Costa Rican officials have stated that strong Pacific swells, which scattered hundreds of turtle eggs at Ostional National Wildlife Refuge, did not seriously harm the nesting season, despite initial concerns raised by widely shared videos.
Costa Rica is bracing for a challenging El Niño cycle expected to strain water supplies, increase electricity costs, and affect tourism services in key regions through late 2026 and early 2027. The climate event poses significant pressure on the country's resources.
IKEA is moving closer to opening its first store in Costa Rica, prompting future shoppers to familiarize themselves with the brand's signature flat-pack furniture and assembly tools.
Delta Air Lines announced a new seasonal nonstop route between New York and Guanacaste, Costa Rica, enhancing direct connections to a key tourism market.
President Laura Fernández announced her administration will send a bill to reform Costa Rica’s Immigration Law following reports of repeated illegal entries by individuals allegedly linked to organized crime and illegal gold mining.
A public university research center in Costa Rica has declared comprehensive fiscal reform "necessary and urgent" due to declining tax revenue since 2023, putting pressure on the new government.
Costa Rica has been placed under a nationwide green alert by the National Emergency Commission (CNE) as authorities warn of increased heavy rains. Saturated soils are raising the risk of flooding and landslides across several regions of the country.
The Trump administration has proposed tariffs of up to 12.5% on imports from 60 economies, including Costa Rica, following an investigation into forced labor practices.
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake rattled Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, affecting communities in the Puntarenas area, but no injuries or structural damage were reported.
Delta Air Lines is reinstating nonstop service between New York City's JFK Airport and Liberia's Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Costa Rica's Guanacaste region.
Four Fuerza Pública officers in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, have been detained as part of an investigation into an alleged illegal raid and robbery at a home in Santa Cruz, drawing attention due to the involvement of active police.
Drivers in Costa Rica are currently finding that premium 'super' gasoline is cheaper per liter than regular gasoline, a reversal of typical fuel pricing.
A wildfire, ignited by a lightning strike, has burned approximately 4,000 hectares, or 20%, of Costa Rica's Palo Verde National Park in just over three days. As of Monday, fire crews had not yet brought the blaze under control.
Jennifer Lankford, after being fired from a tech startup, moved to Costa Rica to establish her own PR consultancy, finding improved health, calmness, and confidence by aligning her work with personal values.
La Carpio, an area west of Hospital Mexico in San Jose, is showing signs of significant change after years marked by extreme poverty, makeshift homes, and high crime rates. While still considered poor, the area has seen improvements.
Costa Rica's Pacific Coast has welcomed the start of the humpback whale season, establishing the country as a prime location for witnessing these magnificent marine mammals thanks to its unique geographical advantages.
Costa Rican courts have removed the final domestic hurdle for the extradition of Gilbert Bell Fernández, known as 'Macho Coca,' to the United States. He is wanted in the U.S. for alleged international drug trafficking crimes.
After four years of appreciation, the Costa Rican colón has started to weaken against the U.S. dollar, impacting expats, retirees, and remote workers in the country.
Costa Rica’s main tourism chamber, Canatur, is pushing back against the use of ride-sharing platforms in official tourism promotion, arguing they operate outside the country’s formal tourism transport system.
Five people are missing off Costa Rica’s Pacific coast after two small boats capsized in heavy surf caused by Tropical Storm Cristina, which also prompted school closures and a yellow alert.
A long-running dispute in Garabito, Costa Rica, over public access to Playa Blanca culminated in a physical confrontation. Municipal crews removed an access barrier at the Punta Leona resort entrance, leading to clashes between police and individuals linked to the resort.
Costa Rica's government announced it received a report detailing an alleged plan to attack President Laura Fernández. Intelligence officials believe the plot is being coordinated from within a maximum-security prison by leaders of a drug-trafficking organization.
Costa Rica is taking steps to protect howler monkeys from electrocution, which is a leading cause of wildlife deaths in the country, following a court ruling aimed at making power lines safer.
“Vengo de una tierra” (I come from a land) is a celebration of Afro-descendance in Costa Rica—bringing together more than 15 artists.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has begun, and while forecasts are calmer than recent years, Costa Rica is closely monitoring both its coasts through November.
Foreign visitors paying by card in Costa Rica face a 6% fee from a major bank if they choose to be billed in their home currency, a charge that can be avoided by declining the option.
Drivers using Route 243 between San Isidro de El General and Dominical in Costa Rica should anticipate minor delays. Transportation officials are conducting final work on the new bridge over the Pacuar River today.
An individual recounts their experience of being fired from a tech startup, moving to Costa Rica, and successfully building their own business, leading to improved health, calmness, and confidence.
Costa Rica has introduced a national strategy to combat wildlife electrocutions on power lines, bringing together environmental authorities and electricity providers.
A family court in Costa Rica has rejected the government's long-standing attempt to annul the country's first same-sex marriage, reaffirming the 2015 union of Laura Flórez-Estrada Pimentel and Jazmín Elizondo Arias. This decision comes more than a decade after their wedding.
Rural women in Costa Rica are increasingly leading efforts in climate adaptation, sustainable agriculture, and food security. These initiatives are supported by UN-backed projects aimed at helping farming communities cope with environmental changes.
A traditional Costa Rican chorreador, a coffee brewer, was presented as a gift to Pope Leo XIV aboard the papal plane during a flight from Rome to Madrid.
Guanacaste is experiencing one of its worst droughts in years, highlighting the uneven rainy season in Costa Rica, where other regions are dealing with heavy rain and flood alerts.
This article provides guidance on how one can retire to the scenic beaches of Costa Rica at the age of 59, likely detailing financial and lifestyle considerations.
Visitors to Costa Rica are being warned that collecting shells from beaches, even seemingly innocent ones, could lead to significant fines.
Costa Rica is increasing its use of coral gardening, an underwater nursery technique, to restore damaged marine ecosystems along its Pacific coast.
Following a meeting of her newly formed Fuerza Élite security task force, Costa Rican President Laura Fernández announced plans for legislation targeting landowners linked to clandestine airstrips used for drug trafficking. This initiative aims to crack down on the infrastructure supporting illegal drug operations.
Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, who has long expressed willingness to go to Costa Rica, may now face deportation there following comments from the new homeland security secretary, which his lawyers have submitted to the judge handling his case.
Facebook remains the most widely used social network in Costa Rica, with eight out of ten cell phone owners using the platform, even as TikTok records the fastest growth in the country.
Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Police (OIJ) has issued a warning about a significant increase in 'virtual kidnapping' extortion scams, with complaints rising more than sevenfold over the past year, increasingly targeting business owners.
A grassroots initiative in Costa Rica, started by a surfer seeking shade, has successfully planted 100,000 native trees, turning deforested beaches into thriving ecosystems.
Costa Rica has been selected as the cover star and lead feature for the June 2026 edition of National Geographic Traveller (UK), a prominent global travel publication.