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15h ago
In the lush landscapes of Costa Rica, a shift is occurring, drawing eco-tourists away from well-trodden paths to the emerging hotspots of Upala, Los Chiles, and the Southern Zone. These areas, including Bijagua, Caño Negro, Los Santos, Golfito, Puerto Jiménez, and San Vito, are gaining momentum as the new beacons of sustainable tourism, offering a blend of nature, adventure, and cultural immersion that promises to redefine vacationing in Costa Rica.
The Unveiling of New Eco-Tourism Jewels
Under the spotlight for their remarkable natural beauty and commitment to sustainability, these regions ha ..read more
The Costa Rican Times
15h ago
In a landmark move that’s sending waves of excitement through the expatriate community, Costa Rica’s Legislative Assembly has taken a decisive step toward making the lives of foreigners in this tropical paradise a tad easier and a lot more mobile. The recent passing of a bill on its initial reading is set to revolutionize how expats can hit the roads, steering away from the convoluted path and cruising towards a horizon of streamlined legalities and extended freedoms.
The Road Less Complicated
For years, the melody of Costa Rica’s beckoning shores has attracted expats worldwide, only for the c ..read more
The Costa Rican Times
15h ago
In the glitzy city of Los Angeles, Argentina’s football squad, adorned with their world champion status but sans their iconic captain Lionel Messi, staged a thrilling comeback to clinch a 3-1 victory against Costa Rica in an international friendly that had fans on the edge of their seats. The match, a blend of missed opportunities, strategic comebacks, and spectacular goals, unfolded under the bright lights of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, adding another memorable chapter to Argentina’s US tour.
The Stage Without Its Star
The absence of Lionel Messi, nursing an injury, loomed large as the ..read more
The Costa Rican Times
2d ago
In a world where superheroes come in the form of healthcare workers, Costa Rica stands poised to launch an ambitious vaccination campaign that might just make measles, rubella, and mumps tremble in their viral boots. In an unparalleled alliance, the Ministry of Health, the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS), and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) are joining forces. Their mission? To immunize a staggering 563,000 minors against these formidable foes.
Vaccination: The Shield Against Viral Villains
The realm of public health has long heralded vaccines as the ultimate weapon against ..read more
The Costa Rican Times
2d ago
In the digital age, an unseen network of fiber optic cables quietly powers our lives, carrying the lifeblood of information with the speed of light. But what happens when an ancient foe, as old as the Earth itself, takes on these modern marvels? Costa Rica has recently found itself at the epicenter of such a clash, where forest fires have emerged as the unlikely adversaries of the digital era, laying siege to the country’s telecommunications infrastructure.
The Front Lines: A Country Wired and Fired
The recent weeks in Costa Rica have seen nature’s fury manifest in the form of forest fires, a ..read more
The Costa Rican Times
2d ago
As the curtain rises on Holy Week, the skies above Costa Rica are set to host an astronomical event that promises to dazzle and intrigue. The night sky, typically a serene backdrop for the twinkling stars, will witness a captivating penumbral eclipse of the Moon, a celestial ballet where the Moon pirouettes through the Earth’s shadow. This dance is not with the dark core of the Earth’s shadow, the umbra, but with its softer, outer fringe known as the penumbra.
The Penumbral Performance: A Lunar Light Show
Scheduled to grace the cosmic stage from late tonight until the wee hours of the morning ..read more
The Costa Rican Times
2d ago
Holy Week in Costa Rica ushers in a mass exodus to the nation’s stunning coastlines, rivers, and pools, as both tourists and locals seek respite in the lap of nature. This annual pilgrimage is characterized by sun-soaked days, culinary delights cooked over open fires, and the communal joy of swimming in the country’s aquatic treasures. However, beneath the surface of these idyllic escapades lies a less talked about reality—the inherent dangers of water during the busiest vacation season.
The Risks of Revelry
The convergence of crowds and the post-meal lethargy of swimmers add layers of risk to ..read more
The Costa Rican Times
2d ago
In a thrilling twist of fate, Costa Rica carved its name as the final contender among the 16 titan teams set to grace the CONMEBOL Copa America United States 2024. This electrifying announcement, made on a fate-sealed Saturday, March 23, catapults the nation into a football (soccer for the Americans) fiesta alongside the 10 South American heavyweights and fellow invitees: the United States, Mexico, Panama, Jamaica, and Canada.
The Crucial Clash: A Game of High Stakes
The decisive match that sealed Costa Rica’s fate commenced with an air of suspense, only to be heightened by Honduras’s early le ..read more
The Costa Rican Times
6d ago
As Easter approaches, bringing with it the promise of processions, piety, and a plethora of peeps heading out of town for some much-needed respite, Costa Rica braces itself for the annual pilgrimage of vacationers. But it’s not just the faithful flocking to services and sandy shores that’s noteworthy this year; it’s the strategic pause in vehicular restrictions and the heightened vigilance of traffic officers that’s setting the stage for a smooth holiday exodus.
The Great Plate Liberation
In a move that’s akin to parting the Red Sea for motorists, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MO ..read more
The Costa Rican Times
6d ago
The peaceful and often overlooked world of pet nutrition has recently taken a dramatic turn in Costa Rica, as pet owners face the unexpected challenge of finding dry food for their furry friends on supermarket shelves. This sudden scarcity, echoing through the aisles of well-known retailers such as PriceSmart and Auto Mercado, is not a tale of dwindling consumer demand or an apocalyptic prediction come to life. Instead, it’s a story of how global logistics can tie knots in the supply chains we so heavily rely on, affecting even the most basic aspects of daily life, such as feeding our pets.
Th ..read more