Una Presentación de la Cultura “The most magical place on Earth”
Los Ticos – Costa Rican men Las Ticas – Costa Rican women Canadiense – Canadian as in “Soy canadiense.” – “I am Canadian.”
Costa Rica is a democratic country Peaceful One of the most stable Latin American countries “Pura Vida” People are friendly, kind, and happy A general love for Canadians Use of “usted” instead of “tu” “¿Como estás?” “¿Como está usted?” “Pardon senor, ¿puedes decirme cuánto cuesta esta cosa?” “Pardon senor, ¿puede usted decirme cuánto cuesta esta cosa?”
What can we expect to eat? Rice Black beans Vegetables Beef Chicken Fish Tortillas Common Dishes Gallo Pinto, the “Casado”, the Tamale, rice & beans, fried plantain
Limit the amount of bartering (it isn’t common) “¿Cuánto cuesta…?” “How much does…cost?” Exchange Rate: $1 CAD = CRC (as at July 31) Top things to buy in Costa Rica Coffee Coffee liqueur Wood carvings, hand made jewelry
Ticos are known to start conversations with foreigners They love when foreigners ask them questions, too! Tico’s have a deep sense of honour Don’t talk about religion and don’t criticize! A handshake is the most common form of greeting Men: firm handshake Women: pat on the back and/or light kiss Latin Americans are not punctual. Don’t worry if they’re late!
Address ticos by their titles. Doctor: doctor Teacher: profesor Lawyer: abogado Engineer: ingeniero No title: señor, señora, señorita Dress to impress Fidgeting with hands/feet is considered impolite Making a fist with the thumb sticking out in the middle is considered offensive Bargaining isn’t allowed in local store/markets
Buenos días – Good morning Buenas tardes – Good afternoon Buenas noches – Good evening ¿Qué es la hora? – What time is it? ¿Dónde estamos? – Where are we? Soy… - I am… Estoy… - I am… Adios/Hasta lluego – Bye! Hasta Mañana – See you tomorrow Muchísimas gracias – Many thanks
Home is where the heart is (Spanish Proverb)
Preguntas? (Questions?)