Arts and Culture Archives

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Guatemala Hosts Literary Festival Amid Free Speech Crackdowns

Tico Times - March 14, 2025

Arts and Culture

Costa Rica’s Medical Marijuana Rollout: Legal Relief or Just a Loophole?

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Starbucks Invests $11 Million in Costa Rica to Open New Coffee Shops

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The Art City Tour Returns to San José with “For the Love of Chepe”

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Costa Rica Studio Wimblu Explores Language Through Art and Film

Tico Times -

Wimblu, a creative documentary studio formed by three Costa Ricans, is set to host several events in anticipation of the release of the ninth...

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Pope Francis Names Costa Rican Coffee Best in the World

Tico Times -

Pope Francis chose Costa Rican coffee. During the traditional Wednesday audience in Vatican City, the head of the Catholic Church expressed his appreciation for...

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When Bocas del Toro, Panama was part of Costa Rica

The Tico Times -

Look closely at this mid-1800s map of Costa Rica, and you might spot some major differences.

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Is Costa Rica the New Hotspot for Celebrity Vacations and Special Occasions?

Tico Times -

Several celebrities have decided to come to Costa Rica for the holidays. Gal Gadot, Shawn Mendes, and Gisele Bündchen chose the sun, beaches, and...

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Costa Rican Traditions Promise Prosperity in the New Year

Tico Times -

If your ship didn’t come in this year, don’t despair. There’s always next year – and the eve of a new year might be...

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A closer look at a Costa Rica New Year’s Tradition

Ed Bernhardt -

Costa Ricans are fond of Santa Lucía flowers and have an interesting tradition of bestowing bouquets of these flowers to friends during the New Year to ensure prosperity.