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Costa Rica bans avocado imports from 9 countries

Hold the guac! That side of guacamole could get a lot more expensive now that Costa Rica has decided to temporarily ban avocado imports from nine countries, including Mexico, the world’s largest producer of avocados.

National Emergency Commission lifts drought warning for Pacific provinces

Rainfall along the Pacific coast has gradually returned to normal levels following last year's decrease in rainfall of up to 65 percent in Guanacaste and 30 percent in Puntarenas.
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My Twice Yearly Parasite Routine in Costa Rica

Intestinal parasites are my companion in Costa Rica. Every six months or so I make a trip to the pharmacy and ask for pastillas...

Dubai Duty Free New Year’s Draw Makes Costa Rican Millionaire

A resident of Costa Rica has claimed a major prize in an international lottery, marking a milestone for not only for him (understatement of...

Argentine Tennis Star Sebastián Báez Enters Australian Open with Momentum

As the tennis world turns its attention to Melbourne for the 2026 Australian Open, Argentine player Sebastián Báez stands out as a steady force...

The Palmares 2026 Festival is Costa Rica’s biggest January Event

For first time visitors, the Fiestas de Palmares can feel like several Costa Rican traditions stacked into one place. It is part town fair,...