. The two sets of parents attempt to civilly and amicably discuss the ramifications and punishments associated with the incident. The hell that breaks out is sleekly amusing partly because the two teams not only go at each other, they also sometimes switch sides. It can be partner against partner, or boys against girls, without an ounce of introspection or admission of responsibility on any side.

The LTG production of God of Carnage will run about 90 minutes and the group looks forward to a positive response from English-speaking theatre goers in Costa Rica.

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DONATION

6,000-c

DISCOUNTS:

Members who Reserve Online (-500-c off)

Students (2,500-c entrance)

Groups bookings of 10 or more (-15% discount)

RESERVATIONS: 

8-858-1446  -  OR  -  Reserve online -

http://LittleTheatreGroup.org/reservations.html

(Please tell them Vicki [aka "THE Sarong Goddess" Connected you!])

WHERE:

Teatro Laurence Olivier

(2-223-1960 [please do not call the theatre directly for tickets])
Next to Sala Garbo at Avenida 2 and Calle 28
(one block South of Pizza Hut on Paseo Colon) - San Jose  - 

MAP:
http://LittleTheatreGroup.org/maps/teatro_laurence_olivier.html

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MORE INFORMATION ON LITTLE THEATRE GROUP: 

http://LittleTheatreGroup.org/whats_happening/news.html

MEMBERSHIP

5,000-c/solo.  8,000-c/couple/family.

JOIN THEIR FACEBOOK GROUP: 

http://Facebook.com/pages/The-Little-Theatre-Group-of-Costa-Rica/107944405912643

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(please "Share" this information with EVERYONE you know that would enjoy it!)

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CANVAS BAG SUPER SALE - up to 75% off Laurel's Originals - PLUS FREE SHIPPING to the U.S. & Canada!!!! A GREAT "MADE in Costa Rica" SOUVENIR • GIFT

As of August 11, 2013 there are STILL some left!!!

Are you looking for a

GREAT "MADE IN COSTA RICA"
SOUVENIR • GIFT
or something to
honor YOURSELF with?!?!
(you DESERVE a COOL thing like one of these don't you??!!!)

Laurel Anderson is closing down the
HAND PAINTED - MADE IN COSTA RICA - COOL CANVAS BAG portion of her
LAUREL ORIGINALS business
(ONLY this division
 as she is totally immersed in her hand painted canvas rugs for interior design and has decided to let this part of her business go.


And YOU get to be the lucky owner of some of her
REALLY COOL
HAND PAINTED - MADE IN COSTA RICA -
CANVAS BAGS

for up to 75% off!!!

What an AWESOME and UNIQUE GIFT idea
(Mothers Day, Christmas and Hanukkah and Birthdays are right around the corner)
or a
Made-In Costa Rica SOUVENIR
to give and at such a SUPER PRICE!!
MATERIAL:
They're made of 100% eco-friendly cotton canvas, expertly sewn with strong yet soft cotton canvas material, double stitched seams and x-stitched at the handles for additional strength to allow for the super-packer.  These hand painted heavy duty canvas bags can be easily washed, and the colors do not run.

Get them now while they last!!


AND - she's 
INCLUDING
FREE SHIPPING
when mailed via "Registered" mail
throughout Costa Rica AND the U.S.!!!!!
OR PICK THEM UP AT HER STUDIO IN ALAJUELA (near SJO Airport!!)

See what is still available at
CanvasTotesAndBags.com


Check out her Facebook Page:facebook.com/CanvasTotesAndBags

CLUTCH BAGS
(10"-L x 1.5"-W x 6"-H) 

$12


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SHOULDER BAGS

(12"-L x 3.5"-W x 11"-H)
$17


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WEEKEND BAGS
(18" x 8.5" x 13")  
$23

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 PAYMENT:
You can pay with PayPal or by deposit into her BNCR account.
FIRST email for exact availability and to order and pay.


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(Laurel at Newcomers Costa Rica's "Show and Sell" Arts and Crafts Holiday Faire)

Laurel has been selling them for years at the craft shows so many of you may already have them but get what you want now before they are all gone for good.

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Laurel's Originals ALSO makes
(though not part of this sale)
THE COOLEST CANVAS RUGS

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RUNNERS



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WALL HANGINGS

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PLACEMATS

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(including CUSTOM MADE items!!)

Check out her YouTube page so see some of her magic!!
youtube.com/user/CanvasRugs

Or "Like" Laurel's Originals Facebook Page:
facebook.com/LaurelsOriginals

and LOTS of pictures of them at:
facebook.com/LaurelsOriginals/photos_albums


For information•ideas on creating your own
CUSTOM Rug • Placemat or Wall Hanging(PERFECT for your business!!)
LaurelsOriginals.com/custom-rugs


Or Laurel's Originals Websites:

LaurelsOriginals.com   •   Canvas-Rugs-Costa-Rica.com

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CONTACT
LaurelsOriginals@gmail.com
(506) 2-269-6637  •  8-383-0407

USA and Canada:
1-888-300-7125
(make sure to tell Laurel that her Birthday Buddy Vicki Connected you!!)

