Preventive closure of Poás Volcano National Park due to risk of access bridge collapse
The National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) confirmed the temporary closure of Poás Volcano National Park as of last Wednesday, January 21. The measure responds to an imminent risk of collapse of the bridge over Quebrada Tigre, located in the Poasito sector, the main land access route to the protected area. The Ministry of Public […]
Marriott and Hilton Plan to Open 22 Hotels in Costa Rica by 2028
Hotel chains Marriott International and Hilton Worldwide have announced their expansion plans in Costa Rican territory, contemplating the inauguration of more than twenty properties over the next three years. Costa Rica’s hotel landscape is gearing up for an unprecedented transformation. Marriott and Hilton, the two international chains with the strongest presence in the country, have […]
Michael Jordan once again chooses Costa Rica as his destination for leisure and sport fishing
Global basketball legend and six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan has returned to Costa Rica once more, reaffirming the country as one of his preferred destinations for rest and high-level sporting activities. According to officials from the General Directorate of Migration and Foreign Affairs, Jordan arrived this Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the Juan Santamaría International […]
Osa Peninsula highlighted as one of the must-visit destinations of 2026
The prestigious annual list 52 Places to Go in 2026 from the American newspaper The New York Times included the Osa Peninsula, in Costa Rica, as one of the most recommended destinations to travel to this year, consolidating the country as a tourism protagonist on the international stage. According to the selection published by the […]
Major national route to remain closed for two weeks due to bridge construction
Starting next Monday, January 19, 2026, traffic along National Route 32 —the main connection between the Central Valley and the province of Limón— will be fully suspended for 15 calendar days. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MOPT) confirmed that the measure is necessary to install the structural beams of the new bridge over […]
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 […]
Poás Volcano Closes Again After Explosive Eruptions: What’s Happening with the Alajuelan Giant?
Poás Volcano National Park remains closed to the public since Monday, April 8, 2025, following two explosive eruptions that occurred within a few hours. The measure was taken by the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) as part of the safety protocol in response to intensified volcanic activity in the area. The eruptions, classified as […]
Temporary Closure of the Volcán Barva Sector: Impact of the Dry Season
The Braulio Carrillo National Park is known for its biodiversity and natural wealth, with the Volcán Barva sector being one of the favorite destinations for tourists and explorers. However, due to the severe dry season affecting the region, the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) has announced the temporary closure of this sector. This decision […]
Blues and Guanacaste.
Hace algunos años. Fui a Guanacaste para al Festival Internacional de Blues varios artistas de blues de Costa Rica, Estados Unidos y Europa llegaban a Tamarindo y Playa potrero para un fin de semana de buena música, mar, playa y atardeceres hermosos. Como músico, haber podido compartir con tantos artistas. Fue una experiencia increíble. La […]
Un domingo cualquiera
Un día decidimos simplemente salir a la carretera… Buscando un río para pescar y nadar. Fuimos hacia Orotina, porque escuchamos de un lindo lugar por allí. Nos perdimos un poco y terminamos en un pequeño pueblo, entonces aprovechamos para direcciones y recomendaciones de un lugar para desayunar y nadar. Recuerdo que el parque era hermoso. […]