Sleepless In Costa Rica - Enjoying The Costa Rican Nightlife
Costa Rica loves all kinds of music that visitors will enjoy too, from Salsa to Tex-Mex and calypso to even classical and jazz. There are dozens of clubs through out the country where live music is played, and no matter what your taste, there is something to please everyone.
San Jose has by far the greatest night life and one of its best clubs is El Pueblo in Escazu. Another is Club Twister which caters mostly to a younger crowd, and plays strictly Latin music. El Tobagan, an extremely popular club, is open only on the weekend and filled always to full capacity. San Jose has the best nightclubs, restaurants and boutiques. It won’t disappoint.
In El Puebl is a tango bar. This club is geared more for an older set. Drinks are served as more traditional ballads are sung, and if your lucky perhaps even a tango might be performed.
In terms of dancing Costa Rica is a country that can really dance, from the salsa and lambada to the cumbia and meringue. It is probably a good idea to take a few salsa lessons before you leave, thus ensuring you’ll enjoy your stay. Dancing is practically a way of life in Costa Rica and if you want to enjoy your visit you’ll have to partake in the country’s very happening night life.
Brush up on your Spanish if you aren’t fluent and make sure to take a peak in the local papers such as Tico Time and La Naclon. Both papers should direct you to what and where things are happening in Costa Rica, from festivals and movies, to concerts and theater.
Showcasing local and visiting musicians the Monteverde Festival in february and March is a must see. The theme changes from year to year, so it is a good idea to find out exactly what festival organizers have planned before you attend. The local Ticos will surely give you all the information you need regarding forthcoming performances.
The majority of Costa Rica’s population is Catholic and so the country observes traditional holidays like Easter and Christmas. But there are other less known holidays the country observes as well, such as Black Christ Esquipulas, a holiday observed by the countries large Guatemalan emigrant population.
A hundred years ago, Costa Ricans established The Tetro National theater Company. Not to mention there is a national symphony, and more importantly an abundance of Salsa music visitors will be able to enjoy too.
Costa Rica also has numerous nature and wild life programs available to the public. Try taking the Mountverde Cloud Forest Night Tour which explores all the beauty and splendor of the jungle, in particular Costa Rica’s abundant wildlife.