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All Costa Rica Quepos

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Quepos

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Quepos, Costa Rica

Updated December 14, 2011

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El Avion Restaurant and Bar

The sister plane of the C-123 shot down during the Iran-Contra Affair has found a new purpose in retirement.

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