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Please SHARE this link with ALL your friends
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Abril 24 - CAMBIO DE FECHA A MAÑANA

URGENTE - URGENTE - URGENTE - CAMBIO DE FECHA A MAÑANA ...
La reunión en la Asamblea Legislativa en la cual la Lic. Adriana Rojas presentará el caso contra el Banco Nacional de Costa Rica por concepto de TASA PISO, su alcance y se analizaran los particulares de todos los que lleven sus documentos de hipotecas, fideicomisos y prestamos con CUALQUIERA DE LOS BANCOS SERA MAÑANA MIERCOLES 24 DE ABRIL DEL 2013 A LAS 9:00 AM EN LA ASAMBLEA LEGISLATIVA, SALA DE EX-PRESIDENTES. NUEVAMENTE, LA FECHA CAMBIÓ PARA MAÑANA MIERCOLES A LAS 9 AM.


URGENT - URGENT - URGENT - CHANGE OF DATE TO TOMORROW ...
The meeting in the Legislative Assembly in which Ms. Adriana Rojas presented the case against the National Bank of Costa Rica by FLAT FEE concept, scope and analyze the particulars of all documents with their mortgage, trust and loan with BANKS WILL ANY OF TOMORROW WEDNESDAY APRIL 24, 2013 AT 9:00 AM iN THE LEGISLATURE, EX-PRESIDENTS HALL. AGAIN, THE DATE CHANGED TO WEDNESDAY MORNING AT 9 PM (somehow I do not think it's 9PM)

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April 24 - Feria de Salud y Seguridad • Health & Safety Fair - ESCAZU

 Martes - 24 de Abril, 2013  -  9am-2pm

Feria de Salud y Seguridad • Health and Safety Fair
Escazu Centro - Parque Central


LivingLifeInCostaRica.blogspot.com/2013/04/FeriaDeSaludYSeguridad.html

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OVERSTAYED YOUR VISA? What's up with the new $100 for each month you're over fine laws for people that have OVERSTAYED their Visa for Costa Rica?

What's up with the new law for foreigners that have OVERSTAYED their Tourist Visa for Costa Rica?

WHAT IS THE NEW LAW ABOUT?

For EACH MONTH a
Non-Residents OVERSTAYS their Visa, you WILL BE FINED $100
(if you're even 1 day over your Tourist Visa, you WILL be fined $100!!)
OR
if you can NOT afford to pay it you
MUST STAY OUT OF COSTA RICA for
3 Months for every 1 Month you're over!!

WHAT'S UP WITH IMPLEMENTING THIS NEW LAW?
The LATEST NEWS on this on again-off again law is . . .
it's on
HOLD - AGAIN!!!!

TILL WHEN??
to AT LEAST
September or October 2013

The reason given in DiarioExtra.com/Dnew/noticiaDetalle/6156 is they have not yet developed the internal controls for collecting the fine plus they are still finishing their latest amnesty program (hmmm - I saw that they were once again opening up registration to the Seasonal Migrant workers [like coffee pickers, etc.] to register till September 17, 2013 so who knows when it will be in effect!! 
I believe this is the 4th new time period as it was "supposed" to be implemented September 2012, then December 2012 and the latest April 2013)

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Do you know anyone that is still over their Visa?  PLEASE send them this link IMMEDIATELY
so they can get in INTEGRITY with Migracion before this new policy is in effect and they're charged the fees or  refused re-entry (or if caught on the streets IN Costa Rica - risk being put in Immigration•Migracion jail [luckily it's not as bad as the regular jails in Costa Rica - I've visited•helped a few people there] and kicked out of Costa Rica for up to 5 years)!!

(FYI - I've known•talked to a few people that were quite a few months or even years over their visa and they did not blink an eye or scold them so DO IT NOW!!!!!  BUT, laws or no laws, you could get someone having a bad day - or you remind them of the girl their boyfriend ran off with or whatever and they MAY give you a less than 90 days stamp so
MAKE SURE TO READ WHAT I WROTE ON 'WHY SOME PEOPLE ARE NOT GETTING 90 DAYS STAMPS!")

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WHY ARE SOME PEOPLE GETTING LESS THAN 90 DAY VISA STAMPS?THIS IS CRUCIAL!!  READ THIS EVERYONE!!!
(or don't go crying "victim" if/when it happens to you!!)
If you do not want to POTENTIALLY be given just a 30 day Stamp (if you're from a country that gets 90 day Stamps) - OR - do not want to get a 2 Day Transit Stamp - OR - do not want to be refused re-entry into Costa Rica  - 
as well as to learn how long your country "normally" should receive a stamp for (not a lot of countries are entitled to a 90-day stamp)
READ my article on "WHY some people are not getting a 90-Day Visa Stamp" as there are some things you NEED to have when entering Costa Rica
LivingLifeInCostaRica.blogspot.com/2011/12/people-not-getting-90-day-visa-stamps.html)


People, PLEASE do NOT SCREW with•blow this!!  It is a PRIVILEGE that we get to stay/Live in Costa Rica as long as we get to (especially for those that do not fall into a category TO GET residency.  Think about it - how easy is it for "tourist" Tico's living in the U.S. to get to stay??)


