The Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, celebrated Costa Rica's Independence Day by illuminating in the colors of the country's flag. "Our friend country, United Arab…
Costa Rica's Independence Day isn't until tomorrow, but the country is observing the day off today as part of an effort to create more long weekends. From…
Costa Ricans everywhere are a little more patriotic in September, the month of their country's independence. Along with much of Central America, Costa Rica celebrates Independence Day…
Thousands across the country marched Sunday in memory of Allison Bonilla, María Luisa Cedeño and other women who have been victims of femicides in Costa Rica. "The…
Andrey Amador is the lone Costa Rican cyclist at the 2020 Tour de France. The prestigious cycling event began August 29 and ends September 20 — delayed…
Bordered on two sides by water, it's no surprise Costa Rica has many spectacular beaches. Some of the best are in the province of Guanacaste, with its…
Irazú Volcano National Park is best known for views of the volcanic craters, but a second, lesser-known sector of the park is almost as breathtaking. Located 4…
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Costa Rica has suspended all mass gatherings, including church and other religious services. The lack of religious ceremonies has proven especially noteworthy…
The coronavirus has forced many of us to forgo vacations for social distancing. Work-from-home has replaced waterfalls; Netflix has replaced nature; "pandemic" has replaced "Pura Vida." Wherever…
Costa Rica on Monday declared a state of emergency in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Among the measures enacted by Costa Rica to slow the spread of…
