Costa Rica has opened international bidding for a $770 million expansion of the San José–San Ramón highway. The project includes additional lanes, new bridges, upgraded interchanges and proposed tolls, with construction expected to begin in 2027.

Costa Rica’s Priciest Airbnb Tops $23,000 for Thanksgiving Weekend

The Tico Times - October 20, 2026

The most expensive vacation rental on Airbnb in Costa Rica for Thanksgiving weekend costs more than 10.5 million colones, or about $23,300, for two...

Main Suspect in Playas del Coco Killing of American Still at Large Three Weeks Later

The Tico Times - October 20, 2026

The main suspect in the killing of American Marc Walter Fleming in Playas del Coco remains at large more than three weeks after his...

Saturated Soils Put All of Costa Rica on Rain Alert Through Wednesday

The Tico Times - October 19, 2026

All of Costa Rica is on rain alert. Soils are near saturation, so even short storms can flood streets through Wednesday.

Flash Floods Trap People in Heredia and Escazú as Storms Dump Up to 80 mm

The Tico Times - October 18, 2026

Heavy afternoon storms flooded streets across Heredia and western San José on Sunday, trapping people behind fast-rising water and forcing rescues in at least...

Costa Rica’s Cahuita Tourism Businesses Struggle After Major Drug Raids

The Tico Times - October 18, 2026

Tourism businesses in Cahuita, one of our best-known Caribbean destinations, are struggling with fewer visitors, declining sales and concerns about the town's reputation following...

Costa Rica Storms Return After 2,000 Lightning Strikes in One Day

The Tico Times - October 18, 2026

If you have plans outside today, do them in the morning. Rain and thunderstorms are forecast across Costa Rica this Sunday, and most of...

Costa Rica Through A Canadian’s Eyes: More Than Just Pura Vida

Matthew McConaughey’s Tequila Brand Debuts in Costa Rica Through Luxury Hotel Partnership

The Tico Times - October 17, 2026

Pantalones Organic Tequila, owned by Matthew and Camila McConaughey, makes its Costa Rica debut at Nekajui with four cocktails inspired by Texas, Brazil and Guanacaste cowboy culture.

Your Android Phone May Soon Warn You Before a Costa Rica Earthquake Hits

The Tico Times - October 17, 2026

Google is expanding its Android earthquake alerts to more than 200 countries, and Costa Rica has been reported among them. Here is what to check on your phone, and what to use until the alerts switch on.

Costa Rica’s Licensed Taxi Fleet Has Shrunk by Nearly Half Since Uber Arrived

The Tico Times - October 16, 2026

Costa Rica's licensed taxi fleet has fallen to roughly half its original size, according to taxi industry representatives, who say about 6,800 drivers remain...