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Here we share stories, insights, and updates from town  life, along with reflections on what it means to live more  connected,active,and present. Whether you’re visiting, staying longer, or simply curious, this is where our everyday moments and bigger ideas come together.  SUBSCRIBE All topics Community 2019 2020 Sports & Recreation Urbanism & Architecture Nature News 2010 2012 2014 Food & Beverage 2013 2016 2018 2023 Architecture and Urbanism Press [![](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/las-catalinas-estancia-horseback-riding-20.png) ](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/a-look-at-car-free-towns) Oct 2023 ### [The Future of Car-Free Towns and Cities](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/a-look-at-car-free-towns) Revitalizing Urban Living: The Promise of Car-Free Cities As the urban landscape expands, so does the escalating traffic congestion, and a growing chorus of urban planners and ... [Read more ](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/a-look-at-car-free-towns) [![](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DesayunoTipico.jpg) ](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/desayuno-típico-the-costa-rican-breakfast) January 2020 ### [Desayuno Típico: The Costa Rican Breakfast](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/desayuno-típico-the-costa-rican-breakfast) Desayuno Típico is the typical Costa Rican breakfast, a simple, healthy meal that can be found in sodas and homes around the country. Much ... 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For example, a meal out at a local restaurant or at a friend’s home ... [Read more ](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/picadillo-de-turno-a-classic-costa-rican-meal-to-cook-at-home) [![](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DesayunoTipico.jpg) ](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/desayuno-típico-the-costa-rican-breakfast) Jan 2020 ### [Desayuno Típico: The Costa Rican Breakfast](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/desayuno-típico-the-costa-rican-breakfast) Desayuno Típico is the typical Costa Rican breakfast, a simple, healthy meal that can be found in sodas and homes around the country. Much like the casado, there are regional ... [Read more ](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/desayuno-típico-the-costa-rican-breakfast) [![](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Copy%20of%20The%20Daily_%20Monday%2c%20December%2030th%2c%202019_-4.jpg) ](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/4-costa-rican-animals-to-spot-during-dry-season) January 2020 ### [4 Costa Rican Animals to Spot during Dry Season](https://theblog.lascatalinascr.com/new-the-blog/4-costa-rican-animals-to-spot-during-dry-season) Dry season brings quite a few changes to the behavior of animals in the tropical dry forest of Guanacaste, who must respond to the ... 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