New Legislation Aims to Shape the Future of Lake Arenal and Its Tourism Activities
Lake Arenal to Receive Its First Specific Legal Framework For decades, Lake Arenal has been one of the main economic and tourism drivers in northern Costa Rica. Its waters attract visitors interested in water sports, recreational fishing, boating, scenic exploration, and nature-based tourism activities. However, many of these activities have historically operated without a dedicated […]
San José Prepares to Host Two of the Largest Frisbee Championships in the Americas
The Region Turns Its Attention to Costa Rica Competitive frisbee continues to grow throughout Latin America, and Costa Rica is set to become one of the region’s major gathering points for the sport. The country will host both the Central American and Caribbean Ultimate Championship and the Pan American Ultimate Championship, bringing together hundreds of […]
A New Species Hidden Beneath the Sand Surprises Scientists at Playa Naranjo
A Discovery Hidden on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast Costa Rica’s biodiversity continues to reveal remarkable surprises. A team of researchers has identified a new marine species that remained hidden beneath the sand at Playa Naranjo, located within Santa Rosa National Park in the Área de Conservación Guanacaste. The discovery highlights how even seemingly simple ecosystems […]
Costa Rica Reading Festival Opens Call for Applications to Strengthen the National Literary Sector
• A new format will support publishing projects through three approaches: commercial, author-driven, and institutional.• Applications are open from May 29 to June 19, 2026.• Qatar will be the guest country of the 2026 edition, offering new opportunities for cultural exchange. San José, May 29, 2026. With a renewed proposal, new participation opportunities, and a […]
Young Costa Rican Talent Earns a Journey to China Through Mandarin Excellence
An Academic Achievement with International Reach A group of Costa Rican children and young students will have the opportunity to travel to China after excelling in an international Mandarin language competition, a contest that recognizes the dedication, discipline, and linguistic abilities of participants from different countries. The success of the Costa Rican representatives reflects the […]
From a Rural Community to Global Innovation: The Story of an Engineer Inspiring the World from Sarapiquí
A Costa Rican Talent Making an Impact Beyond Borders From a region known for its natural beauty and agricultural traditions, a Costa Rican engineer has successfully built a career in one of the world’s most competitive industries: global technology. His journey demonstrates how education, perseverance, and a passion for learning can transform limited opportunities into […]
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, cultural traditions, live events, and landscapes that transform completely with the arrival of the green season. For those living in the country or visiting during […]
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 world: the Cup of Excellence 2026. The event brings together international judges and local producers to select the Costa Rican coffees recognized for their exceptional quality, traceability, and innovation in a process that could open […]
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 of an effort to restore coastal ecosystems affected by the illegal extraction of natural marine elements. The project, called “Back Home”, brings together private companies, environmental institutions, and volunteers with the goal of returning seashells […]
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 a temporary road closure and forcing authorities to implement alternative routes to maintain traffic flow between the Central Valley and the Pacific coast. According to information provided by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport […]
