Raymond Workman (21) Jun 26, 2009
I spent my 70th birthday on a zip line above a forest canopy in Costa Rica. April found us flying to California in a private plane piloted by one old high school friend to see another old high school friend get married. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Patti Blagojevich back in Chicago from the jungle Jun 26, 2009
Blagojevich arrived back in Chicago shortly after midnight after spending several weeks in Costa Rica for the show. She was greeted at O'Hare International Airport by her husband, former Gov. Rod Blagojevich, daughters Annie and Amy, and her sister, Illinois State Rep. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Travel Snapshots: Lush, colorful Costa Rica Jun 25, 2009
iReporters show off colorful Costa Rica - CNN.com ... iReporters show off colorful Costa Rica. (CNN)
Central America, 16 nights, $1,149 Jun 25, 2009
Itinerary highlights: The journey begins in Antigua, Guatemala, and ends in San Jos, Costa Rica. You'll spend more that two weeks exploring and hiking in Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica ... Along the way, some highlights include visiting Mayan ruins in Copn; swimming in the blue waters of the Bay Islands, off the coast of Honduras; seeing the Mosquito Coast of Honduras by ferry; shopping in the markets of Granada, Nicaragua; touring Ometepe, an island on Lake Nicaragua with... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Gay couples can use married names on passports Jun 20, 2009
"We'll probably be going back to Costa Rica in August, and just knowing that I don't have to hand over a passport that I considered fraudulent ... just knowing that I have an accurate passport, I feel like I can hold my head up high," Keith Toney said ... Keith Toney was forced to get a passport in his old name so he could travel with his spouse and daughter to Costa Rica, where the family owns a vacation home, he said. (Concord Monitor)
Florida State Soccer Announces 2009 Signing Class Jun 19, 2009
Region III pool member for three years - travel to Costa Rica and Italy for Interregionals CLUB - Played for the Florida Rush U-17 squad. member of the 2009 state championship team. (Seminoles.com)
Showing off Philippine islands' roots Jun 19, 2009
Please your best shots of Costa Rica for next week. Visit CNN.com/Travel next Wednesday for a new gallery of snapshots. (CNN -- US)
Scotland reports death linked to H1N1 flu Jun 16, 2009
There have also been 27 deaths in the United States, four in Canada, two in Chile, and one each in Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic and Guatemala. Scottish Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon said most cases of swine flu are not severe. (CNN -- Health)
Save up to 55 percent off Panama Canal cruise Jun 16, 2009
Thats not all the ship will also dock in Puerto Limon in Costa Rica, where tropical rainforests and diverse wildlife make it an ideal place for nature enthusiasts. The final port of call before returning to Florida is worry-free Montego Bay in Jamaica. (MSNBC -- Travel)
UNSC reaches consensus on DPRK nuclear test Jun 16, 2009
Austrian Ambassador Thomas Mayr-Harting said that as co-chairs of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty (CTBT), Austria and Costa Rica "believe that the recent events highlight the necessity and urgency of a rapid entry into force" of the CTBT. ... Costa Rican Ambassador Jorge Urbina said the action by the Security Council will hopefully provide the DPRK to return to international dialogue and "we urge it do so as soon as possible.". (Xinhuanet, China)
Rock-bottom prices Jun 16, 2009
Orbitz spokesman: Many Caribbean hotel rates are 65 to 70 percent off. Look for deals at new multimillion-dollar resorts, Travelzoo suggests. (CNN -- US)
Learning with the kids in the Caribbean Jun 16, 2009
That includes Costa Rica, only three to four hours from most major airports in the eastern United States. Plus airfares are at historic lows ($350 to $550 this year) with so much new vacation inventory that a family can rent a 2,000-square-foot, three-bedroom condominium with washer, dryer and fully equipped kitchen in a for under $300 per night. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Rock-bottom prices for summer fun in... Jun 16, 2009
Rock-bottom prices for summer fun in the Caribbean - CNN.com. Rock-bottom prices for summer fun in the Caribbean. (CNN -- Law)
Falcons Traveling to Costa Rica Jun 6, 2009
" The trip will include four games against local teams, including a game against the Costa Rican National Team, and also could include post-game clinics for local schoolchildren as well as a visit to a children's hospital. While in Costa Rica, the Falcons will also participate in several team bonding experiences, including a whitewater rafting trip, a canopy (zipline) excursion and a hiking trip to a volcano and hot springs. "Certainly, there are on-the-court benefits to taking a tour like... (Bgsufalcons.com)
