Smoke-Free Family Sundays Return This February and March with Free Activities
Paseo Colón will once again become a gigantic urban park free of vehicles and pollution. The Municipalidad de San José has officially announced the return of “Domingos Familiares sin Humo” (Smoke-Free Family Sundays), an initiative aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles, sports, and the enjoyment of the capital’s public spaces—completely free of charge. For 2026, the […]
Transitarte 2026 Now Has Official Dates: April Will Be a Month of Art, Music, and Culture in San José
Francés: The Municipality of San José confirmed this Tuesday the official dates for the next edition of the Transitarte Summer Festival, one of the country’s most emblematic cultural events that transforms the capital’s public spaces into an open stage for art, music, and creativity. According to the official statement, Transitarte 2026 will take place on […]
CENAC revives the tradition of “Lunadas” to energize summer nights in San José
The National Center for Culture (CENAC) has launched its summer season with the program “Lunadas,” an initiative aimed at revitalizing the historic district of the capital through a diverse artistic offering under the moonlight. On Saturdays in February and March, the Fidel Gamboa Amphitheater, located in the heart of CENAC facing Parque España, will become […]
When Beaches Turn into Symphony: Costa Rica’s National Symphony Orchestra Brings Music Closer to the People in 2026
Costa Rica continues to reaffirm that its cultural identity goes far beyond its natural landscapes. In 2026, the Benemérita Costa Rican National Symphony Orchestra (OSNCR) will present an official season that brings together music, territory, and inclusion, drawing inspiration from some of the country’s most iconic beaches while firmly committing to democratic access to culture. According to information released […]
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 […]