Heredia will offer more than one thousand vacancies at a massive job fair
A new opportunity is knocking on the door for those seeking to enter the job market or change their professional path. The province of Heredia will host an important job fair that will make more than 1,000 vacancies available to citizens in various technical and professional fields. The event, which brings together more than 30 […]
Embassies and delegations from 11 countries gather at the first Curridabat Gastronomic Festival
Diplomatic representations and cultural delegations from 11 countries will participate in the first edition of the Curridabat Gastronomic Festival, a multicultural gathering that will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Parque de Las Embajadas, in the district of Sánchez (Ayarco Sur). The event, organized by the Municipality of Curridabat, will include tastings of […]
International Reserves Could Exceed $20 Billion This Year and Nearly Triple Under Rodrigo Chaves’ Administration
Costa Rica’s international reserves could surpass $20 billion in 2026, consolidating a sustained upward trend in recent years. If confirmed, this level would represent nearly a tripling of reserves during the administration of President Rodrigo Chaves Robles, strengthening the country’s external financial position. The growth in reserves reflects a combination of macroeconomic factors, including increased foreign currency inflows, exchange […]
Costa Rica Launches the First Sustainable Construction Route in the Region
Costa Rica has officially introduced the first Sustainable Construction Route in the region, an initiative designed to strengthen responsible practices within the construction sector and promote environmental standards aligned with the country’s national sustainability commitments. The announcement positions Costa Rica as a regional leader in innovation applied to sustainable urban development, integrating environmental criteria, energy efficiency, […]
Costa Rica inicia el Circuito Nacional de Surf 2026 en Playa Cocles
The 2026 National Surf Circuit officially began at Playa Cocles, in Costa Rica’s Southern Caribbean region, marking the start of a new competitive season for national surfing. The event brings together athletes from multiple divisions, including junior, open, and master categories, reinforcing its role as one of the country’s most important platforms for developing surfing talent. The opening […]
The Banda de Sarchí will represent Costa Rica at the Strawberry Festival in Virginia
The Banda de Sarchí, a Costa Rican musical ensemble from the canton of Sarchí, was selected as the sole representative of Costa Rica at the Strawberry Festival, one of the most recognized cultural events in the state of Virginia, United States, which will hold its 84th edition in 2026. The invitation followed a selection process […]
Smoke-Free Family Sundays Return This February and March with Free Activities
Paseo Colón will once again become a gigantic urban park free of vehicles and pollution. The Municipalidad de San José has officially announced the return of “Domingos Familiares sin Humo” (Smoke-Free Family Sundays), an initiative aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles, sports, and the enjoyment of the capital’s public spaces—completely free of charge. For 2026, the […]
2025 National Culture Awards Recognize Artistic Excellence and Lifetime Achievement
In a press conference held this Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the facilities of the Ministerio de Cultura y Juventud (MCJ), the names of the individuals and collectives who will receive the 2025 National Culture Awards were announced. These awards represent the highest recognition granted by the Costa Rican State to those who have made […]
Major Job Fair to Offer One Thousand Job Openings This February 20
With the aim of boosting the labor market and providing new opportunities to the population, a large-scale job fair has been confirmed, offering 1,000 job openings to Costa Ricans. The event will take place next Friday, February 20, 2026. The official venue for this recruitment event will be the Escazú Sports Complex (Villa Deportiva de […]
Costa Rica promotes the Certification for Sustainable Tourism with a new website
The Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT) launched a new digital platform for the Certification for Sustainable Tourism (CST) Program, with the aim of facilitating access to sustainability-related information and supporting companies throughout the certification process. This updated tool is part of the institution’s efforts to strengthen Costa Rica’s sustainable tourism model. The new platform is designed as an […]