Organizations warn that the situation in Crucitas reflects a structural environmental crisis in Costa Rica
Civil society groups raise concerns about environmental deterioration and governance More than 40 civil society organizations grouped within the Civic Environmental Parliament have issued a public statement warning of a deep environmental crisis in Costa Rica, arguing that the situation in Crucitas is not an isolated event but rather a symptom of structural weaknesses in […]
Costa Rica Sets a Historic Export Record in 2025
Total exports grew by 11% and reached $35.243 billion By the end of 2025, Costa Rica’s total exports of goods and services reached a historic figure of $35.243 billion, representing an 11% increase compared to 2024 and an additional $3.634 billion in foreign trade revenue. This data was confirmed by the Promotora de Comercio Exterior […]
UCR Supports Bill to Guarantee Public Access to Beaches
University backs legislative initiative on Costa Rica’s coastal public assets The Universidad de Costa Rica (UCR) has expressed its support for a bill aimed at guaranteeing public access to all beaches in the country, reaffirming the importance of preserving these natural spaces as public areas freely accessible to both residents and visitors. This position aligns […]
Costa Rican Documentary “Ojos Dorados” Nominated at Santiago Wild Film Festival 2026
Costa Rican Nature Documentary Gains International Recognition The Costa Rican documentary Ojos Dorados has been chosen to compete at the Santiago Wild Film Festival 2026, one of Latin America’s most significant wildlife and environment film festivals. Directed by Marco Molina and produced by the Zorro Plateado collective with support from Jardín de Lourdes, the film […]
Costa Rica Opens Central American Road Cycling Championships in Guanacaste with Four Golds
Costa Rica Shines in Opening Time Trial The Costa Rican National Road Cycling Team delivered a strong performance at the 2026 Central American Road Cycling Championships held in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. On the opening day of individual time trials, Costa Rican riders won four out of five events, emerging as one of the standout countries […]
Air Canada to Launch Direct Route Between Vancouver and Guanacaste
New Air Connection Strengthens Costa Rica Tourism The airline Air Canada has announced the launch of a new direct air route between Vancouver (Canada) and Guanacaste (Costa Rica), enhancing international connectivity and facilitating arrivals from the west coast of North America. This new connection offers expanded travel options to Costa Rica for both leisure and […]
Juan Santamaría Airport Reuses Water Equivalent to Daily Consumption of 450 People
Environmental innovation in airport infrastructure The Juan Santamaría International Airport, Costa Rica’s main air transport terminal, has implemented a system that reuses treated wastewater, saving an amount of water equivalent to the daily consumption of approximately 450 people. This sustainability measure forms part of the airport’s strategy to optimize water use in daily operations, reducing […]
Costa Rica Shines at the Pan American Racquetball Championships in Guatemala
Historic Performance by the National Team The Costa Rica racquetball team delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Pan American Racquetball Championships, held from March 28 to April 4 in Guatemala City. The Costa Rican delegation emerged as one of the continent’s top competitors, earning key medals and strengthening its position in regional racquetball. Pan […]
Innovative Solution to Clean the Pirro River in Heredia
Low-cost, high-impact pilot project In the city of Heredia, a pilot initiative is being implemented to clean the Pirro River through an innovative, low-cost solution designed to reduce pollution and raise environmental awareness within the community. The project consists of a floating barrier made from 52 recycled plastic containers and native vegetation, placed diagonally across […]
Tourism Growth Continues in Early 2026
Costa Rica’s tourism sector is off to a strong start in 2026, with official figures showing a significant increase in international visitor arrivals compared to previous years. According to data released by the Instituto Costarricense de Turismo (ICT), the country welcomed 602,960 international visitors by air during January and February 2026, reflecting a notable year-over-year […]
