Costa Rica closes 2025 with deflation despite price hikes in the final quarter
Costa Rica recorded its second negative annual variation of the last decade in 2025. This deflationary phenomenon (-1.23%) is primarily driven by a sustained decline in the prices of fuel, transportation, and several basic food staples throughout most of the year, partially bolstered by the stability of the exchange rate. Year-End Seasonal Rebound: Despite the […]
First cold surge of the season to bring rain and intense gusts
The stable and sunny conditions of recent days have an expiration date. The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) has confirmed that the country must prepare for a drastic change in weather conditions starting next week, due to the passage of the season’s first cold surge (cold front) over the Central American region. This meteorological phenomenon, typical […]
Costa Rica is crowned the world’s best healthy destination
In a milestone that reaffirms our nation’s international prestige, Costa Rica has been awarded Best Healthy Destination by the influential international publications Men’s Health and Women’s Health. This recognition, granted within the framework of the prestigious Healthy Places awards, positions the country not only as a sanctuary of biodiversity but as the preferred global haven […]
Vehicle Restriction Returns to San José
After a temporary suspension during the holiday season, the Ministry of Public Works and Transportation (MOPT) has officially reinstated the license plate-based vehicle restriction in the metropolitan area of San José. The measure aims to normalize traffic flow following the return of commercial and work activities. Circulation Schedule The restriction applies Monday through Friday, from […]
Manuel Antonio Under Alert: Tourist Project “Ocean Cove” Denounced for Serious Environmental Damage
What should be a model for sustainable development in one of the country’s most biologically intense areas has become the center of a legal and environmental battle. An ambitious tourist project called Ocean Cove, located in the heart of Manuel Antonio, is currently facing requests for an immediate halt due to alleged irregularities that threaten […]
Route 32 implements wildlife crossings to safeguard wildlife
In an effort to harmonize the development of our infrastructure with respect for the biodiversity that defines Costa Rica, authorities have begun this week a series of vital interventions on Route 32, the main road connecting San José and the Caribbean. From Thursday, January 8 to Monday, January 12, 2026, temporary and controlled closures are […]
National Symphony Orchestra Auditions 2026
The Benemérita National Symphony Orchestra (OSN) has officially launched its 2026 Season with the announcement of an official call aimed at attracting new talent to its ranks. After a historic year in which the ensemble celebrated its 85th anniversary, the National Music Center (CNM) confirmed the opening of auditions to fill strategic positions for interim […]
Costa Rica Climbs the Ranks: Key Takeaways from its 15th Place in the 2025 Latin American Sustainable Finance Index
Costa Rica, world-renowned for its environmental leadership and renewable electricity matrix, faces a modern paradox: being an ecological giant does not automatically guarantee green finances. However, the country has taken a firm step toward economic coherence, placing 15th in Latin America in the 2025 Sustainable Finance Index (SFI). This rise reflects an effort to align […]
Historic Milestone: EU to Deploy Election Observation Mission to Costa Rica for the First Time
San José, Costa Rica — In a decision that sets a historic precedent for Costa Rican democracy, the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) confirmed this week that the European Union (EU) will deploy an Election Observation Mission (EOM) for the general elections scheduled for February 1, 2026. Official Confirmation and Protocol The agreement was formalized on […]
Central Bank of Costa Rica Launches “Indicadores Económicos BCCR,” Its New Official Mobile App
The free tool, now available for iOS and Android, aims to facilitate public access to key data such as the Exchange Rate, the Basic Passive Rate, and Inflation. The Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR) announced on November 3rd the launch of its new official mobile application, named “Indicadores Económicos BCCR” (Economic Indicators BCCR). The […]