Costa Rica, a country celebrated for its lush biodiversity and laid-back lifestyle, has a distinctive quirk that often surprises visitors: its addressing system. Unlike most countries that rely on street names and building numbers, Costa Rica’s addresses are famously based on landmarks—some current, some long gone, and some delightfully obscure. […]
Daily Archives: October 4, 2025
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In a world overflowing with travel blogs, influencer reels, and generic news feeds, finding a reliable, well-rounded source of information about Costa Rica can feel like searching for a toucan in a rainforest canopy. That’s where [CostaRicaNews.com](http://www.CostaRicaNews.com) steps in—not just as a website, but as a dynamic social media presence […]
Who would have thought that imitating a television character could be the start of a successful acting career? José Palma tells us how his talent for imitating Elodia, a fictional character in Costa Rica played by actress María Torres, sparked his passion for acting and inspired him to pursue his […]
Q COSTARICA — María Teresa Rodríguez, former Miss Costa Rica 2008 and current host at Teletica, has confirmed that Costa Rica will not participate in this year’s Mrs. Universe pageant. Rodríguez, who manages the Mrs. Universe franchise in Costa Rica alongside her friend, model Johanna García, shared the news in […]
Q COSTARICA — A steady increase in traffic accidents and the number of people injured and killed in accidents is also causing the Compulsory Auto Insurance (SOA) premium to rise in Costa Rica. This is one of the components of the annual vehicle circulation permit known as the Marchamo, and […]
Q COSTARICA — Vehicle traffic on Route 1 in the Cambronero sector remains completely closed after a massive landslide caused by heavy rains in recent hours washed away most of the road surface. Several images circulating on social media show the impact of the landslide that occurred between the Piedra […]
The holidays are a perfect time to slow down and send a little light to friends and family. A printed card still feels special: someone held your photo, read your words, and put that envelope in the mail. If you want cards that feel warm and personal, merry christmas photo […]