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Costa Rica
Introduction
Key Facts

Chapter 01 LAND & PEOPLE
A Geographical Snapshot
Climate
A Brief History
The Regions
The Capital�� San Jose
Government
The Economy

Chapter 02 VALUES & ATTITUDES
Family Values
Respect for Elders
Hospitality
Religion
Tolerance and Prejudice
Pride�� Honor�� and Machismo
Manners
Manana
Attitudes Toward Foreigners
Tico Directions

Chapter 03 CUSTOMS & TRADITIONS
Public Holidays
The.Festival Calendar
Pilgrimages and Fairs
Ouince Anos
The Decorated Oxcort

Chapter 04 MAKING FRIENDS
The Neighbors
Invitations Home
Learn the Language
Foreign Students
Clubs and Groups
English-Language Publication

Chapter 05 COSTA RICANS AT HOME
Costa Rican Homes
Everyday Shopping
Daily Life
Education
Names

Chapter 06 TIME OUT
Shopping for Pleasure
Eating Out
Food and Drink
Nightlife
Cultural Activities
Sports
Lottery and Gambling
Ecotourism

Chapter 07 TRAVELING
By Air
By Car
By Train
Intercity Buses
Urban Transportation
Where to Stay
Health and Insurance
Safety and Crime

Chapter 08 BUSINESS BRIEFING
Company Organization and Behavior
Business Style
The BusineSs Relationship
Flexibility
Making Appointments
Communication Style
Meetings
Presentations
Negotiations and Contracts
Planning and Control
Business Entertaining
Gift Giving
Women in Business
Conclusion

Chapter 09 COMMUNICATING
Language
Speaking Spanish
Face-to-Face
Television
The Press
Communications Services
Conclusion
Appendices
Places
People
Exercises