The feria, the weekly outdoor market, is a people watcher’s paradise, and when it comes to finding your favorite fresh fruits and vegetables straight off the farms, there’s no beating it.
Reviewing hotels and restaurants in Manuel Antonio and Quepos, we felt like mosquitoes at a nudist colony: We were very happy to be here, but we hardly knew where to begin.
Whether it's in the tranquil islets of Granada on the massive Lake Nicaragua or on the cobblestone streets of La Calzada, we have assembled some of our favorite places for R&R in the colonial town.
We spent over a month exploring the lodging options in this area and growing fat on all the good food. Here are The Tico Times’ top picks for five good hotels and five good restaurants in a range of prices in the Santa Ana area.
Every September 14th, on the eve of Independence Day, most towns and cities of Costa Rica celebrate the traditional lantern parade. Driven by educational...
They’re behind your clock. They’re in your curtains. They’re laying eggs in your knickknacks. They’re your constant housemates, so we might as well learn...
All over Latin America, empanadas (turnovers) are eaten for breakfast, lunch, dinner or as a snack.
They vary in taste according to the ingredients used...
