The Pedregal festivities are presented as an economical option with all the necessary safety conditions for the enjoyment of Costa Ricans. With ¢15,000 an adult can enjoy the bulls, special activities in the ring, food and an alcoholic drink. For their part, children can buy a special pass for ¢6,000, […]
Daily Archives: January 2, 2024
Costa Rica’s tourism industry applauded the arrival of more international tourists to the country during the current high season. However, the sector affirms this isn’t enough for their full recovery. According to the executive director of the Costa Rican Chamber of Hotels (CCH), Flora Ayub, due to the exchange rate, […]
In Costa Rica, more than half of the female workforce has suffered some type of gender violence at work, according to a 2022 study by the National Women’s Institute (Inamu). With regards to the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, experts in the entire work cycle, call […]
Spaniard David Dóniga will replace his compatriot Rubén de la Barrera as head coach of the El Salvador national team, the Salvadoran Football Federation announced on Monday. The federation announced in a statement that “it is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with coach David Dóniga to […]
The destination of Tamarindo continues to grow hand in hand with the arrival of more tourists to the Guanacaste airport, the increase in passengers continues to break records in this year 2023, predicting encouraging figures for the New Year 2024. For its part, international tourism is on track to recover […]
Technology will continue to progress in 2024 and with it the challenges in areas such as cybersecurity. The lack of professionals in the sector, geopolitical cyber attacks or vulnerabilities in mobile applications or virtual reality headsets will be in focus and all of this will be dominated by artificial intelligence. […]
A Colorful Resurgence in San José December 27th in San José was a day for the memory books, as the city transformed into a vibrant canvas of colors, sounds, and jubilation, marking the grand return of its beloved Carnival. This long-anticipated event, emerging from a three-year hibernation, saw the streets […]
President Rodrigo Chaves indicated that Costa Rica must make several legal reforms to combat drug trafficking and homicides related to this illegal activity. He also mentioned that if said reforms aren’t made, violence and homicides will continue to rise in 2024. Chaves believes strong legislation should be introduced to restrict […]
An Enigmatic Ensemble of Eerie Tales The Seychelles Islands, known for their idyllic beauty, hide a shadowy side of haunting tales and ghostly whispers. From the eerie legends passed down by sailors like Jose Causing, a former Merchant Marine, to chilling accounts unearthed through avid readings, these islands are a […]
The Dilemma of Shark Bycatch in Costa Rican Waters This week, Costa Rica’s fishing landscape hit a snag with a new twist in the ongoing saga of hammerhead shark conservation. The Institute of Fisheries and Aquaculture (INCOPESCA) has found itself in choppy waters, trying to navigate the murky depths of […]