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Costa Rica’s Ambitious New Initiative: “We will let you work”

The Costa Rican government today presented the "We'll Let You Work" initiative, which seeks to eliminate, one of the biggest problems in the country:...

Costa Rica Neighborhood La Carpio gets a Bad Rap

On a recent trip to Costa Rica, I had the good fortune of traveling with a local through the downtown neighborhoods of the capitol,...

Costa Rica’s Presidential Ballot Rivals: Figueres and Chaves

Former president José María Figueres and former minister Rodrigo Chaves will define in a ballot on April 3 who will be the next president...

How and Where to Vote For Costa Rican Expats

Whether living within Costa Rican’s magnificent country or having settled elsewhere on other ventures, there is one thing you can always count on, a...

Voting in Costa Rica and the Upcoming Election

As you travel along the roads of Costa Rica you are quickly reminded of the upcoming election. Whether it be a dirt road through...

Costa Rica sets up Voting Booths in 19 Prisons

Over 8000 prisoners are registered to vote in the upcoming National elections including the choosing of a new President on Sunday February 6. Election...

Most Costa Ricans support vaccine mandate: UCR

The majority of Costa Ricans support the country’s Covid-19 vaccine mandate

Costa Rica aims for urban natural parks to improve wellness in cities

Some 60% of Costa Rica's population lives in the GAM, which constitutes only 4% of the national territory.

President Carlos Alvarado reduces salary in the face of economic crisis

The president's announcement came as the Legislative Assembly discussed a government proposal to cut 15% of the government's highest wages, including those of lawmakers.

Costa Rica announces cuts in public spending in the face of pandemic crisis

The budget cuts will be the largest in Costa Rica's history, President Carlos Alvarado said, as the world faces the coronavirus pandemic.

State of the Union: In face of pandemic, Carlos Alvarado delivers solemn and hopeful address

Carlos Alvarado called for unity in the face of the coronavirus pandemic but acknowledged Costa Rica will endure a difficult economic recovery. 

President of Costa Rica seeks to strengthen government after resignations due to private data scandal

The president of Costa Rica, Carlos Alvarado, announced on Wednesday an effort to strengthen governance in response to a scandal over suspicions of breach of private information that caused several resignations in his cabinet.

Costa Rica goes to the polls to choose municipal leaders

Costa Ricans began voting Sunday to elect the authorities that will govern their 82 municipalities over the next four years.

First Lady Claudia Dobles named as one of world’s greatest leaders

Dobles has spearheaded efforts to decarbonize Costa Rica by 2050.
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Keylor Navas Returns as Bryan Ruiz Names First Costa Rica Squad

Keylor Navas returns as interim coach Bryan Ruiz names his first Costa Rica squad for Nations League matches against Nicaragua and Haiti.

Panama Rescues Three Costa Rican Fishermen After Six Days Adrift in the Caribbean

Three Limón fishermen missing since Sept. 21 were found alive off Panama's Caribbean coast after their boat's engine failed and a cellphone call to 911 led rescuers to them.

Costa Rica Tripled Tourism Advertising Spending Without Proven Visitor Impact

Costa Rica increased international tourism advertising spending by 223% between 2022 and 2025, but government auditors found insufficient evidence that the additional spending significantly increased visitor arrivals.

Who Is Costa Rica Really Competing With for Tourists?

Costa Rica's tourism board says its rivals are Thailand, Indonesia and New Zealand, not its neighbors. Business chambers see a wider field and warn the country is getting too expensive.