Costa Rica’s “pura vida” ethos—a celebration of peaceful stability and clean government—is being tested as never before. The court’s decisive action sends a clear message that no public official is ...

As of July 1, 2025, Costa Rica’s familiar gold-hued ₡500 coin has officially exited circulation, rendering those shiny pocket treasures obsolete for everyday transactions. Whether you’re paying for ...

Unlike many jurisdictions scrambling to draft exhaustive crypto statutes, Costa Rica has adopted an indirect approach. There are no specialized cryptocurrency laws; instead, digital-asset ventures ...

Costa Rica’s reputation as a tropical haven is facing its toughest test in years. Once celebrated for its sloths, surf breaks and “pura vida” tranquility, the nation now wrestles with falling visitor ...

Costa Rica, June 2025 – Costa Rica may be known for its “Pura Vida” lifestyle, but in 2024 it also earned a spot among the world’s top 30 most earthquake-active nations. According to a May ...

Costa Rica has long enjoyed a stellar reputation as a top destination for foreign direct investment, offering economic stability, advantageous tax-free zones, and a vibrant business climate ...

Costa Rica is once again leading the charge in marine conservation, urging the international community to pause deep sea mining until comprehensive scientific research can assess its impacts ...

Multiple former officials were taken into custody early this morning in Costa Rica as part of an expanding investigation into a ₡21.8 billion (≈ $41 million) no-bid contract to overhaul the ...

Two peer-reviewed investigations uncover reports of severe neurological and cardiac complications following mRNA vaccination, raising questions and calls for greater transparency and research into ...

Spring break travelers looking for an affordable getaway can now book one-way award flights to Costa Rica starting at just 7,500 miles. This limited-time deal covers flights from several major U.S ...

Costa Rica’s iconic Poás Volcano National Park is once again welcoming visitors, following a temporary closure due to increased volcanic activity. The National System of Conservation Areas ...

Costa Rica’s Ministry of Health has announced new measures to prevent yellow fever from entering the country, responding to an uptick in cases across the Americas. During a press conference on ...