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Day: November 14, 2019

Day 44: Please pack this when you come to Costa Rica

November 14, 2019 stanleyobando

Do not pass go, do not collect a plastic bottle.

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Ayiyi just a few hours left to enter my #costaricaforchristmas contest and win all these goodies! Go to my profile and tap the photo of the gift basket under the tree for all the info and to enter (it's so easy). THANK YOU to all those who have tagged friends and shared holiday memories - it has been like a big Christmas hug over here! . . . Gifts are from @santocafecr, @holalolatravelgifts, @gallo_pin, @siemprevivacr and @alma.artesana.rt ... and me! #costaricadailyboost #costarica #navidadtropical #costaricanart #holalola #shoplocal #shoptico

What are your favorite holiday fruits? In Costa Rica, a special, "exotic" holiday treat might be grapes or apples, while in the northern climes I come from, tropical fruit would have been just as special. We all need a health boost this time of year, whether we're battling colds or trying to avoid giant piles of sugary cookies. Inspire us by sharing your holiday fruit cravings or traditions! (Also, today is the last day to enter my #costaricaforchristmas care package contest and win a box full of Costa Rican art, coffee and goodies! Go to my profile and tap the photo of the gift basket to see how to enter.) #costaricadailyboost #wellnesswednesday #costarica #wellness #healthylifestyle #fruit #tropicalfruit #frutasfrescas #salud #healthytraditions #navidadtropical

A few of my favorite things: just one day left to enter #costaricaforchristmas and have me send a care package to you (or to a friend on your behalf!). I have loved meeting new people through the contest and can't wait to see who wins coffee from Santo Café, stationery from Holalola and art from Alma Artesana and more - plus some of my favorite Costa Rican sweets (and a very important condiment). . . To enter, simply: 1. Follow @katherinestanleyobando 2. Like this post 3. Tag at least one friend in the comments who might like the Boost and this contest. (Bonus entry if, in that same comment, you tell me a little about one of your favorite Costa Rican holiday memories or experiences - sights, sounds, smells, tastes, people. But this is a bonus, not required.) Closes at midnight EST Wednesday, Dec. 11. On Thursday, I'll draw the winner and then send off the package to any address in the Americas. It's transferable, so you can have me send it to the person if your choice. Read more: https://katherinestanleyobando.com/2019/12/09/day-61-i-want-to-send-you-a-boost-in-the-mail/ #costaricadailyboost #shoplocal #holalola #santocafe #almaartesana #costaricanartisans #costaricanartist #art #artistsupport #thisiscostarica #costaricagram #navidadtropical #navidadencostarica #visitcostarica #costarica #costarica🇨🇷 #regalos

Is there an independent bookstore in your city/town that rocks your world? Here's my bookstore crawl, Part II: a thought-provoking spot on one of Chepe's prettiest corners. Libros Duluoz is a perfect break during a San José stroll, featuring small presses and a comfy children's section. Plus, following them is a great way to keep up on local authors and literary news. My year of the Daily Boost included a vow to seek out indy bookstores and I'm progressing very slowly, but still loving it. Here's to the owners and staff who put so much energy into giving our brains and souls a place to stretch! #costaricadailyboost Read more at the link in my bio. . . #costarica #libreria #libreríaduluoz #independentbookstore #shoplocal #readlocal #parqueespana #sanjosecostarica #yoamochepe #martesparalasartes #tuesdaybeauty #books #bookstores #bookstoresoftheworld

It's a Daily Boost contest! Win this sweet Costa Rican care package straight from my tree to your door (or to someone on your gift list). Some of my favorite local businesses have joined the fun and added their goodies to the mix, including Santo Café, Holalola, Alma Artesana, Gallopin and Siempreviva! To enter, simply: 1. Follow @katherinestanleyobando 2. Like this post 3. Tag at least one friend in the comments who might like the Boost and this contest. (Bonus entry if, in that same comment, you tell me a little about one of your favorite Costa Rican holiday memories or experiences - sights, sounds, smells, tastes, people. But this is a bonus, not required.) . . Closes at midnight EST Wednesday, Dec. 11. On Thursday, I'll draw the winner and then send off the package to any address in the Americas. It's transferable, so you can have me send it to the person if your choice. . . Thanks to my local business sponsors, you'll find coffee from @santocafecr (which sources its beans from the award-winning coffee region of Los Santos); a gorgeous @gallo_pin in the shape of the Costa Rican flag and a lovely dried-flower resin paperweight from @siemprevivacr (both of these are @alma.artesana.rt artisans); a package of @holalolatravelgifts postcards featuring all seven provinces, plus her whimsical Christmas card; a signed copy of "Love in Translation: Letters to My Costa Rican Daughter," because of course; and some traditional Costa Rican sweets, including a Tapita Navideña, Guayabitas, and a delicious box of rainbow Chocofrutas. Plus the very necessary Salsa Lizano. It's #costaricaforchristmas! Let the games begin! . . #costaricadailyboost #costarica #holidayseason #giveaway #carepackage #shoplocal #comprelocal #costaricancoffee #costaricanart #navidad #ticosporelmundo #ticosenelextranjero #tiquicia #salsalizano #gallito #tapitanavideña #chocofrutas Per Instagram rules, this promotion is in no way sponsored, administered, or associated with Instagram, Inc. By entering, entrants confirm that they are 13+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram's terms of use.

Yesterday I had the pleasure of introducing my daughter to Priscilla Aguirre, the creator of @holalolatravelgifts and one of my favorite artists. Priscilla illustrated my book, "Love in Translation," and as you might expect, my kid has pored over the delightful illustrations of her own babyhood many a time. If you are in San José this holiday season, don't miss a visit to her shop in Barrio Dent. It's decked out for the season and just plain delightful. Or visit holalolashop.com. #costaricadailyboost #christmas #christmaslist #costaricagifts #navidadencostarica #artistas #artesanos #costaricanartist #mermaids #whimsy #buylocal #comprelocal #navidadtropical #adornosnavideños #barriodent #holalola

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