Costa Rican banana sector records 20% drop in exports due to excessive rainfall

Costa Rica's banana sector is facing one of its most difficult periods due to the extreme weather conditions that have hit the Caribbean region. According to data from the National Banana Corporation (Corbana), during the first half of 2025,...

Innovative Project Promotes Coffee Sustainability in Costa Rica

Café Plus is implementing an innovative project that includes a payment-for-results mechanism to promote regenerative practices in coffee production, aligned with international standards. Heredia, September 2025. “Espresso Van” is the first mobile...

The Power of Flamenco Reaches the Costa Rican National Theater with “Contrapunto”

The National Theater will open its doors to flamenco art with “Contrapunto,” the latest work by dancer Karime Amaya. During the evening, the audience will enjoy a journey through the deepest styles of flamenco. It will be a powerful and elegant...

Prime Minister sends congratulations to President of Costa Rica

His Excellency Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani sent on Monday a cable of congratulations to the President of the Republic of Costa Rica Rodrigo Chaves Robles on the anniversary of...

St. Regis Papagayo Resort breaks ground in Costa Rica

The St. Regis brand has begun construction on its first property in Costa Rica with the launch of The St. Regis Papagayo Resort. Developed by Solana, the resort is located on the Gulf of Papagayo and is scheduled to open in early 2027, marking a...

St. Regis is heading to Costa Rica in 2027

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts broke ground on a new property in Costa Rica on Monday, marking the luxury brand's first resort in the country. When it's complete, The St. Regis Papagayo Resort will sit on more than a quarter of a mile of beachfront in...

Costa Rica Electric Car Market Booms Despite Gradual Tax Increases

Costa Rica has experienced a boom in the purchase of electric vehicles. This comes as no surprise, given that the prices of electric cars in Costa Rica are practically the same as, or in some cases lower than, those of equivalent gas models. This...

Indonesian Ambassador Hands Over Letters of Credence to Canada's Governor General

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia to Canada, Mushin Syihab, officially presented his Letters of Credence from President Prabowo Subianto to Her Excellency Mary May Simon, Governor...

HH the Amir sends congratulations to President of Costa Rica

MCTS has a new bus celebrating Hispanic and Latino communities

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, Milwaukee County Transit System unveiled a new bus design featuring vibrant artwork that celebrates the history, culture and contributions of the area's Hispanic and Latino community. On the morning of...

Congratulations extended to Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Guatemala on National Day

Hanoi (VNA) – State President Luong Cuong has sent congratulatory messages to Nicaraguan Co-Presidents Jose Daniel Ortega Saavedra and Rosario Murillo, Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves, and Guatemalan President Bernardo Arevalo on the occasion...

Looking Back at Life in Costa Rica Before Independence

Costa Rica marks 204 years of independence today, September 15, with parades and lanterns lighting up the night. For expats and visitors settling into the pura vida lifestyle, it’s a good time to glance at the past. What did daily life look like...

Honduran President calls for defending independence with dignity

“The independence of Honduras is defended every day with dignity and courage,” the president wrote on her social media profile, as part of the commemoration of the national holidays, a celebration that this country shares with its neighbors...

Costa Rica’s Independence Day Visitors Guide

For those few who are visiting our country and for whatever reason, may not know yet, Costa Rica celebrates its 204th Independence Day tomorrow – September 15. It’s a national holiday that honors the 1821 break from Spain. Parades, music, and flag...

UNA says Costa Rica’s economy is stagnant despite the growth in free trade zones

Q COSTARICA — The Costa Rican economy is advancing at two speeds. While the special regime and free trade zones are driving growth, local production—which represents 85% of GDP—is showing worrying stagnation, according to the Second Macroeconomic...

EAM Jaishankar Extends Independence Day Greetings To Costa Rica, Vows Stronger Ties

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday extended Independence Day greetings to Costa Rica. Jaishankar looked forward to further development of India-Costa Rica ties. In a post on X, he said, "Independence day greetings to FM...

Central & South American apparel imports jump 12.9% in H1 2025

Central America includes Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama, while South America comprises Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela, and...

EAM Jaishankar wishes Costa Rica on their Independence Day

New Delhi [India], September 15 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday extended Independence Day greetings to Costa Rica. Jaishankar looked forward to further development of India-Costa Rica ties. In a post on X, he said,...

Waldorf Astoria Punta Cacique, Costa Rica, hotel review

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Exclusive Resorts: Where Luxury Travel and Affluent Communities Converge

When the pandemic brought the world to a halt, luxury travel—like so many industries—was forced to adapt. Yet, out of the restrictions came a shift that has reshaped how affluent travelers think about their lives and their time. For James...