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Monthly Archives: June, 2016

President Solís demands explanation for spike in traffic jams

President Luis Guillermo Solís is asking the legislature to let him hire more than 1,000 new traffic officers, among other measures the government is pursuing in hopes of alleviating traffic.

Tamarindo Art Wave to showcase local, national and international artists

The town of Tamarindo, best known for its beaches and nightlife, is inviting the world to see its artsy side for a change.

National campaign collects used batteries for recycling

The Life Insurance Company of the National Teachers’ Union (SSVMN) is hosting a collection campaign of both acid and alkaline batteries that will be sent to a recycling center in Canada.

Costa Rica’s best coffee was grown by a newbie farmer

Francisco Mena of Finca Sumava in Lourdes de Cirrí, Naranjo is new at coffee farming. But that didn't stop him from producing Costa Rica's best bean of 2016.

Final thoughts from Costa Rica’s short-lived Copa América: Is Ramírez in the hot seat?

Costa Rica's disappointing performance in the Copa América has brought a lot more questions than answers about this team heading towards the 2018 World Cup.

Central American countries promote multi-destination tourism

Government agencies, tourism boards and private companies from all seven countries in Central America have launched a joint partnership in a multi-destination travel initiative.

Would you trust a taxi driver to sell you real estate in Costa Rica?

Looking to buy your dream home in Costa Rica? Why not ask your taxi driver? After all, he has the same legal authority to bring buyers and sellers together as a career real estate agent — i.e., none — and he is entitled to the same fat commission.

Costa Rica launches plan to attract birdwatching tourists

There are 925 species of birds in Costa Rica, representing almost 10 percent of the species in the world, and tourism officials are hoping to cash in on the rising market of tourists interested in watching them.

Michigan fugitive arrested in Jacó

When police apprehended him in Jacó, Saatio resisted arrest and tried unsuccessfully to escape custody again, according to police.

A thumb’s up for earthquake education and thrills in Cartago

The Tico Times visited the new earthquake simulator outside Cartago, and came away both entertained and enlightened.

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