The Environmental Commission of the Legislative Assembly passed a bill on Tuesday to prohibit the exploration and exploitation of gas and oil in Costa Rica. The bill will now be up for discussion prior to the first debate. The proposed law consists of two articles. The first one emphasizes that […]
Daily Archives: February 21, 2024
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Almost two years after the launch of the biometric passport, 750,000 Costa Rican citizens already have the document to enter and exit the country.This is the passport model that includes more security systems. Among others, there is the chip with biometric data and personal information; as well as holographic effects, […]
If the first two months of 2024 have seemed hot to you, get ready because before this situation decreases, it will increase considerably throughout Costa Rica.In addition to high temperatures and a greater sensation of sultry, stronger ultraviolet (UV) rays will be present in the national territory between March and […]
74% of residents in the Greater Metropolitan Area (GAM) of Costa Rica and with pets in their homes want more animal-friendly businesses.This is reflected in a recent study carried out by the firm UnimerCentroamérica, which interviewed 387 people, men and women of legal age, and from different socioeconomic levels. This […]
Two men were attacked by a crocodile in the Terraba River, Osa. The incident unfolded precisely in the sector known as Rancho Quemado at 9:50 a.m., as reported by the Red Cross. According to the team members, an initial on-site unit reported one patient safely out of the water in […]
Get to know the Sendero de los Reyes, a route that runs behind Cerro del Tigre, an eminent sacred mountain for the Bribri culture.This ancestral path, known as the “Path of the Kings”, has been traveled by their ancestors for more than 5 thousand years. Indigenous path “El Sendero de […]
US Open champion Coco Gauff says she is committed to fighting for equality and justice and hopes she’ll ultimately be seen as “on the right side of history”, after being named as one of Time magazine’s women of the year on Wednesday. Gauff has been outspoken from a young age, […]
Transporting your car to Costa Rica can be a complicated task, but with the right car shipping company it can become much simpler. Doing your research and comparison shopping to find one with all necessary licenses and certifications can make all the difference in terms of ease and success. Before […]
Costa Rica is gearing up for another significant influx of migrants in 2024, with projections suggesting a near-doubling of figures from the previous year. Shirley Montenegro, the National Emergency Officer of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), anticipates that close to one million individuals will traverse Costa Rica en route […]
Costa Rica is home to an increasing population of expats. Many choose to bring their belongings with them when moving. Before shipping any of your belongings overseas, it’s essential that you are familiar with their customs procedures and documentation requirements in the country you will be traveling to – this […]