Banco Nacional receives Platinum sustainability award for its Pura Verde program
The Banco Nacional de Costa Rica received the Platinum recognition in the sustainability category of the 2026 Financial Innovators of the Americas Awards from Fintech Americas, thanks to its sustainable financing program Pura Verde. International award for Pura Verde The Platinum recognition is the highest rating awarded in sustainability at these awards and is given […]
The Government of Costa Rica launches the new public policy “COSTA RICA IMPULSA”
The Government of Costa Rica has launched the new public policy COSTA RICA IMPULSA, which aims to tackle poverty through coordinated work among institutions to promote social mobility for people living in poverty. What is COSTA RICA IMPULSA? COSTA RICA IMPULSA is a public policy declared of public interest by decree, focused on the social […]
Heineken makes Costa Rica the center of its commercial operations in Central America
Heineken has made Costa Rica the hub of its commercial operations for Central America, following the acquisition of the beverage, food, and retail businesses of Florida Ice and Farm Company (FIFCO) in the region. Regional center in Costa Rica The Dutch company officially launched “Heineken Costa Rica,” the brand under which it will integrate the […]
Christina Aguilera visited Costa Rica
Visit after the Picnic Festival The American artist was one of the main headliners of the Picnic Festival 2026, where she led the second night of the event at the Centro de Eventos Pedregal.Following her performance, Aguilera traveled to La Paz Waterfall Gardens, one of the country’s most visited nature destinations, located on the slopes […]
Reversible lane operation on Route 27 on Sunday, April 5, 2026
Schedule and section of the reversible operation The reversible lane system will be in effect from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on that Sunday, using all available lanes exclusively in the direction toward San José.The affected section will run between Pozón, in Orotina, and the toll station at the Ciudad Colón junction, covering approximately 47 […]
Tolls suspended on Route 32 and Florencio del Castillo Highway during Holy Week
Toll collection on Route 32 (Braulio Carrillo) and the Florencio del Castillo Highway will be suspended between noon on Holy Thursday and 6:00 a.m. on Holy Saturday during Holy Week 2026, in order to ease traffic for holiday travelers. Toll-free dates and times The National Road Council (CONAVI) announced that the measure will be in […]
Travel bookings to Costa Rica from the United States are increasing
Travel bookings to Costa Rica from the United States are rising, driven by travelers anticipating higher costs, seeking to avoid airport delays, and taking advantage of lower prices during the green season after May. More bookings and earlier planning According to specialized media and tour operators, demand for Costa Rica is growing beyond typical seasonal […]
What you can’t miss in the final days of FIA 2026
The International Festival of the Arts is entering its final stretch with four days packed with concerts, large-scale performances and free activities that will fill the heart of San José with music and color. Between today, March 26, and Sunday 29, La Sabana, the main stages and several theaters in the capital will host some […]
Road works temporarily paused during Easter Week 2026
Pause on road works during Easter The measure will take effect from Friday, March 27 — the last working day on the projects — and will extend through Monday, April 6, 2026, when work will resume. The goal is to provide better traffic flow for travel to beaches and tourist destinations, reducing congestion associated with […]
Costa Rica placed six startups in the first ranking of the 20 most outstanding tech companies in Central America and the Dominican Republic
Costa Rica in the regional ranking The ranking was compiled by Startuplinks and Cuantico VP based on data from active investment funds in Central America and the Dominican Republic. The list identifies startups with the highest growth, international projection, and potential to scale beyond their home markets. Costa Rica, alongside El Salvador, is the country […]