QCOSTARICA — Costa Rica on Sunday, September 15, commemorated the 203rd anniversary of Independence, a historic date for our country and Central America. Due to its relevance, this holiday is considered a mandatory paid holiday, according to Costa Rican labor legislation. Unlike in the recent past, this year, the enjoyment […]
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Welcome to the sunny side of Costa Rican Spanish. As expats and visitors in this tropical paradise, we often focus on mastering the basics or navigating tricky local slang. But today, we’re diving into something equally important: the art of positivity in Tico Spanish. Whether you’re chatting with your Tico […]
QCOSTARICA — From January 8, 2025, Costa Ricans planning to travel to the United Kingdom (UK) will have to comply with the new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). This measure is part of the British government’s efforts to digitize its immigration and border system, to improve security and the experience of […]
QCOSTARICA — Authoritarian language and constant confrontations between President Rodrigo Chaves and other powers of the Republic are delaying the execution of policies, according to a study released by the Universidad Nacional (UNA). There is no route to a clear and effective policy in fields such as education and the […]
First, Yessica Mercedes lost a brother who was beaten to death by gang members. Then, another brother was jailed in the government’s “war” against gangsters. Neither were members of the feared criminal groups that have wrought havoc on Salvadoran society, she said. Her family, however, has been caught in the […]
The Costa Rican production company Café Cinema completed the filming of its first feature film in English called Paradise Falls: a Christmas Story. It is a Christmas movie that – according to its makers – promises to bring the magic of Costa Rica to movie screens around the world. Its […]
Eating certain foods before having sex can influence overall well-being and sexual function. Here are some key points about cheese and other foods that could affect your sexual experience: Gas and Upset Stomach: Cheese can cause gas and upset stomach in some people, especially if consumed in large quantities or […]
Humpback whales carry out one of the longest migrations in the animal kingdom, traveling from the cold polar waters to the tropics to reproduce and give birth to their young, in an incredible and unique spectacle of nature that can be enjoyed in Costa Rica. The warmth of these crystalline […]
When I was growing up, faroles – the handmade lanterns meant to symbolize the 19th-century journey that brought the message of Central American independence to Costa Rica – were simple constructions, made of paper – like a red, white and black accordion with a candle inside. We typically made them in […]
Environmentalist Juan López, who fought against open-pit mining in Honduras, was shot dead on Saturday night in the northeast of the country, a crime that is being investigated by the police and has been condemned by the authorities. According to local press reports, López, 46, was killed by individuals when […]