Costa Rica’s “pura vida” ethos—a celebration of peaceful stability and clean government—is being tested as never before. The court’s decisive action sends a clear message that no public official is ...

As of July 1, 2025, Costa Rica’s familiar gold-hued ₡500 coin has officially exited circulation, rendering those shiny pocket treasures obsolete for everyday transactions. Whether you’re paying for ...

For those craving sand, surf, and sunscreen: Langosta Beach Club in Tamarindo hosts a 4th of July Pool Party on July 4, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Highlights include: Drink specials and “Good Eats” ...

Unlike many jurisdictions scrambling to draft exhaustive crypto statutes, Costa Rica has adopted an indirect approach. There are no specialized cryptocurrency laws; instead, digital-asset ventures ...

Costa Rica’s reputation as a tropical haven is facing its toughest test in years. Once celebrated for its sloths, surf breaks and “pura vida” tranquility, the nation now wrestles with falling visitor ...

On July 18, at the rustic yet raucous Cámara de Ganaderos arena in Liberia, the three-division WBC strawweight champion Yokasta “Choco” Valle will put her belt on the line against Peru’s veteran ...

Football fever is taking Costa Rica by storm this week as the prestigious FIFA World Cup Trophy makes a special appearance, igniting dreams and passions among fans eagerly awaiting the 2026 World ...

Costa Rica is once again leading the charge in marine conservation, urging the international community to pause deep sea mining until comprehensive scientific research can assess its impacts ...

Costa Rica has taken center stage at the third United Nations Ocean Conference, jointly hosted with France in the beautiful coastal city of Nice from June 9 to 13, 2025. Themed “Accelerating ...

Two peer-reviewed investigations uncover reports of severe neurological and cardiac complications following mRNA vaccination, raising questions and calls for greater transparency and research into ...

Multiple former officials were taken into custody early this morning in Costa Rica as part of an expanding investigation into a ₡21.8 billion (≈ $41 million) no-bid contract to overhaul the ...

Spring break travelers looking for an affordable getaway can now book one-way award flights to Costa Rica starting at just 7,500 miles. This limited-time deal covers flights from several major U.S ...