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Media Tensions Rise as Costa Rica Government Mocks Reporters

Tension between President Rodrigo Chaves and the press continues to escalate. During this week’s press conference, journalists were mocked by President Chaves and intimidated...

Costa Rican Surfer Brisa Hennessy reclaims #1 spot in WSL ranking

Costa Rican surfer Brisa Hennessy, reclaimed the number one spot of the World Surf League, after finishing fifth pat the Margaret River Pro in...

Brisa Hennessy First Costa Rican to Win Hurley Pro Sunset Beach

Costa Rican surfer Brisa Hennessy has reached the quarterfinals of the women's shortboard at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

Costa Rica Surfing in Puerto Viejo: The Caribbean’s Ultimate Waves

Sunshine, surfing and reggae make Puerto Viejo one of the preferred destinations of many Costa Ricans. There’s something about the Caribbean that makes you relax,...

Surfing in Costa Rica: Secrets from a Local Surfer

Costa Rica’s known for great surfing spots like Jacó, Hermosa, Tamarindo, Grande and Salsa Brava,

10 common questions about surfing in Costa Rica

Mike fell in love with Costa Rica in 1980 when he took his first surf trip there and discovered the unbelievable surf and friendly...

Surfing gives hope to Brazilians with disabilities

Doctors told Malu Mendes that she would never walk normally again, but now she is a world champion at riding waves. Miguel Almeida can...

Surf Sunday: Watch ‘Endless Summer II,’ A film that popularized Tamarindo

By the 1990s, Tamarindo and nearby surf spots — Witch's Rock, Ollie's Point — weren't exactly secrets, but the release of “Endless Summer II” really broke things wide open.

Costa Rican Olympian Hennessey Was Born To Surf

It’s a long way from the jungles of Costa Rica to the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo, but it is a journey that Brisa Hennessey...

The Legendary Surf Town of Pavones Costa Rica

Near the border of Panama in the most southern area of Costa Rica scarlet macaws sound through the trees and the essence of pura...
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Costa Rica Reverses Route 27 Lanes as Beach Traffic Heads Home

If you spent the school break at the beach and you're driving home today, here's the one thing you need to know: Route 27...

Costa Rica Faces Flood Risk as Tropical Wave Moves Across Today

A tropical wave moving across Costa Rica today is expected to bring yet another round of heavy rain and thunderstorms, with already saturated ground...

Argentina Beats Switzerland 3-1 to Reach World Cup Semifinals

Argentina survived another tense knockout match Saturday night, defeating 10-man Switzerland 3-1 after extra time to advance to the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA...

Costa Rica Report Finds High First-Time Vehicle Inspection Failure Rate

More than one-third of the vehicles presented for Costa Rica’s mandatory technical inspection failed on their first attempt during 2025, with excessive emissions, worn...