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June in Costa Rica: dates, events and celebrations that define the month

June is one of the most unique months of the year in Costa Rica. It is not defined by massive festivals, but rather by a unique combination of environmental dates,

International Experts Evaluate the Country’s Most Exclusive Coffees in Prestigious Global Competition

Coffee specialists from seven countries are participating this week in one of the most prestigious specialty coffee competitions in the...

Thousands of Confiscated Seashells Will Be Returned to the Ocean Through Environmental Initiative

A new environmental initiative led by Avianca and AERIS aims to return thousands of seashells to the ocean as part...

Sinkhole on Route 27 Forces Traffic Diversions Toward the Pacific Coast

Heavy rainfall over the past few hours caused a major sinkhole on National Route 27, specifically near Orotina, leading to...

Wildlife Crossing Bill Faces Crucial Moment in Congress

A key initiative for biodiversity protection The Wildlife Crossing Bill is currently going through a decisive stage in the Legislative...

New alliance aims to strengthen traveler safety at the country’s main airport

Cooperation between airport authorities and the United States Embassy The country’s main international airport has announced a partnership with the...

New tropical wave expected to bring heavier rainfall across several regions

Authorities monitor the arrival of Tropical Wave No. 5 The arrival of Tropical Wave No. 5 has prompted meteorological authorities...

New Marine Species Discovered Buried Beneath the Sand at Playa Naranjo

A scientific discovery on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast Researchers identified a new marine species buried beneath the sand at Playa...

Sharon Herrera sets a new national race walking record in Spain

The Costa Rican athlete continues to shine internationally Costa Rican race walker Sharon Herrera set a new national record during...

New Tropical Wave Expected to Intensify Rainfall Across Several Regions

Tropical Wave Number 5 approaches the national territory Meteorological authorities are monitoring the arrival of tropical wave number 5, an...

Fuel Price Increases Lead to Higher Bus and Taxi Fares Across the Country

Rising fuel costs begin affecting public transportation fares Recent fuel price increases have started to generate adjustments in bus and...

Gymnast Gloriana Sánchez gains international experience after competing in Azerbaijan

An international experience for Costa Rican gymnastics Costa Rican gymnast Gloriana Sánchez experienced an important milestone in Azerbaijan, where she...

Guanacaste Drives Air Tourism Growth with Record Visitor Numbers

Guanacaste Airport accelerates its international growth The Guanacaste Airport recorded significant growth in international visitor arrivals, showing an expansion rate...

Agricultural Innovation Promotes Sustainable Fertilizers Developed in San Carlos

A local alternative to reduce dependence on imports A company located in the region of San Carlos has developed a...

The Birth of a Bat in a Tropical Forest Earns a Costa Rican International Recognition

A unique scene captured in Costa Rica’s wilderness A Costa Rican filmmaker and photographer received an important international recognition after...

New Arrivals Area Modernizes the Experience at Juan Santamaría Airport

The country’s main international airport expands its capacity The Juan Santamaría International Airport has inaugurated a new international arrivals area...

Young Costa Rican Athletes Secure Qualification for Dakar 2026

Costa Rica secures spots for the Youth Olympic Games Costa Rican athletes have secured qualification spots for the Youth Olympic...

Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding and Rising Rivers in Limón

The impact of a tropical wave over Costa Rica’s Caribbean region Heavy rainfall recorded in the province of Limón over...

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Agenda

June 5, 2026

The Spanish Cultural Center in San José to Open “Impossible Maps” Exhibition
June 20, 2026

Fête de la Musique 2026 in San José
May 21, 2026

The Museum of Costa Rican Art will inaugurate the exhibition “Topographic Memory. Revision 1999–2026”

Feature People

The International Arts Festival returns in 2026.

In 1989, during the administration of President and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Oscar Arias Sánchez,...

Day by Day in San José

This is an old photo. Years ago, when I had my business in San José,...

Chocolate masterclass with Memo at Nicuesa Lodge

In August, we traveled to Nicuesa Lodge, located in Golfo Dulce. During our stay, we...

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