Aegis to hire 12K employees Jun 5, 2009
The company plans to hire 1,000 people every month in India and across United States, Philippines, Costa Rica and Africa where it has operations. "We will be recruiting a thousand people every month, so this year we will add 12,000 to our workforce globally. We have already hired 3,000 people since the beginning of this fiscal ," Aegis Ltd managing director and Global CEO Aparup Sengupta said. (India Times)
NewEx-Ill. gov.: I'm `Mr. Mom' in wife's TV absence Jun 4, 2009
But a judge didn't give him permission to travel to Costa Rica for the show. Blagojevich repeatedly told King he'll be found innocent of all charges, including allegations he tried to profit from filling President Barack Obama's vacant Senate seat. (Florida Times-Union)
Landon Donovan warns Americans to be prepared in World Cup qualifier at Costa Rica Jun 3, 2009
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) Landon Donovan has a message for the younger players on the U.S. team preparing for Wednesday's World Cup qualifier against Costa Rica at Saprissa Stadium ... "I know in my first game (in Costa Rica) the older players said a lot to me, but until you play in it you don't understand." ... The Americans are strong favorites to make it to next year's World Cup in South Africa, and coach Bob Bradley hopes the match at Costa Rica and another against Honduras on Saturday in... (FOX61, CT)
Take Your Family on a Galapagos Cruise - Under 18's Get 50% Off With Worldwide Holidays Jun 3, 2009
The team of travel experts at Worldwide Holidays offer personalised itineraries and tailor made holidays to Cuba, Costa Rica, Peru and other exotic destinations. Fiona is the Ecuador & Galapagos Islands expert and has extensive knowledge and experience of the destination. (PR Newswire)
U.S. 00004000Cup qualifier could be a rough go Jun 3, 2009
Donovan warns Americans about Costa Rica - Wire Services - Soccer- nbcsports ... Donovan warns Americans about Costa Rica ... SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) -Landon Donovan wishes he had more advice for the younger players on the U.S. team preparing for Wednesday's World Cup qualifier at Saprissa Stadium. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hejduk, Edu out Jun 2, 2009
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) -- U.S. defender Frankie Hejduk is out for Wednesday's World Cup qualifier at Costa Rica with a groin injury ... The Americans enter the Costa Rica match with seven points in their qualifying group, one more than second-place Costa Rica. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Menchov prevails in Giro despite fall Jun 1, 2009
First up is a match Wednesday in San Jose, Costa Rica, where the U.S. has never won or tied in five visits. After that, the Americans will host Honduras in Chicago in another qualifier Saturday, then travel to South Africa for the FIFA Confederations Cup. (News & Observer -- Sports)
A/H1N1 flu virus further spreads in Asia-Pacific region May 28, 2009
All deaths have occurred in Mexico, the United States, Canada and Costa Rica. To date, the confirmed cases of the flu in the Asia-Pacific region have increased to 503, including: Japan 364; Australia 61; South Korea 29; China 28 ( 10 in Mainland, 12 in Hong Kong, 6 in Taiwan); New Zealand 9; the Philippines 6; Thailand 2; Malaysia 2;India 1 and Singapore 1. (Xinhuanet, China)
Panama Canal cruise, 14 nights, from $1,199 May 28, 2009
Sail through the Panama Canal, passing by Cristobal and Balboa before reaching Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica, for a daylong visit. Its A Snap. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Carter Eltzroth, counsel for shipbuilder May 27, 2009
Throughout his life, Mr. Eltzroth visited countries such as Costa Rica, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, England, Israel, France, and Tobago. "He was quiet and studious, but very detail-driven," his son said. (Boston Globe)
Keep it simple: Have passport, will travel May 27, 2009
I can also chalk up the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Argentina and Costa Rica as well. Am I bragging about these trips. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
PartyGaming bets on Empire Online May 27, 2009
In July David Carruthers, the then chief executive of BetonSports, was arrested at Dallas airport as he changed planes en route to Costa Rica. That was followed by the arrest of Peter Dicks, the chairman of Sportingbet, at JFK airport in New York. (Yahoo News -- Gambling & Lottery)
Visit La Selva Biological Station i... May 27, 2009
Visit La Selva Biological Station in Costa Rica. Visit La Selva Biological Station in Costa Rica ... La Selva consists of nearly 4,000 acres of tropical rainforest in the eastern foothills of Costa Rica. (Suite101.com)
