Since 2017, the Costa Rican Accessible Tourism Network has been created as a non-profit association that works day by day to make Costa Rica a destination for everyone. The three pillars of the association are information, verification, and training in accessible tourism in Costa Rica. Our Story Il Viaggio Travel, […]
Daily Archives: November 5, 2024
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The President of the Republic, Rodrigo Chaves, mistakenly referred to people who consume marijuana in the country as “criminals.” In reality, the self-consumption of cannabis is decriminalized in Costa Rica. The use, possession, cultivation, and transportation of marijuana for personal use are not penalized in the country. This is acknowledged […]
In Costa Rica, people over 45 years old face significant obstacles to accessing the job market. Despite their extensive experience, social and economic barriers continue to limit their employment opportunities. With a population projected to reach 17% of older adults by 2043, the inclusion of this group in the labor […]
The federal Minister of Immigration, Marc Miller, announced last week that Canada would reduce the planned number of new permanent residents. Of the 485,000 scheduled to be welcomed into the country this year, the number will drop to 395,000 in 2025, to 380,000 in 2026, and to 365,000 in 2027. […]
Thousands of fans have been lining up for hours outside Costa Rica’s National Stadium to see Paul McCartney’s historic concert. Some have even traveled from several countries to watch their idol’s performance. The legendary former Beatle has drawn fans from El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua to Costa Rica to enjoy […]
The more Central and South American youth and teens use technology the more they create a digital footprint that will build their significance. Central and South American youth and teens are learning that their content has influence and has the ability to create changes in thinking and creativity. Central and […]
Costa Rica is advancing investment in biodiversity through a blended finance program, combining concessional and catalytic capital from public and philanthropic sources to stimulate private sector investment in sustainable development. Through this approach, new opportunities are opening up to access the financial resources Costa Rica needs to address the urgent […]
The visit of El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele to Costa Rica on November 11 has sparked controversy, highlighting tensions between regional security concerns and democratic traditions. Bukele, known for his tough stance on crime and accused of authoritarian tendencies, will meet solely with Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves. Initially, plans […]
QCOSTARICA — An environmental license that had been granted to build the Vistas de Sámara project was annulled because the Secretaría Técnica Nacional Ambiental (SETENA) – National Environmental Technical Secretariat, questioned the impact on protected areas of Playa Sámara, in Nicoya. The project was a real estate development that intended […]
QCOSTARICA — Due to the payment of aguinaldos (year-end bonuses), marchamos, taxes, and the high tourist season, foreign investment and exports, the dollar exchange rate could close the year touching the barrier of ¢500 colones per US dollar. For the last two months of the year, the exchange market is […]