Understanding the Legal Situation of the Coastal Strip in Costa Rica and the free access to the beaches of Costa Rica
The maritime-terrestrial zone (zona marítimo-terrestre) is the coastal strip extending from the high-tide line (línea de pleamar) inland for 50 meters. Under Costa Rican law, this zone is part of the public domain, meaning it is inalienable, imprescriptible, and reserved for the collective use of all citizens. The principle of public domain ensures that no […]
Vocal Star Joyce DiDonato to Visit Costa Rica and Perform in a Lyric Gala at the National Theatre Alongside Young Costa Rican Talents
The acclaimed American mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato, winner of multiple Grammy Awards and the 2018 Olivier Award for her distinguished operatic career, will captivate Costa Rican audiences in a performance scheduled for Friday, July 18 at 8 p.m. at the National Theatre of Costa Rica. DiDonato is considered one of today’s most celebrated voices, renowned for […]
Capybaras in Costa Rica, from their seizure to their new life in Zoave
On May 22, 2025, a police operation in Orotina, Alajuela, led to one of the most unusual seizures in Costa Rica’s recent history: five capybaras were found inside a vehicle that attempted to evade a checkpoint on the Costanera Sur highway. Alongside the animals, police seized drugs, bladed weapons, and arrested two individuals with criminal […]
What is happening in Bocas del Toro, Panama? And should I be concerned about my trip to Costa Rica?
Bocas del Toro, the vibrant island province of Panama, has recently made headlines due to a series of social unrest that has affected daily life and the tourism industry in the region. For many travelers planning a vacation in Costa Rica or already enjoying their stay, a question naturally arises: should I be concerned about […]
Young Musicians from Costa Rica and Mexico Unite for Concert Tour in Puntarenas 🇨🇷🇲🇽
The Ministry of Culture and Youth, through the National System of Musical Education (SINEM), announces a new chapter in the cultural and musical exchange between Costa Rica and Mexico. This July, a series of events will bring together young musicians from both nations. On this occasion, Costa Rica will welcome the Symphony Orchestra of the […]
Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica celebra la restauración de la obra Musas I y II
On Tuesday, June 24, the Ministry of Culture and Youth, through the National Theatre of Costa Rica (TNCR), inaugurated the restoration of the emblematic artworks Musas I and II, created by renowned Italian set designer Carlo Ferrario (1833–1907), located on the ceiling of the former men’s cantina on the south side of the first vestibule […]
Costa Rica Skates to the Top of Central American Skateboarding
El pasado 22 de junio, Costa Rica se coronó campeón absoluto del Tercer Campeonato Centroamericano de SOn June 22, Costa Rica claimed the championship title at the Third Central American Skateboarding Tournament, held in Panama City. With a strong performance across all categories, the Costa Rican team reaffirmed its leadership in a sport that continues […]
Japanese Film Festival 2025 Brings Cinematic Magic to Costa Rica.
Del 3 al 7 de julio, San José se convierte en un puente cultural entre Japón y Costa Rica gracias al Festival de Cine Japonés 2025, una celebración que honra los 90 años de relaciones diplomáticas entre ambos países. La cita es en el icónico Cine MaFrom July 3 to 7, San José becomes a […]
The Ministry of Culture and Youth will celebrate the ‘Festival of Music’ throughout the country.
The Ministry of Culture and Youth will celebrate the “Fiesta de la Música” (Music Festival) throughout Costa Rica, with activities in all seven provinces and at various venues in San José. The Popular Melico Salazar Theater, the National Theater of Costa Rica, Central Park, and the National Culture Center will join forces for concerts on […]
Heredia to Host Free Electric Mobility Festival on June 21 and 22
On Friday, June 21, and Saturday, June 22, the Oxígeno Shopping Center in Heredia will host the Citizen Festival on Electric Mobility, a free event aimed at bringing the public closer to clean technologies and promoting a culture of sustainable transportation in Costa Rica. Organized by the Costa Rican Association for Electric Mobility (ASOMOVE), the […]