Oceanside Luxury Made Affordable (Think Mexico) May 26, 2009
People enjoy the beach at Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica ... With its sweeping views of the Pacific, in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, is a popular destination (guests include Time. (Time.com)
Monday profile: Anna Beth Culver: Retired educator keeps traveling, learning May 25, 2009
When Nathan was 9, Culver went with him to Costa Rica to study bugs and alligators, and when 11, to St. John s in Newfoundland to survey the easternmost point of North America. Of his grandmother, Nathan, of Petaluma, Calif. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
WHO To Consider Severity Of 'Sneaky' Swine Flu May 23, 2009
Of those, Mexico have been in 75, nine in the U.S., and one each in Costa Rica and Canada. Copyright 2009 by. (Click2Houston, TX)
Patti Blagojevich to join show husband couldn't May 22, 2009
- Ousted Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich wasn't allowed to appear in a network TV reality show in Costa Rica, so his wife will appear instead. A federal judge barred Blagojevich, who faces federal corruption charges, from being on the NBC show "I'm a Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here" because it would send him out of the country. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Britain criticized for flu-fighting efforts May 22, 2009
Mexico has reported 75 swine flu deaths, the United States 10, and there has been one death each in Canada and Costa Rica. British health officials have confirmed 112 swine flu cases the most in Europe, ahead of Spain, which raised its total to 111 on Thursday. (MSNBC -- Health)
Wendy Perrin's Worldwide Guide to Affordable Villas May 21, 2009
How to Score an Affordable Beachfront Villa from Cond; Nast Traveler on Concierge. How to Score an Affordable Beachfront Villa. (Concierge.com)
Flu cases soar to 10000 May 20, 2009
Apart from 72 deaths in Mexico, swine flu has killed six people in the United States, and one each in Canada and Costa Rica. AFP Digg. (iAfrica.com)
5 tips for avoiding the latest hotel scam May 20, 2009
When Anne Wiggins checked into a luxury hotel in San Jose, Costa Rica, a receptionist told her there was no room at the inn. "I asked what the problem was and they said the education convention was still in progress and no rooms were available," recalls Wiggins, a retired college administrator. (CNN)
Social Network for Adventurers Launches with Links to Facebook May 20, 2009
Rios Tropicales Online is your source for eco-adventure tours in Costa Rica. Here you will find adventure packages for whitewater rafting, kayaking, rainforest hiking and more. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Swine flu vaccine development hits roadblocks May 19, 2009
Since the outbreak began last month, 79 people have died from the disease 72 in Mexico, five in the U.S., one in Canada and one in Costa Rica, WHO says. Recommend this article. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Employer group urges flu steps May 18, 2009
" The number of confirmed cases of H1N1 swine flu in Colorado stands at 53, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says. Thirteen of the cases were reported in Arapahoe County, 12 in Denve, eight in Adams county and six in Jefferson county, the department said late Friday. At least four people with H1N1 flu were hospitalized, and all but five are under the age of 40. No Colorado deaths have been reported from the outbreak. Nationwide, the swine flu tally reached 4,714 confirmed... (Denver Business Journal, CO)
WHO chief warns against false security about flu May 16, 2009
Mexico has officially recorded 60 deaths from the virus that has also killed three people in the United States, one person in Canada and one in Costa Rica. Most patients infected with the flu, which spreads like seasonal flu through sneezes, coughs and air droplets, have experienced mild symptoms and some appear to be asymptomatic. (AlertNet)
Aegis buys Aussie co for Rs 200cr May 16, 2009
With this acquisition, Aegis will have operations in Australia in addition to India, the Philippines, the US, Costa Rica and Kenya. Under the terms of the agreement, Aegis will pay UCMS stockholders AUD 0. (India Times, India)
Aegis buys Aussie BPO for Rs 200 cr May 16, 2009
With this acquisition, Aegis will add 2,000 UCMS employees with the combined entity having a staff strength of 35,000 spread across India, the Philippines, the US, Costa Rica, Kenya and Australia. Aegis, which has annualised revenues of approximately $500 million, is looking to complete the deal by August 2009. (India Times)
Swine flu confirmed in BYU-Idaho student (386) May 16, 2009
Sixty swine flu- related deaths have been recorded in Mexico, one in Canada, and one in Costa Rica. Thirty-three countries have reported the presence of the H1N1 infection. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Aegis to buy Australia's UCMS Group May 15, 2009
