With adventure travel continuing its meteoric rise globally, Costa Rica is ramping up efforts to solidify itself as a prime destination for thrill-seeking wanderers. Tourism officials are targeting major North American cities to trumpet the country’s breadth of heart-pumping experiences beyond the beach. Last week the Costa Rica Tourism Board […]
Monthly Archives: January 2024
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Sunbathing is a popular pastime for many people, as it offers numerous benefits such as a sun-kissed glow, vitamin D synthesis, and relaxation. However, finding the right balance between enjoying the sun’s rays and avoiding harmful effects is essential. While some sun exposure is beneficial, spending too much time in […]
Manzanillo, a beach town in Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast, is making waves with its latest innovation: an accessible beach designed to welcome visitors with disabilities and mobility issues. This beach is not just a new destination; it’s a symbol of inclusivity and sustainability. Inclusive Shores: A Pathway to the Caribbean […]
If you’re looking for a destination that offers stunning natural landscapes, biodiversity, adventure activities, and a vibrant culture, Costa Rica should be at the top of your vacation list in 2024. Incredible biodiversity First and foremost, Costa Rica is known for its incredible biodiversity. With over 5% of the world’s […]
In a move that’s bound to make smiles brighter across the region, the Swiss-based Straumann Group, a global leader in dental solutions and orthodontics, officially announced its arrival in Costa Rica. With an impressive investment of $1.4 million, they’re set to install a regional distribution center and a customer service […]
The United States will sanction those who persist in obstructing democracy in Guatemala following the inauguration of President Bernardo Arévalo, whose rise to power was at risk given the siege of the Prosecutor’s Office. “It is important to remember that the United States has used the legal tools [sanctions] we […]
Balancing the material and spiritual components of our life is an ongoing journey that requires conscious effort and self-awareness. In this fast-paced and materialistic world, it is easy to get caught up in the pursuit of wealth, success, and material possessions, often leaving behind or neglecting our spiritual well-being. However, […]
Is 2024 going to be a long, hot, dry year? Well, if you believe in the Costa Rican tradition known as ‘’pintando los dias’’, the answer at this moment seems to be yes. If you have never heard of this, it is a piece of Costa Rican folklore that says […]
Q24N — The U.S. State Department is warning Americans traveling to Colombia not to use online dating apps while in the country after multiple “suspicious deaths.” The U.S. State Department said in a travel advisory issued on January 10, 2024, that the U.S. Embassy in (Bogota) Colombia, is aware of […]
RICO’s BLOG (Opinion) “I find myself both surprised and dismayed by the attitude of some expatriates living in a welcoming country like Costa Rica, who continually express contempt for their host and adopted country,” writes Sébastien St-Pierre, in his opinion article at Mag506.com. The “downtown complaining sessions” by expats were […]