Tourism in Costa Rica opened 2026 with its strongest pace yet, as official data showed 653,959 international visitors entered the country in January and February combined, up 10.4% from the same period in 2025. The latest figures from the Costa Rican Tourism Institute also showed 331,967 arrivals in February alone across all entry points, extending …
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The Guatemalan Army, through its Pacific Naval Command, continues to carry out operations aimed at protecting the country’s natural resources and maintaining security within national waters. These efforts are part of an ongoing strategy to combat illegal activities at sea, including unauthorized fishing, trafficking of protected species, and other violations of maritime regulations. During a …
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Dangerous ocean conditions remain in place across Costa Rica as strong currents, rough surf and wind-driven seas continue to affect both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts during one of the busiest beach travel periods of the year. Ocean forecasts from April 3 to April 10 show hazardous conditions in multiple coastal areas, while recent advisories …
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What began as a routine flight from Costa Rica to Atlanta turned into an unexpected view of one of NASA’s biggest moments in decades. Video shared online shows passengers aboard a commercial flight watching the Artemis II rocket streak upward from Florida, its bright plume visible above the clouds as the aircraft headed north. The …
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Thousands of Nicaraguans took part this Friday in Holy Week celebrations limited to church atriums or the interior of churches, amid a government ban on street processions that has been criticized by the United States as a serious violation of religious freedom. Co-presidents and spouses Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo, who rule Nicaragua with absolute …
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Search continues today for a 20 year old swimmer who was swept away by strong currents Friday morning at Playa Espadilla in Manuel Antonio, with rescue crews still working the area by sea and air. The incident was reported around 6:40 a.m. yesterday, after the young man was pulled offshore by the surf in Quepos, …
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Costa Rican authorities will temporarily reverse traffic flow on Route 27 on Sunday, April 5, to handle the expected wave of drivers returning to the capital after the Easter break. The measure will apply on Easter Sunday, the final day of the Semana Santa recess and the day before most people return to work and …
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The Cuban government announced Thursday the early release of 2,010 prisoners as a humanitarian gesture במסגרת Holy Week, the second prisoner release announced in less than a month, amid growing pressure from Washington. The pardon, approved by the government, is a humanitarian and sovereign gesture taking place in the context of the religious celebrations of …
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A few months ago, I was preparing to take a group of people out on a tour to review camera traps. As I fiddled with my backpack and waited for the guests to gather, a middle-aged gentleman greeted me. I thought he was there for the tour, but it turned out he was a professional …
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Good Friday in Costa Rica brings processions, family traditions, quieter streets, and widespread closures as Semana Santa reaches its most solemn day. Good Friday in Costa Rica arrives with a different rhythm. Today much of our country slows down as Semana Santa reaches its most solemn point, with church bells, processions, family meals, and long-held …
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