British Airways Strengthens Its Operations Between London and Costa Rica
Starting in October 2026, British Airways will increase its flights between London and Juan Santamaría International Airport from three to five weekly frequencies during the European winter season, which will run through March 2027. According to the airline, flights will operate on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, in a schedule designed to take advantage […]
April 2026 in Costa Rica: Events, Celebrations and Key Dates of the Month
April 2026 will be a dynamic month in Costa Rica, combining religious tradition, historical commemorations, and highly relevant cultural festivals. It is a period that marks the close of the high tourist season while maintaining an intense artistic agenda in the capital and other regions of the country. Holy Week 2026 and National Holidays In […]
Between Incense and the Tropics: A Master Guide to Living Holy Week in Costa Rica 2026
I. The Duality of Holy Week: An Encounter Between Two Worlds In Costa Rica, Holy Week is not simply a date on the liturgical calendar; it is a cultural phenomenon where solemn contemplation collides head-on with the exuberance of high summer. For 2026, the celebration falls within a privileged window of time: from March 29 […]
San José Becomes a Stage for Faith, Tradition, and Cultural Creation This Holy Week
Ministry of Culture and Youth promotes a nationwide program combining art, spirituality, and community National Concert Bands, Teatro Popular Melico Salazar, and the National Theater Workshop bring the celebrations to life San José, March 17, 2026. The streets of downtown San José will once again be filled with devotion, identity, and community gathering during Holy […]
Costa Rica Accelerates STEM Education with a Formula 1-Inspired Programme
Boosting STEM Education in the Classroom The Ministry of Public Education (MEP) announced the strengthening of STEM education in Costa Rica through the STEM Racing Costa Rica programme, an initiative inspired by Formula 1 that aims to bring students closer to scientific and technological careers. The project is part of the MEP’s efforts to modernise […]
Blow Against Illegal Logging in Costa Rica: Over 2,000 Timber Posts Seized in Bagaces
Environmental Operation in Guanacaste An environmental control operation in the canton of Bagaces, in the province of Guanacaste, resulted in one of the largest timber seizures so far in 2026. Officials from the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC), attached to the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE), confiscated more than 2,000 timber posts allegedly […]
Costa Rica’s Agricultural Sector Starts 2026 with Growth, Leaving the Red Behind
The Rebound: From Contraction to Growth After a 2025 marked by contraction, Costa Rica’s agricultural sector began 2026 on a positive note, leaving its losses behind. According to the Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR), agricultural activity grew 2.8% year-on-year in January 2026, in contrast with the nearly 4.4% decline recorded in the same month […]
Banda Comunal La Fortuna: Costa Rica’s Musical Ambassador Heading to Brazil 2026
The Banda Comunal La Fortuna de San Carlos is preparing for a historic international tour that will take it to represent Costa Rica in a marching band competition in Brazil in 2026. The ensemble will travel to the state of São Paulo to perform in the municipality of Mairiporã, as part of the Imagination Marching […]
The Camino de Costa Rica: The New Star Destination for 2026
Time Magazine Turns Its Eyes to the Camino de Costa Rica The renowned American magazine Time recently included El Camino de Costa Rica in its “World’s Greatest Places 2026” list, highlighting it as one of the most compelling hiking routes in the world this year. In its review, Time notes that this coast-to-coast trail crosses […]
Reventazón: the hydroelectric plant that broke records in 2025
The Reventazón hydroelectric plant, located in Siquirres de Limón, recorded in 2025 the highest annual production since it began operations, reinforcing Costa Rica’s leadership in renewable electricity generation. According to data from the Costa Rican Electricity Institute (ICE), its contribution was decisive for the performance of the National Electric System during the last year. A […]