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A House of Sparrows
- Jan 30, 2019
- 5 min
Where to eat in Dominical, Costa Rica
Dominical, Costa Rica may be a small town but there are great restaurants too that your family can enjoy. From relaxed, open air restaurants
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A House of Sparrows
- Sep 21, 2018
- 10 min
Our family road trip through Tuscany
Some places are special for a reason, and Tuscany will hold a dear place in my heart as one of my favorite destinations to date. Our time sp
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Crystal Norris
- Aug 2, 2018
- 4 min
Update: What our family has been up to
I've done a pretty poor job of blogging since we moved to Germany, and for good reason! Our family has been very busy with traveling,...
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A House of Sparrows
- May 18, 2018
- 6 min
What I'll miss about living in Costa Rica
Now that it is official and our time in Costa Rica has come to an end, I can't stop and think about all of the things I will miss from o
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A House of Sparrows
- May 15, 2018
- 11 min
Traveling with a toddler to Costa Rica
Its a fact that toddlers love to explore. And if your child is like mine, anything that has to do with the outdoors keeps her happy and ente
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A House of Sparrows
- May 9, 2018
- 3 min
Best mosquito repellents for Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a safe country, but there are some mosquito-borne illnesses that you and your family need to protect yourself from. These illn
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A House of Sparrows
- May 7, 2018
- 4 min
We're moving to...
Big announcement today! If you are new to my blog, let me give you a quick recap on A House of Sparrows and our family's plan on traveli
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A House of Sparrows
- Apr 9, 2018
- 7 min
Moving to Costa Rica: Packing tips on what you should bring
Our family moved to Costa Rica last year and we struggled to and not overpack. When you move to a new country its difficult to know exactly
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A House of Sparrows
- Apr 2, 2018
- 8 min
Must-see sites in Costa Rica
Costa Rica seems to have it all. As we have reached our 6 month mark in calling this amazing country home, we've realized how diverse th
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A House of Sparrows
- Mar 26, 2018
- 4 min
Top 10 foods & drinks you have to try in Costa Rica
It isn't a surprise that I love trying new foods whenever and wherever I travel. So when our family decided to move to Costa Rica, first
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A House of Sparrows
- Mar 3, 2018
- 3 min
What to wear when hiking in Costa Rica
Situated in Central America, Costa Rica boasts some of the richest rainforests in the world and is full of adventure. Its important to pack
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A House of Sparrows
- Feb 22, 2018
- 7 min
You know you live in Costa Rica when...
I always say life in Costa Rica is one great adventure. The memories we have experienced in this country are a mix of funny, difficult and a
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A House of Sparrows
- Feb 17, 2018
- 8 min
15 baby travel essentials
Traveling with a baby isn't easy, but it doesn't have to be the nightmare so many people often say it is. With the right gear, and s
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A House of Sparrows
- Feb 11, 2018
- 6 min
Manuel Antonio National Park: Know before you go
Manuel Antonio National Park is one of Costa Rica's most visited parks even though it is the smallest. Inside this 1,700 acre park, lies
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A House of Sparrows
- Jan 26, 2018
- 6 min
8 reasons why you should travel with your kids
"Travel now before you have kids." I'm pretty sure we've all heard that overused and outdated saying. I know we did, dozens of times...
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A House of Sparrows
- Jan 15, 2018
- 10 min
Living in Costa Rica: 3 month update
As I look back on these past few months, I can't believe that our family has moved to Costa Rica only 90 days ago. That's it?! It se
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A House of Sparrows
- Jan 13, 2018
- 9 min
8 Reasons why you should travel to Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena de Indias, a city full of color, romance and a vibrant culture all nestled behind its historic walls. Its a city that pleasantly s
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Crystal Norris
- Dec 28, 2017
- 6 min
My 2018 travel plans
2017 was a busy year for our family full of career changes, a move to Costa Rica and several trips all over the world. We made many memories
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Crystal Norris
- Dec 19, 2017
- 4 min
Our expat family's must-see destinations in Costa Rica
We've already been living in Costa Rica for two months now and Costa Rica is starting to feel more like home. Now that we have gotten us
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