Costa Rica’s Caribbean region is often celebrated for its exuberant nature and rich culture. However, the area is also a key hub for banana production. The country ranks among the world’s leading commercial banana producers, boasting an average productivity of 2,325 boxes per hectare, equivalent to about 42 metric tons. […]
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According to the OIJ, one of the 50 most wanted men by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) was captured on Tuesday morning in Costa Rica. The OIJ and the Public Prosecutor’s Office raided 23 locations in an operation against a group linked to money laundering and drug trafficking. The […]
The most recent Legatum Prosperity Index reveals that Costa Rica ranks among the most prosperous countries in Latin America, alongside Chile and Uruguay. These three nations stand out in a region where many others struggle with political instability and economic challenges. According to the report, Costa Rica is ranked 39th […]
Costa Rica’s tourism sector has voiced concerns about the country’s rising violence and its impact on the international image. A recent New York Times article highlighted how Costa Rica, once seen as a paradisiacal tourist destination, has become a magnet for drug trafficking. For years, the country avoided the fate […]
Costa Rica continues to captivate both locals and foreigners. On Saturday, a remarkable sighting of a humpback whale was captured on video at Punta Leona Beach in the Central Pacific. As shown in the video, several people were enjoying the sea when the majestic cetacean emerged from the water, stunning […]
The Nicaraguan Army announced this Sunday the arrest of a man accused of planning a weapons theft, but opposition media outlets in exile claimed he is an advisor to President Daniel Ortega who has fallen out of favor. The Nicaraguan Armed Forces stated in a press release that “the citizen […]
Uber has introduced a new feature aimed at enhancing safety for both drivers and users in Costa Rica. The company’s latest update allows drivers to record trips through their phone’s selfie camera. This feature was first tested in California in 2018 and has been available in Mexico for a few […]
Welcome to the sunny side of Costa Rican Spanish. As expats and visitors in this tropical paradise, we often focus on mastering the basics or navigating tricky local slang. But today, we’re diving into something equally important: the art of positivity in Tico Spanish. Whether you’re chatting with your Tico […]
First, Yessica Mercedes lost a brother who was beaten to death by gang members. Then, another brother was jailed in the government’s “war” against gangsters. Neither were members of the feared criminal groups that have wrought havoc on Salvadoran society, she said. Her family, however, has been caught in the […]
When I was growing up, faroles – the handmade lanterns meant to symbolize the 19th-century journey that brought the message of Central American independence to Costa Rica – were simple constructions, made of paper – like a red, white and black accordion with a candle inside. We typically made them in […]