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Starwood’s Sizzling Aloft Brand Makes Latin America Debut – The Costa Rica News

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Starwood's Sizzling Aloft Brand Makes Latin America DebutThe Costa Rica NewsSTAMFORD, Conn., Feb 14, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) — With the highly anticipated debut of Aloft Bogota Airport in Colombia this past December 10th, and Aloft San Jose, Costa Rica opening on February 1st 2012, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, …

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Starwood’s Sizzling Aloft Brand Makes Latin America Debut with Opening of … – MarketWatch (press release)

Starwood's Sizzling Aloft Brand Makes Latin America Debut with Opening of …MarketWatch (press release)STAMFORD, Conn., Feb 14, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) — With the highly anticipated debut of Aloft Bogota Airport in Colombia this past December 10th, and Aloft San Jose, Costa Rica opening on February 1st 2012, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, …and more »

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Column: Never-ending drug war moves to Central America – Victoria Times Colonist

Column: Never-ending drug war moves to Central AmericaVictoria Times ColonistSAN JOSE, Costa Rica — While Mexico's bloody war against the drug cartels is making headlines worldwide, there is a little-known fact that is sounding alarm bells among US and Latin American officials: Central America's …and more »

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Never- ending drug war moves to Central America – MiamiHerald.com

Never- ending drug war moves to Central AmericaMiamiHerald.comSAN JOSE, Costa Rica — While Mexico's bloody war against the drug cartels is making headlines worldwide, there is a little-known fact that is sounding alarm bells among US and Latin American officials: Central America's …and more »

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Missionaries stranded, church members lose homes after floods in Central America – Christian Chronicle

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Missionaries stranded, church members lose homes after floods in Central AmericaChristian ChronicleSAN JOSE, COSTA RICA – Gray clouds hang in the skies, obscuring the mountains that surround this Central American capital. Rain falls during the humid afternoons, and patches of mist keep the ground moist throughout the day. Rainy weather is typical …

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Second Central America and Dominican Republic Forum for Transparency San José … – Transparency International (press release)

Second Central America and Dominican Republic Forum for Transparency San José …Transparency International (press release)The Second Central America and Dominican Republic Forum for Transparency will take place in San José, Costa Rica from 2-3 November. The two-day event is hosted by the government of Costa Rica and will be opened by President Laura Chinchilla. …and [...]

Latin America proposes sustainable agriculture plan – The Costa Rica News

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Latin America proposes sustainable agriculture planThe Costa Rica NewsSan Jose, Costa Rica, October 21 (ECLAC/FAO/IICA). Despite the current context of volatility and high food prices, in the long term, the agricultural sector in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) will be able to take advantage of the opportunities …OAS Secretary General Calls [...]

Central America takes stock of rain damage to coffee – Reuters Africa

Central America takes stock of rain damage to coffeeReuters Africa* Too early for clear estimate of damage * Blocked roads could complicate harvesting * Excess moisture could spread fungus By Alex Leff SAN JOSE, Costa Rica, Oct 17 (Reuters) – Central America coffee growers are counting their losses after two weeks of …and more »

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Destin-Nations Costa Rica: Hitting the Beach in Central America – AOL Travel News

Destin-Nations Costa Rica: Hitting the Beach in Central AmericaAOL Travel News… especially if coming from San Jose in the center of the country. Regional carriers like Sansa and Nature Air (the world's first carbon neutral airline) can get travelers on the beach quickly. Santa Rosa National Park is located in Costa Rica's …and more »

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Cars kill more people in Latin America than crime and violence – The Costa Rica News

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Cars kill more people in Latin America than crime and violenceThe Costa Rica NewsTypical traffic in downtown San Jose, Costa Rica. Photo: ahrenw. The average number of homicides in Latin America – 20 per 100000 – is lower than the average of people killed in car accidents every year. The region's road [...]