With this acquisition, Aegis will have operations in India, Philippines, the United States, Costa Rica, Kenya and Australia. Last year, Aegis acquired outsourcing firm PeopleSupport Inc.. (India Times)
WHO says H1N1 infects 6,500 people but not a flu pandemic May 15, 2009
Canada has 389 confirmed cases and Costa Rica 8 cases, both with one death. Other countries with confirmed cases but no deaths are Argentina (1), Australia (1), Austria (1), Brazil (8), Britain (71), China (4), Colombia (7), Cuba (1), Denmark (1), El Salvador (4), Finland (2), France (14), Germany (12), Guatemala (3), Ireland (1), Israel (7), Italy (9), Japan (4), Netherlands (3) New Zealand (7), Norway (2), Panama (29), Poland (1), Portugal (1), South Korea (3), Spain (100), Sweden (2),... (Globe and Mail)
Four more swine flu cases confirmed in Hawaii May 14, 2009
So far, 63 deaths have been confirmed as linked to the virus: 58 in Mexico; three in U.S.; one in Canada and one in Costa Rica ... So far, 63 deaths have been confirmed as linked to the virus: 58 in Mexico; three in U.S.; one in Canada and one in Costa Rica. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Japan cancels U.S. soccer tour due to swine flu May 13, 2009
At least 61 people have been killed by swine flu around the world: 56 in Mexico, three in the U.S., one in Canada and one in Costa Rica. 2009 The Associated Press. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Study: Mexico has thousands more swine flu cases May 13, 2009
Swine flu has killed 56 people in Mexico, three in the U.S., one in Canada and one in Costa Rica. Associated Press writers Miguel Angel Hernandez in Veracruz, Maria Cheng in London, Randolph E. Schmid in Washington and Gillian Wong in Beijing contributed to this report. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
...could have sickened 23,000 people in Mexico May 13, 2009
Swine flu has killed 56 people in Mexico, three in the U.S., one in Canada and one in Costa Rica. . (The Drudge Report)
Top Five Adults-Only Luxury Resorts... May 13, 2009
Gaia Hotel, Costa Rica - Costa Rica usually attracts eco-travel fans, and Gaia Hotel and Reserve is no exception. Add in the high-end amenities of a 5-star luxury resort, and the quiet ambiance of adults-only lodging, and this Costa Rica vacation is perfect ... The eco-friendly environment is not mutually exclusive to the luxury acccommodations at Gaia Hotel in Costa Rica. (Suite101.com)
China scrambles to quarantine passengers May 12, 2009
There are 53 deaths tied to the virus 48 in Mexico, three in the U.S., one in Canada and one in Costa Rica. The United States now has the most confirmed cases 2,532 in 44 states, more than 900 ahead of Mexico's total, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Sunday. (Globe and Mail)
Third U.S. Swine Flu Death Reported May 12, 2009
Also on Saturday, health officials in Costa Rica reported the first swine flu-related death in that country -- a 53-year-old man who also suffered from diabetes and heart disease. The death marks the first swine flu-linked death outside North America, according to the AP.. (MEDLINEplus)
H1N1 flu hits China as WHO defends actions May 12, 2009
" The WHO raised its pandemic alert to five on a scale of six two weeks ago, signalling that a pandemic was "imminent" after Mexico and the United States showed sustained local transmission of the influenza A(H1N1) virus. The alert prompted countries to take specific measures, including looking at distribution of anti-viral drugs or issuing travel advice at airports. The world death toll passed 50 at the weekend after Costa Rica reported its first fatality from the flu - believed to be a mix of... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Swine flu hits Cuba May 12, 2009
The world death toll passed 50 at the weekend after Costa Rica reported its first fatality from the flu believed to be a mix of bird and human flu which came together in pigs and the United States confirmed a third death. Cuba said it had reported its first case of the virus in a Mexican student, while Canada confirmed 40 new cases, bringing the total number across the country to 331. (iAfrica.com)
WHO defends pandemic alarm as swine flu spreads May 12, 2009
The WHO's death toll passed 50 at the weekend after Costa Rica reported its first fatality from the flu -- believed to be a mix of bird and human flu which came together in pigs -- and the United States confirmed a third death. Thailand on Tuesday confirmed its first two cases in patients who had travelled to Mexico, the epicentre of the outbreak where authorities have put the death toll at 56. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
The desert of hope May 12, 2009
