Ileana Fernandez

Roger Ureña Hidalgo, owner of Finca Santa Teresa, and Ricardo Calderón and sons, owners of the Café Don Cayito brand, won first place in the recent edition of the prestigious international Cup of Excellence Coffee 2024 contest. Being recognized as the best coffee in Costa Rica and ranking among the […]

Many visitors come to Costa Rica looking for adventure and adrenaline, ready to explore and venture into the wild. Driven by this bold spirit, many end up entering different national parks and biological reserves through unauthorized areas. Often, tourists book tours that seem promising, thrilling, and extremely fun. However, some […]

Costa Rica is bracing for heavy rains throughout the remainder of the week, influenced by a new tropical wave and the indirect effects of Hurricane Beryl. The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) has forecasted an increase in rainfall starting Tuesday, which is expected to persist at least until Friday. According to […]

Dunkin’ is set to launch its operations in Costa Rica. Company representatives have confirmed that the first store will open in the province of Heredia. The Dunkin’ menu will include a wide variety of products, from coffee and hot and cold beverages to their classic donuts and other savory snacks. […]

According to experts from the University of Costa Rica (UCR), sharks and rays in Cocos Island National Park could be seriously affected by climate change. Changes in temperatures and weather patterns will influence these marine species. This was revealed in a recent study conducted by the Center for Research in […]

On Sunday the streets of San Jose will be filled with thousands of people to celebrate LGBT pride. The march will begin on the east side of La Sabana, where it connects with Paseo Colón, and then head towards Plaza de la Democracia. Pride Costa Rica has expressed their enthusiasm […]

The Costa Rican Oil Refinery (RECOPE) denounced 20 former officials for approving payments totaling $2.1 million to the Ad Astra Rocket Company, founded by Franklin Chang. The complaint was filed with the Public Prosecutor’s Office on Wednesday, June 26, for the alleged crime of breach of duty. The $2.1 million […]

The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) issued a warning given that the Central American Monsoon Gyre will affect Costa Rica. According to Eladio Solano, an IMN specialist, the Central American gyre consists of a cyclonic circulation pattern, with winds rotating counterclockwise, much like a cyclone. Additionally, it involves a vast area […]

“The Lives of a Fruit” is an exhibition featuring 139 pieces created by Costa Rican artisans, designers, and artists who took on the challenge of crafting the most beautiful works from jícaros. The exhibit opens to the public on Friday, June 28, at 9 a.m., at the Cultural Heritage Office […]

The U.S. Department of State published the 2024 Trafficking in Persons Report. Costa Rica was placed in the Level 2 category, meaning it’s not in full compliance with the minimum standards for eliminating trafficking in persons but is making “significant efforts” to meet those standards. “Around the globe, an estimated […]