They're giving you one more chance to get in
INTEGRITY!!
So LEAVE NOW or SOON when you have a better chance of them being more forgiving!!  I doubt very well they'll just let slide through since this law is now active.

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CRUCIAL TO READ!!!
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE PROOF (A TICKET) THAT YOU ARE LEAVING COSTA RICA WITHIN 90 DAYS
When you are going across the border,
make sure you have PROOF that you are leaving Costa Rica within 90 days with a Ticket with a DATE on it (see the link above for more details on why some people that tell you they did everything correctly - might not have) - or you risk whatEVER!!
(one of which is if you are caught having overstayed your visa and get sent to Immigration Jail, you COULD risk being kicked out of the country [I BELIEVE it's for 5 years but I'm trying to get CURRENT verification on that as well])

BUT - be REAL CAREFUL using an Open-Ended Ticket as IS that REALLY "PROOF" that you are LEAVING CR within 90 DAYS???   A few people with an Open-Ended ticket have only getting 30 Day Stamps (and others are not - as with EVERYTHING in CR - the only consistency is the IN-consistency)!!

and if someone does NOT have that return ticket proof - NOW they're issuing a 2 Day Transit Stamp - basically - you can go stay the night in San Jose but get the HELL out of CR! 

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WHAT BORDER IS BEST•EASIEST?
I find the Peñas Blancas border into Nicaragua to be one of the easiest (sometimes at the Panama border they ask for you to prove you that you are leaving PANAMA within 90 days also - meaning you're going to need 4 tickets - not 3 like you need in Nicaragua)

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HOW LONG MUST I BE OUT OF COSTA RICA ON A VISA RUN?
Contrary to what many share on various message boards or people with something to gain - there is NOTHING in the current (or past) law that states how long you must be OUT of Costa Rica - meaning NO WHERE it mentions 72 hours.  The ONLY mention of 72 hours is in the Aduana•Customs form!!
NOTE though that Nicaragua DOES REQUIRE you stay IN Nicaragua for at LEAST 3 HOURS (with that said, you will find plenty of people there that are happy to help you "expedite it".  A few people that have shared their experiences with me say that usually runs about $60 on average (split amongst 2-3 people) - BUT - note that it IS "Illegal" so only you can decide what works for you.

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WHAT HOURS IS THE BORDER OPEN FOR ME TO GET MY PASSPORT STAMPED??
Last I checked it was from Monday-Saturday - 6am-10pm and Sunday - 6am-8pm.

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IF I DRIVE TO THE BORDER - IS THERE A PLACE I CAN LEAVE MY CAR?
There IS a parking lot AT the border - at the Aduana/Customs office - and Peñas Blancas - Costa Rica - where you can pay to park your car if you don't want to go through the hassle to get  (last I checked about a year ago it was $10/day).  Check with them to see what hours they area open though.

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WHAT HAPPENS IF I CAN'T MAKE IT OUT OF COSTA RICA BY MONDAY THE DEADLINE -
WHERE DO I PAY THE FINES, ETC.?
I'm still trying to find out where, how, when you would pay the fines and will report back my findings here when I do
(does anyone have a HIGH UP contact within Migracion [that speaks GOOD English] that is willing to email me the FACTS here.  There are LOTS of people (including lawyers and associations) giving their take or referring to old information or assumptions - I want to share FACTS!!!

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THINKING OF STAYING LONGER?
(hey - why put your body through all that long 6-7 hour ride?!?!  Stay longer and visit the sweet village of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua or Isla Ometepe, NI
WHERE TO GO??
I JUST got back a couple weeks ago from spending 6 weeks in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua - a SWEET Seaside Village that's just 6 blocks by 7 blocks.  I haven't had a chance to update my info but I've started a new Facebook page -
facebook.com/SanJuanDelSurNI
And I've started a couple sites on it Nicaragua
or check my old site (though it has some info that's still current) -
SanJuanDelSurNI.com

Need a MEGA CHEAP option?  This last time I stayed part time at

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HOW DO I DO THE BORDER CROSSING BETWEEN PENAS BLANCAS COSTA RICA AND THE FRONTERA, NICARAGUA?
I need to update the info but much of it's the same that you find under
CRNIBorderCrossing.com combined with info on the buses at SJDSNI.com site
SanJuanDelSurNI.com/GETTING_THERE.html

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