With its oversized beak and incredible coloration, few species represent the natural beauty of Costa Rica like the keel-billed toucan. Let’s learn a little more about this tropical wonder. The keel-billed toucan (Ramphastos sulfuratus) has a much better name in Spanish. I couldn’t find anything on why it’s called keel-billed. […]
Yearly Archives: 2023
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A Latte More Than Just Coffee: The Ultimate Starbucks Odyssey Starbucks, the ubiquitous coffee giant, is not just about brewing your favorite cuppa anymore. In an exciting turn of events, Starbucks is now offering its most dedicated coffee aficionados a chance to swap their local café tables for a tropical […]
A Historic Leap in Legal Protection On a notable day, December 13, 2023, Costa Rica took a giant stride in fortifying its legal framework by passing Bill No. 23,449, a landmark legislation known as the “Whistleblower Protection Law.” This momentous law, awaiting the President’s signature and publication in La Gaceta, […]
Costa Rica is famous for beautiful beaches. With coastlines on the Pacific and Caribbean, it’s home to some of the best playas (“beaches”) in the world. Costa Rica’s coast is blessed with golden sand shaded by palm trees — and powdery white sand surrounded by offshore corals. Here we give […]
Navigating New Waters: Costa Rica’s Tech-Savvy Ocean Guardian In a groundbreaking move, Costa Rica has launched an advanced satellite monitoring center, propelling the nation to the forefront of marine conservation. Situated in Heredia at the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) headquarters, this high-tech hub is set to be a […]
QCOSTARICA — Officially the language of Costa Rica is Spanish and the law calls for protection of indigenous languages. Article 76 of the Constitution establishes: “Spanish is the official language of the Nation. However, the State will ensure the maintaining and cultivation of national indigenous languages”. – Advertisement – However, […]
Here’s a healthy idea for the New Year: make green juices for boosting your health and vitality. Everyone can take advantage of these healthy drinks, which provide many of the nutrients we need for good health. You can purchase greens in the markets, or better yet, grow them at home. […]
Choosing to recover your health by staying at the beach can have numerous benefits and advantages. From the calming sound of the waves to the fresh sea breeze, here are some important reasons explaining why it is better to recover your health by staying at the beach. A sanctuary of […]
Unraveling a Texas Tragedy: The Pregnancy Revelation In a case that seems more like a plot from a dramatic thriller than real life, convicted killer Kaitlin Armstrong’s saga takes an unexpected turn. Amidst her infamous flight to Costa Rica and eventual capture, Armstrong’s legal team drops a bombshell in court: […]
QCOSTARICA — The abundant flow of dollars that has characterized the Costa Rican market in recent months, driven by a great supply of dollars in the market, could continuet into 2024. This would cause the dollar exchange rate to remain as it is or continue to decline. However, unlike at […]