Paradise doesn’t come cheap. Cars, gas, appliances, phones, TVs often cost more in Costa Rica. But not everything. Here’s a simple, like-for-like look at staples I buy all the time, using lowest supermarket prices I found in each place. The basket Item Costa Rica United States Cheaper in Rice 1,800g bag → ₡1,700 1 lb …
Guatemala has started accepting deportees from other countries as part of its deal with the United States, with the first group of Hondurans arriving on a flight from Dallas last Friday. Officials from the Guatemalan Institute of Migration confirmed they handled the reception of three Hondurans and 56 Guatemalans at the airport. The Hondurans were …
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The National Theater turns 128 this month, and starting Sunday, October 12, it opens its doors for a week of events that mix music, talks, dance, and theater. For eight days through October 19, people can join in activities that highlight the theater’s role in our country’s culture, with most options open to everyone at …
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Costa Rica held Honduras to a scoreless draw in their World Cup qualifier last night, picking up a point that keeps their qualification hopes intact but ramps up the pressure for the games ahead. The game at Francisco Morazán Stadium in San Pedro Sula saw both sides struggle to create real threats. Honduras controlled the …
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Nayara Springs, a secluded adults-only resort near Arenal Volcano National Park, has claimed the highest spot in the MICHELIN Guide’s new hotel rankings. The property received Three MICHELIN Keys, marking it as the first hotel in Costa Rica to achieve this level of recognition. The MICHELIN Guide, long known for its restaurant stars, expanded into …
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The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) issued a warning on Thursday about persistent heavy rains and thunderstorms affecting much of Costa Rica.These conditions are the result of a combination of atmospheric factors that increase instability and heighten the risk of incidents in vulnerable areas. “The country is facing very rainy conditions due to the proximity of …
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Costa Rica’s lawmakers took a step forward today in addressing the latest push to strip President Rodrigo Chaves of his legal protections. The Legislative Assembly proposed October 20 as the date to begin outlining how they will handle the Supreme Electoral Tribunal’s request to lift his immunity over claims of political interference. The move comes …
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Authorities in Costa Rica have detained four people linked to the robbery and suspected killing of Daniel Francisco Vargas Salas, a 71-year-old man who held dual U.S. and Costa Rican citizenship. Locals knew him as “Gringo Tico” for his long life in the country. The arrests come after weeks of investigation into his disappearance last …
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Costa Rica’s hotel scene keeps building momentum on the global stage. The Hyatt Centric San José Escazú stands out as a finalist for Best Hospitality Project of the Year at the GRI Awards Andean & Central America 2025. This nod marks a key moment for the property, opened just a year ago, and points to …
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The Guatemalan government has put forward a new bill aimed at hitting gangs harder, with steeper sentences and a dedicated high-security prison, as the country grapples with climbing murder rates. Interior Minister Francisco Jiménez handed the proposal to Congress on Wednesday. It ramps up the punishment for extortion from eight to 15 years in prison, …
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