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Costa Rican Spanish Phrases: La farándula

La farándula is a group of local characters consisting of figures from business, sports, politics, modeling, entertainment, rich and beautiful people and the famous. I guess you could say it is sort of like Costa Rica’s version of the Jet Set.

The History of Coffee in Costa Rica

Coffee is one of the most consumed drinks in the world each year; a coffee in the morning or a couple in the afternoon...

What is Costa Rica Single Origin Coffee?

Coffee that only comes from Costa Rica can be called single origin.  However, what does that mean?  Single origin coffee means that it is...

Puro Cuento International Festival to open on International Women’s Day

The aim of the festival is to promote a love of story-telling, as well as highlight important social and cultural issues. 

Despite its dark past, Medellín, Colombia, remains one of Latin America’s great cities

Once synonymous with drugs and bloodshed, Medellín now provides an unbelievably vibrant and colorful stage for an increasing number of foreign visitors.

Costa Rica Oxcart Parade: Día Nacional del Boyero

The Oxcart Parade on Sunday, March 12, in San Antonio de Escazú is Costa Rica’s traditional showcase at its best.

Fun and free in Costa Rica: Día Nacional del Boyero (The Oxcart Parade)

The Oxcart Parade on Sunday, March 12, in San Antonio de Escazú is Costa Rica’s traditional showcase at its best.

Fun and free in Costa Rica: Sunday aerobics at Parque La Sabana

With this story, Tico Times Travel launches a monthly column called “Fun and free in Costa Rica,” by Ilana Long — short dispatches on interesting things to do that cost nada.

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.

Parrita: How green was the valley

Most travelers don’t spend much time in Parrita. Except for an annual Mule Festival, the town doesn’t have much going for it. But Parrita...
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Costa Rica Infrastructure Push Focuses on Roads, Train and Traffic Relief

Costa Rica’s new Public Works and Transport Minister, Efraím Zeledón, is setting a clear test for his time in office: move forward five long-delayed...

Costa Rica Confirms Sixth Chikungunya Case of 2026

Costa Rica has confirmed its sixth chikungunya case of the year, this time involving a 53-year-old woman from Alajuelita who recently traveled to Nicaragua. The...

Costa Rica Art City Tour Returns to San José With Chepe Bajo la Lluvia

The Art City Tour (ACT) will continue its 2026 season with the event “Chepe bajo la lluvia” (“San José in the Rain”), an initiative...

Costa Rica Enters Fernandez Era With Chaves Still in the Room

As I write this, Costa Rica is celebrating the changing of the guard. Laura Fernandez has been sworn in as our new President. Three...