A Christmas story we weren’t meant to hear
Christmas one hundred and seven years ago meant Christmas trees with real candles, women in long skirts and petticoats, and men with waxed mustaches...
This Thanksgiving in Costa Rica, pass a plate to those in need
Share your Thanksgiving meal with a child in need - including children who have fled the Syrian conflict - with just a click on your smartphone.
This day in history: Pope John Paul II visits Costa Rica
Tuesday is the 38th anniversary of Pope John Paul II’s visit to Costa Rica.
As the first pope to visit the country, he drew one of the...
A year ends with no party: The Fiestas de Zapote
The Fiestas de Zapote are a holiday tradition for many Ticos.
Tournament in Costa Rica to celebrate women in fishing
This February 20-22, the second of what will certainly become an annual women's fishing tournament will be held at Marina Pez Vela in Quepos, Costa Rica.
Osa Conservation to celebrate Álvaro Day, honoring father of Costa Rica’s national parks
On Feb. 15, Osa Conservation will host the second annual Álvaro Day, honoring the legacy of one of Costa Rica's most influential environmental figures.
Prepare to party: Costa Rica readies for Fiestas de Palmares 2020
The Palmares tope is one of the country’s most famous, with cowboys from all over the country turning up to show off their riding skills and sometimes other talents.
The Good Witches of Puntarenas Costa Rica
Ferimar Navidena 2019 in Puntarenas is a three-day festival starting Friday, Nov. 29 through Sunday Dec. 1.
Costa Rica prepares for 50th anniversary of Fiestas de Zapote
In December, Costa Rica will celebrate the 50th anniversary of its iconic Fiestas de Zapote.
Commemorate Remembrance and Veterans Day in Costa Rica
On Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019 at 3:00 p.m., the Escazú Christian Fellowship will host a service to commemorate Remembrance Day and Veterans’ Day in Costa Rica.
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