El Salvador will privatize or close the cryptocurrency wallet “Chivo” created by President Nayib Bukele when he made bitcoin legal tender in 2021, an official said Thursday. The announcement came after the Central American nation’s government reached a $1.4 billion loan deal with the International Monetary Fund that addressed its […]
Yearly Archives: 2024
Celebrity Bear Hunt, the British reality show that was filmed in Costa Rica last May, already has a premiere date on Netflix. The streaming platform announced that the program that brings together a group of celebrities in the forests of our country will air on February 5, 2025 and will […]
QCOSTARICA — Vicarious violence, also called “substitution violence” is considered one of the most complex forms of domestic aggression. In practical terms, it consists of attacking children so that the mothers are the ones who suffer. The concept is extended to scenarios where the protection of the property and even […]
Embarking on a cruise to Costa Rica promises an extraordinary adventure filled with tropical landscapes, vibrant culture, and unforgettable experiences. However, successful travel requires careful preparation, especially when navigating the unique aspects of a Costa Rican cruise vacation. While the allure of pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and exotic wildlife beckons, […]
Christmas one hundred and seven years ago meant Christmas trees with real candles, women in long skirts and petticoats, and men with waxed mustaches and pocket watches. In the Christian world, it was a time to celebrate. But in the 27 miles of trenches crossing France, it looked to be […]
Two weeks ago was released on YouTube the video Despacito I’m in a hurry Ricardo Arjona. This is an audiovisual that was recorded entirely in Costa Rica, specifically in the South Caribbean, last October. This past week the platform recorded that the video has 18.5 million views and is placed […]
QCOSTARICA — In order for Costa Ricans and residents to be protected against yellow fever and to be able to enjoy their trips outside the country in peace, the Ministry of Health announced that this vaccine will be applied free of charge. This is also a strategy to address the […]
QCOSTARICA — The Chinese Embassy in Costa Rica, on Tuesday, strongly rejected the alleged intrusion of cybercriminal groups located in China into Costa Rica’s telecommunications and technology systems,” as stated by the Presidency of Costa Rica and the Embassy of the United States in our country this Tuesday. “We strongly […]
QCOSTARICA — South African model Candice Swanepoel joins the list of celebrities visiting Costa Rican beaches this season. Swanepoel, one of the Victoria’s Secret angels, shared with her millions of followers images and videos of Costa Rica’s South Caribbean. Currently, she is on vacation in Costa Rica enjoying the beauty […]
When we moved to Costa Rica 12+ years ago, my new job managing a small non-profit brought us to a little beach town in Guanacaste. Life here has been good. Stunning beaches. Abundant nature and wildlife. Beautiful culture. Nice people. Delicious food. An overall slower pace of life. However, there […]