Along El Salvador’s Pacific coast, a string of once-quiet surf towns now pulses with activity. President Nayib Bukele’s Surf City program has transformed these areas into a national showcase, drawing surfers and travelers with promises of perfect waves and modern facilities. The initiative has sparked a surge in visitors and economic activity, yet it raises …
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With three goals created by Lionel Messi, Inter Miami were crowned champions of Major League Soccer (MLS) for the first time, beating the Vancouver Whitecaps 3–1 in Saturday’s final. The young and ambitious franchise, co-owned by David Beckham, enjoyed its dream night in front of its home crowd at Chase Stadium, where Spaniards Sergio Busquets …
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American reality TV star Cassie Randolph tied the knot with musician Brighton Reinhardt in a private ceremony at The Point Luxury Villa in Tamarindo. The couple chose Costa Rica for their special day, drawing on the country’s relaxed atmosphere to celebrate with close family and friends. Randolph, 30, known from her time on The Bachelor, …
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Cahuita residents and visitors can now access Playa Negra more easily, as the community has installed new infrastructure made from recycled materials to support people with disabilities. The project turned 1,000 kilograms of plastic caps from Dos Pinos beverages into a 30-meter walkway and an amphibious chair. This setup allows individuals with mobility challenges to …
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A plane from the United States landed Friday at Venezuela’s main airport carrying 172 deportees, at a moment when the country has been left practically isolated by the mass suspension of international flights following a US air safety alert. Deportation flights that began in February to repatriate Venezuelan migrants were briefly suspended after President Donald …
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Bad Bunny delivered a powerful performance last night at the National Stadium, kicking off two sold-out dates on his DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS World Tour. The Puerto Rican rapper brought fans together for an evening filled with reggaeton hits, salsa rhythms, and personal moments that highlighted his connection to the audience. The event attracted over …
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Desatur Cariari S.A., the company that operates the Hilton brand in Costa Rica, has opened the Homewood Suites by Hilton Cariari in Belén, Heredia. This marks the first all-suites hotel for the brand in Central and South America. The official opening happened last night, after an investment of over $30 million, or about ¢14.764 billion. …
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Serena Williams made it clear that she has no intention of stepping back onto a tennis court as a competitor. The 44-year-old American, who holds 23 Grand Slam singles titles, responded to swirling reports triggered by her re-entry into the International Tennis Integrity Agency’s (ITIA) registered testing pool. “Omg yall I’m NOT coming back. This …
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The dollar exchange rate in Costa Rica has sunk to its lowest point since 2005, raising concerns across the tourism industry as the high season begins. Data from the Central Bank of Costa Rica shows the dollar sold for ¢488 this morning, a sharp decline that has cut into profits for businesses relying on foreign …
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Travel and Leisure magazine put out a feature on December 4 highlighting Nicaragua as a key spot for trips blending high-end options with outdoor pursuits. The story, by Carley Rojas Avila, presents Nicaragua as an under-the-radar choice in Central America, with its beaches, volcanoes, and towns drawing attention. From a Costa Rican standpoint, this kind …
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