Juan Santamaría International Airport (AIJS) has once again been recognized as the Best Airport in the region and with the Best Airport Staff in Central America and the Caribbean in the aviation industry’s most prestigious awards, Skytrax’s World Airport Awards 2025. Winners are selected through a global survey in which […]
Costa Rica is the land of pura vida, lushing nature and incredible fauna, but like any other country entering legally has its formalities; therefore, every traveler should know that foreign citizens may enter the country as tourists without a visa depending on their country of origin. The United States, Canada […]
Costa Rica, renowned for its biodiversity and commitment to environmental conservation, has once again captured the attention of the scientific community. Researchers have uncovered four new species of deep-sea octopus in a nursery located near hydrothermal vents off the Pacific coast. This remarkable discovery sheds light on the mysterious lives […]
QCOSTARIA — Costa Rica is experiencing turbulent times. The wave of violence generated by the war between drug trafficking gangs has deeply affected public peace, affecting not only the perception of security but also the country’s image as a tourist paradise, a destination for foreign investment, and an ideal home […]
Q24N (InsightCrime) A recent multimillion-dollar money laundering investigation in Costa Rica illustrates how the government is attacking the country’s growing drug-related violence by going after the profits. Prosecutors leading the so-called “Fénix” case indicted 25 individuals on February 28 on charges of laundering drug trafficking profits of around US$17 million. […]
Costa Rica, a jewel of Central America, is renowned for its biodiversity, pristine landscapes, and commitment to sustainability. But one surprising fact about this small yet remarkable nation is that its marine area is approximately ten times larger than its landmass. This extraordinary reality underscores Costa Rica’s ecological significance and […]
Oscar Arias, the former president of Costa Rica and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has recently found himself at the center of a diplomatic controversy. The U.S. government revoked his visa without providing a clear explanation, sparking discussions about the implications of this decision and its potential motivations. Arias, a prominent […]
Costa Rica’s national anthem, officially titled “Noble Patria, tu hermosa bandera” (“Noble Homeland, your beautiful flag”), is a proud symbol of the country’s rich history, sovereignty, and identity. Like most national anthems, it serves as a unifying piece of culture, representing Costa Rica’s ideals of peace, freedom, and democracy. With […]
QCOSTARICA — In recent days, the dollar exchange began to suffer the effects of United States President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on the entire world, including Costa Rica, with a 10% tax on all U.S. exports. In the last week, the dollar exchange rose ¢7 colones, and although […]
QCOSTARICA — The Poás Volcano erupted for the third time in a matter of four hours this Tuesday morning, with a cloud of smoke and ash reaching 1,500 meters above the crater level. Residents from different parts of the country report observing the plumes of the eruptions. The Observatorio Vulcanológico […]