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This Week in Costa Rica: The importance of local journalism

We have been busy this week bringing you ethical, responsible and transparent reporting.

Win romantic dinner for two with The Tico Times

Enter for a chance to win a romantic dinner for two at Riverside Pizzeria & Gastropub.

The Tico Times on Radio Dos: Summiting Chirripó

This week, reporter Alejandro Zúñiga discussed his two-day hike to Costa Rica's highest peak at Cerro Chirripó.

Happy New Year from The Tico Times

May 2019 bring you cute sloths, delicious tamales and safe journeys on a new year of adventures.

Letter from the Editor: The Tico Times’ incredible year

Just over a year since The Tico Times reopened, I can tell you that it's been an amazing ride.

The Tico Times on Radio Dos: Our Santa Teresa and Puerto Viejo deep dives

This week, assistant editor Alexander Villegas discussed The Tico Times' reporting from Santa Teresa and Puerto Viejo.

The Tico Times Weekly Digest: Dec. 03, 2018

Get your weekly dose of Costa Rican news with The Tico Times Weekly Digest.

Our 2018-2019 High Season Print Edition is here!

Our new print edition is on its way to distributors nationwide.

The Tico Times visits Puerto Viejo

Our editorial team will visit Puerto Viejo from Dec. 8-16 for in-depth coverage of one of Costa Rica’s most beloved destinations.
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How Scammers Use Real Photos to Steal Deposits on Costa Rica Getaways

As Costa Ricans and tourists finalize plans for Semana Santa and mid-year breaks, authorities and consumer groups issue fresh alerts on a persistent scam...

Endangered White-Lipped Peccaries Found Slaughtered Inside Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve

Last Wednesday, the carcasses of ten wild pigs were found slaughtered inside the Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve on the Osa Peninsula in southern Costa...

Hostage Crisis Unfolds in Guatemala Prisons After Gang Leader Transfers

Gang members sparked riots in multiple prisons across Guatemala on Saturday, taking more than 40 guards and staff as hostages. The unrest stems from...

Brazilian Star Beatriz Haddad Maia Falls in Australian Open First Round Upset

Beatriz Haddad Maia, Brazil's leading women's tennis player, saw her Australian Open campaign end abruptly on Sunday with a first-round defeat to Kazakhstan's Yulia...