Simone Bishop (Honorary Consul General of Costa Rica, Director of Alpha Travel and Director of Latitude South) and Kimberly Dods (Pam Golding International Estate Agent) are participants in Racing The Planet's 'four deserts. Having conquered two of the deserts, the Atacama and the Sahara, their next challenge is The Gobi March, which takes place in the Gobi Desert in Xinjiang Province, China, on the 14 June 2009. (iAfrica.com)
Swine flu spreads in world; Mexico opens schools May 12, 2009
Swine flu has killed 56 people in Mexico, three in the U.S., one in Canada and one in Costa Rica. The analysis in Science suggests there are many more cases than those confirmed by laboratories _ anywhere from 6,000 to 32,000 cases in Mexico as of April 23. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Hyde Park brothers swept out to sea at Costa Rica resort May 12, 2009
Darnell and Jermaine Zimmerman went to the same high school outside of Boston, loved the same sports teams, and were on the same flight Saturday for what was supposed to be a fun-filled trip to Costa Rica with their friends. But on Sunday, both brothers were swept away by the powerful currents in front of their seaside resort on Costa Rica's Pacific coast, authorities said ... Darnell Zimmerman, 25, drowned and his brother Jermaine, 24, was still missing yesterday and presumed dead, said Rafael... (Boston Globe)
U.S., Costa Rica report swine flu deaths May 11, 2009
SEATTLE The number of swine flu-related deaths outside Mexico has inched up to five with the U.S. reporting its third fatality and Costa Rica its first, both involving men who also had underlying illnesses ... The death of a 53-year-old man in Costa Rica on Saturday was the first involving swine flu outside North America. (Globe and Mail)
'H1N1 flu tally 4,379 in 29 countries' May 11, 2009
It said one person had also died in Costa Rica, which had eight confirmed cases. European countries with cases confirmed in WHO laboratories include Spain (93), Britain (39), Germany (11), Italy (9), France (12), Portugal (1), Ireland (1), Netherlands (3), Austria (1), Denmark (1), Sweden (1), Switzerland (1) and Poland (1). (India Times)
US, Costa Rica Swine Flu Deaths Reported May 11, 2009
SEATTLE -- The number of swine flu-related deaths outside of Mexico rose after the U.S. reported its third fatality and Costa Rica its first, but both men also suffered from complicating illnesses, health officials said ... The death of a 53-year-old man in Costa Rica on Saturday was the first involving swine flu outside of North America ... The Costa Rican fatality was one of eight swine flu cases in the country confirmed by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Health Minister... (Click2Houston, TX)
WHO reports 4,379 cases of Influenza in 29 countries May 11, 2009
Canada has reported 280 laboratory confirmed human cases, including one death while Costa Rica has eight laboratory confirmed human cases, including one death. The WHO also reported that the following countries to have reported laboratory confirmed cases with no deaths - Argentina (1), Australia (1), Austria (1), Brazil (6), China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (1), Colombia (1), Denmark (1), El Salvador (2), France (12), Germany (11), Guatemala (1), Ireland (1), Israel (7), Italy (9),... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
H1N1 flu tally 3,440 in 29 countries - WHO May 10, 2009
The WHO also confirmed the following infections in the rest of the world: Israel (7), Brazil (6), New Zealand (5), South Korea (3), El Salvador (2), Hong Kong, China (1), Guatemala (1), Colombia (1) and Costa Rica (1). Countries with cases added to its list for the first time were: Argentina (1), Australia (1), Japan (3) and Panama (2). (AlertNet)
Wash. Man Is Third U.S. H1N1 Death May 10, 2009
Man Had Underlying Health Issues; Japan, Australia, Norway Also Confirm Cases: Costa Rica Records First Death ... Australia and Norway have also joined the ranks of affected countries with their first confirmed cases, and Costa Rica's health minister has confirmed the first death from swine flu in Central America ... Costa Rica health minister Maria Luisa Avila told the Associated Press that a 53-year-old man died early Saturday. (CBS News)
Swine flu toll tops 50 May 10, 2009
The death toll from swine flu topped 50 as Costa Rica reported its first fatality from the virus and Japan and Norway joined a growing list of nations with confirmed cases. In Costa Rica, Health Minister Maria Luisa Avila said the victim was a 53-year-old man who died on Saturday after more than a week in a hospital in the capital San Jose ... Eight other Costa Ricans had contracted A(H1N1) influenza, as the virus is officially known, Avila said. (iAfrica.com)
Swine Flu-Related Death Reported In Wash. May 10, 2009
There have been 48 deaths in Mexico, three U.S. deaths, one in Canada and one fatality in Costa Rica. Officials said the Canadian, U.S. and Costa Rican victims also had other underlying medical conditions. (Click2Houston, TX)
