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Monthly Archives: March, 2015

‘Kingdom of Characters’ celebrates Japanese pop culture

The exhibit in San José is designed to celebrate 80 years of diplomatic relations between Costa Rica and Japan, but it’s also an excuse to display some nerdy toys and posters. Japanese pop culture has a range of imagination that has inspired billions of consumers around the world, and despite the many shared motifs, no two franchises are exactly the same.

Juan Santamaría International Airport now offers discounted long-term parking

Hourly parking rates at the airport increased by almost 16 percent last year, but now new daily and weekly rates allow savings up to 52 percent.

Costa Rican lawmakers move forward with bill to lower cap on rent hikes

If approved by the full Assembly, yearly rent increases would be capped at 10 percent, down from the current 15 percent.

Guatemalan president waves off Biden’s counsel to keep UN impunity commission

U.S. Vice President Joe Biden, during a visit to Guatemala earlier this week, strongly hinted that keeping the U.N. International Commission Against Impunity in Guatemala was a condition for U.S. support of a new regional development plan for Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador.

Expansion of road to Monteverde advances, but experts find flaws

As of this week, the gravel road to Monteverde is open for transit all day, with some exceptions for construction work.

Beerfest to pour into La Sabana Park

UPDATE: According to an article in La Nación, Beerfest has been postponed, due to licensing issues.

Costa Rica announces clunker buyback program to finance fuel efficient cars

If Costa Rica is serious about meeting its 2021 carbon neutrality goal, it will have to address the transportation sector, Environment Minister Edgar Gutiérrez said, which is responsible for nearly 32 percent of CO2 emissions and 67 percent of fuel consumption in Costa Rica.

Holi Festival of Colors to celebrate Indian diaspora with colored powder

The Costa Rica India Association (CRIA) is hosting its own Holi event in Santa Ana, not just to celebrate love and compassion but also to showcase Indian culture and traditions.

Discover Manuel Antonio: Beaches, Wildlife, and Adventure Activities Await

Manuel Antonio, nestled along Costa Rica's stunning Central Pacific Coast, is a destination that effortlessly blends natural beauty with thrilling adventures. From the world-renowned...

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