The Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) in Liberia, the gateway to Costa Rica’s popular Pacific beaches, is facing a staffing crisis that threatens to derail the country’s crucial high tourism season. On Tuesday, the airport – known locally as Liberia International – suspended operations for several hours, marking yet […]
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With an exhibition that brings together 120 works by 60 artists, Artflow Gallery celebrates its 15th anniversary. The special exhibition called “60 x 60”, stands out because each piece shares the same size, 60 centimeters, the exhibition is a window to the diversity and richness of styles that characterizes Costa […]
Fish aren’t usually counted among the most common human fears but plenty of movies and other media types have tried to change that fact. The Jason Statham-starring The Meg (2018) and its 2023 sequel breathed some life into a genre floating upside down in its tank since the heyday of […]
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 […]
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 […]