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How Costa Rica’s Food Culture Inspired My Thanksgiving Turkey

Many of the foods we devour on Thanksgiving are part of the same culinary exchange that took place in Central America when Spanish conquistadors, indigenous Americans, and African slaves collaborated on cooking over hundreds of years.

From the Weeping Woman to the Naked Gringo: Costa Rica’s spookiest folklore

Halloween is not considered a traditional holiday in Costa Rica, but the lore here is rich in scary stories.

United Airlines Launches Direct San Francisco-Costa Rica Flight

As of May 22, 2025, United Airlines will inaugurate a new daily direct route between San Francisco International Airport and San Jose's Juan Santamaría...

US Citizen Voters in Costa Rica and Elsewhere Outside of the United States are Doing Something Right

At this time, only ballots submitted by fax, email (where permitted) or by courier (DHL Fedex) will arrive in time to be counted. Donald Trump...

Banana Production In Costa Rica: Another Perspective

Often, we receive letters about issues we cover in the Tico Times. While most could be called "manifestos", wild conspiracy theories or personal attacks...

Natural Pain Relief: Grow These Healing Plants in Your Costa Rican Garden

We all have those days when little aches and pains flare up beyond the comfort zone.  If you’re tired of taking expensive pills and...

Costa Rican Congresswoman Opposes Reintroduction of Live Bait Fishing

Kattia Cambronero, a PLP Congresswoman, voiced her strong opposition to a recent initiative by INCOPESCA to reintroduce the capture and use of live bait...

Impact of Dollar Exchange Rate on Costa Rica’s Economy in 2024

The exchange rate is a concern for all Costa Ricans and foreigners residing in or visiting the country. Its impact on the national economy...

How to Buy a Used Car in Costa Rica: Tips and Personal Experience

Buying a used car in Costa Rica is a hit or miss proposition. The choices are endless, as can be the problems one encounters...

Costa Rica’s Manuel Antonio National Park Faces Crisis

The Manuel Antonio National Park, located in Quepos, is one of the most visited places by national and international tourists. Its natural beauties make...
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