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EF Escuela Internacional de Español in Playa Tamarindo on Costa Rica’s northern Pacific cost, is the ideal place to learn Spanish and to start discovering one of the world’s most enchanting countries.

Costa Rica is famous for its natural beauty, its many species of fauna and flora, its high level of safety and its peace-loving people. The Spanish spoken here is also one of the clearest and purest in Latin America.

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Fast Facts, Costa Rica

• Population: 4 million• Capital: San José (pop. 400 000)• Currency: Colones (1 USD = 500 Colones)• Main industries: Tourism, Agriculture, Electronics• Major Airports: San José, Liberia• Main tourist attractions: Wildlife, Surfing, Fishing• Climate: tropical. Average temperature 30-35°C, with regular rainfalls September – November (Tamarindo).

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Playa Tamarindo has grown from being a hidden surf spot in a paradisiac setting, reserved for initiated travelers, to become a tourist friendly town with an extensive, modern offer. It now has shops of all kinds, from fine clothing to indegenous jewelery and, of course, surf gear; restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets - exclusive gourmet cuisine, fast food and local delicious typical food; bars and nightclubs to both relax and enjoy the latest latin dance grooves. Some of the neighbouring beaches are natural reserves, guaranteeing the preservation of the landscape.

Playa Tamarindo is easily reached from Liberia Airport, 70 km (1 hour). It also has its own airport with flights to and from San José (5 hours by bus).

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EF International School of Spanish, Tamarindo, is housed in a luxurious, new building in the town centre, 400 metres from the beach. It has 5 spacious, air-conditioned classrooms overlooking a tropical garden. During breaks, students can enjoy local coffee or fresh fruit jucies at the pool side cafeteria, which also serves light meals. The full time activities organizer offers a wide range of excursions and local activities. Other services include high speed Internet with wifi and a fully equipped computer room.

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Students can choose between residence and homestay accommodation.

The school has housing facilities in multibed-rooms with a/c, tv, kitchenette and balcony. Next to the school building is the Tamalimo-residence, also selfcatered multibed, with a beautiful, large common area for relaxing, self-studies and socialising.

For an optimal learning experience we recommend accommodation with host family in one of the neighbouring towns (20 min by regular bus service). The standard is basic but unbeatably friendly. The Costa Rican lifestyle is very sociable and easy going, and you will soon discover the meaning of the ”Ticos’” favourite expression: ¡Pura Vida!

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It may be difficult to fit in all the free time activities you feel you must do while in Tamarindo and Costa Rica. The natural surroundings, the climate and the lifestyle in the area means there is unlimited exploration and fun in store, from birdwatching (850 species!) to salsa dancing.

The evident sport activity in and around Tamarindo is of course wave surfing. The constant breaks cater for both beginners and those who want to perfect their carving 360:s. Other water activities include sailing, big game fishing, snorkling and scuba diving. If you prefer dry land, there are jungle tours on quad bike, canopy-trails, beach football, ancient Indian pottery-classes, yoga and hiking to enjoy, among other things.

Week-end excursions are organised for you to discover the capital San José, the national parks, e.g. Rincon de la Vieja (on horseback), the Monteverde rainforest and the natural hotsprings at the active volcano of Arenal. Whatever your taste, there is more than enough here to keep you busy!