The iGaming industry has witnessed incredible growth in recent years. Due to digitization trends and the consistent introduction of innovative technologies, the global industry is even projected to reach a market volume of $133 billion by 2029. With its consistent growth, new markets all around the world are emerging to […]
Daily Archives: February 13, 2025
In 2024, almost 3 million tourists came to Costa Rica. Many who arrived participated in tours, both of the action/adrenaline variety (rafting, ziplining, etc) and those that showcase the country’s abundant nature and wildlife. Few tourists know that besides these well-publicized excursions, Costa Rica also offers a chance to see […]
Nestled along the breathtaking Pacific coastline of Costa Rica’s Central Pacific region, an innovative sustainable community is emerging—one that seamlessly blends modern comforts with nature’s bounty. With a simple yet profound vision to harmonize sustainability and community, this development is committed to enhancing well-being, protecting our planet, and generating wealth […]
When it comes to President Donald Trump’s calls for expanding U.S. territory in the Western Hemisphere, the debate isn’t limited to Washington. Leaders across Latin America are also grappling with whether to take his words literally or view them as broader signals of U.S. foreign policy direction. Among them is […]
The Costa Rican Police Force conducted a major operation in Barrio Escalante, San José, at a business advertising itself as a therapeutic massage center. The operation was part of an investigation into an alleged human trafficking network for sexual exploitation. Randall Zúñiga, director of the Judicial Investigation Organization (OIJ), stated […]
In the intricate web of nature, even the smallest disruptions can trigger devastating consequences. A prime example of this phenomenon is currently unfolding in Central America, where the rapid decline of frogs and other amphibians has been linked to an alarming rise in malaria cases. What may seem like an […]
It’s not every day that a routine transatlantic flight carrying a European monarch ends with a priority landing, but that’s exactly what happened when a KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flight from Amsterdam to Costa Rica encountered a serious cockpit windshield issue mid-descent. While the event was handled smoothly by the […]
For many Americans looking to retire, the idea of escaping the cold, high taxes, and bureaucratic headaches of the U.S. in favor of a warm, tax-friendly paradise is incredibly appealing. Enter Costa Rica, a country that offers low property taxes, no inheritance tax, and a cost of living that can […]
Netflix’s latest reality survival show, Celebrity Bear Hunt, is taking entertainment to new extremes—literally. While the title may suggest a hunt for an actual bear, the reality is far more amusing: twelve celebrities are the ones being hunted. Hosted by Holly Willoughby and featuring Bear Grylls as the relentless pursuer, […]
San Gerardo de Rivas is a small, traditional Costa Rican town situated high in the valley of the Chirripó Pacífico River in the Talamanca Mountains of south-central Costa Rica. The area has traditionally been dedicated to agriculture, and the land has been owned by locals who have devoted their lives […]