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Costa Rica Yoga: Adapting Practice while on your Trip

The word “yoga” in Sanskrit literally translates to “union or coming together” – a joining of the body, mind and spirit. As travelers, it’s...

Costa Rica’s Unofficial Third Season

Costa Rica has a tropical climate since it lies so near the equator.  In fact, the country is famous for having one of the...

Domestic airlines prepare Semana Santa flights and deals

Two domestic airlines, SANSA and Costa Rica Green Airways, continue to offer intra-national flights during the coronavirus pandemic. 

Domestic airlines resume intra-Costa Rica flights

Costa Rican airline SANSA has resumed domestic commercial service, the carrier announced.

Trip Report: Flying domestic airlines in Costa Rica

As part of The Tico Times’ Deep Dives, we review domestic flights in Costa Rica.

Tips for meaningful travel in Costa Rica

Here are some tips on how to make the most of your Costa Rican experience.

Despite its dark past, Medellín, Colombia, remains one of Latin America’s great cities

Once synonymous with drugs and bloodshed, Medellín now provides an unbelievably vibrant and colorful stage for an increasing number of foreign visitors.

Café Rojo: And here the twain shall meet

Café Rojo is cute. The red sign hanging from the iron gate is cute. The one-room dining room is cute. Slatted wood tables out...

Urban bus tour celebrates San José

“When you’re on vacation,” says Andrés Oreamuno, “you want to take the most advantage of your time. You don’t want to waste a minute.” So...

Eight official rules for getting your free refill at McDonald’s

If you're from the U.S. or Canada, you likely understand the concept of  free refills quite well. You order a soft drink. When you've...

What to Do if Bees Attacks you in Cost Rica

The only thing someone can do when attacked by bees is run, preferably in a zig-zag pattern, to the shelter of deep water or...
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Costa Rica Used-Car Imports Fall 85% After Tax Loophole Closes

Costa Rica imported just 631 used vehicles in September, down 85% from a year earlier, as new customs valuation rules took hold. The average declared value doubled to $8,227 and tax per vehicle rose 71%.

Spotify Introduces New Family Plan Verification Rules in Costa Rica

Spotify is tightening its rules for Premium Family subscriptions in Costa Rica, introducing a verification system that requires selected users to prove they live...

Canadian Woman Dies at Costa Rica Cosmetic Surgery Clinic, OIJ Investigates

Costa Rican authorities are investigating the death of a 57-year-old Canadian woman at a cosmetic surgery clinic in San José. The woman had reportedly returned for a follow-up appointment after undergoing a procedure earlier in October.

Costa Rica Could Lose 24-Hour Tsunami Monitoring Over University Cuts

Costa Rica's tsunami warning center says it will stop round-the-clock monitoring of the country's coasts on Jan. 1, 2027, unless the government and lawmakers...