U.S. airport security checkpoints have required REAL ID compliant identification for domestic flights since May 7, 2025, a rule that still catches some Costa Rica based travelers off guard when their itinerary includes a connection inside the United States. Many trips to and from Costa Rica route through U.S. hubs such as Miami, Houston, and …

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The Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) is examining a request to bar Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele from entering Costa Rica ahead of his planned visit next week. TSE President Eugenia Zamora confirmed on Friday that the tribunal received an electoral appeal from a citizen. The filer claims Bukele’s presence could compromise the neutrality of Costa Rica’s …

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In the competitive ranks of men’s tennis, few players have shown the steady climb of Tomás Martín Etcheverry. The 26-year-old from La Plata, Argentina, stands tall at 6 feet 5 inches, using his height to deliver powerful groundstrokes that have carried him to a career-high ranking of No. 27 in early 2024. As of late …

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Signature Aviation plans to build and operate a new general and business aviation terminal at Guanacaste Airport in Liberia, a move the company says will expand private-flight services in Costa Rica’s North Pacific region. The project was announced this week in partnership with airport operator Coriport and Vinci Airports. The terminal is expected to open …

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Costa Rica’s presidential candidates squared off in the first official debate hosted by the Tribunal Supremo de Elecciones (TSE) yesterday, marking a key moment in the run-up to the February 1 election. Five aspirants—Walter Hernández Juárez of Partido Justicia Social Costarricense, Luz Mary Alpízar Loaiza of Partido Progreso Social Democrático, Boris Molina Acevedo of Partido …

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Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner opened up about the idea of playing doubles together during a press conference ahead of their exhibition match in South Korea. The world’s top two players face off Saturday in the Hyundai Card Super Match at the Inspire Arena in Incheon, their only tune-up before the Australian Open begins January …

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A homemade explosive device struck Honduran lawmaker Gladis Aurora López inside the National Congress on January 8, causing injuries that sent her to the hospital but left her out of immediate danger. The attack unfolded during a heated session called by the ruling party to challenge recent presidential election results, heightening concerns over political stability …

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Julianne Hough, the dancer and actress known for her work on Dancing with the Stars, has returned to Costa Rica for a vacation. The 37-year-old, who stepped into the co-host role on the show in 2023 alongside Alfonso Ribeiro, shared glimpses of her trip through social media posts this week. Hough posted photos from her …

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Police in Guanacaste rescued four American tourists from a violent home invasion in Nuevo Arenal de Tilarán on Thursday evening. The confrontation with armed suspects led to a shootout that left one assailant dead and two others on the run. The incident unfolded shortly after 6 p.m. in the Lago Cote area, where the tourists—three …

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After nearly 14 years of living in Ticolandia, I have come to appreciate so many things about the Costa Rican culture, people, and way of life. While there are many gems to treasure, today’s topic will highlight something that anyone who lives here long enough will eventually encounter in first person: the culture of the …

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