Tributes poured in from across Latin America on Tuesday following the death of Uruguay’s former president Jose “Pepe” Mujica, an ex-guerrilla fighter revered by the left for his humility and progressive politics. The 89-year-old — who spent a dozen years behind bars for revolutionary activity — lost his battle against cancer after announcing in January …

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An environmental activist has filed an appeal against a $925 million housing project in Costa Rica, citing concerns over its impact on local ecosystems and alleged procedural irregularities in its approval. The Bahía Papagayo Project, a $925 million development by ENJOY HOTELS & RESORTS S.A., aims to construct hotels, residences, and recreational facilities across 117 …

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With great fishing and a renewed focus on family fun, the Presidential Flamingo Fishing Rodeo presented by Marina Flamingo is set to take center stage in the world of sport fishing in mid-July 2025 in Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica. Final registration and a welcome party hosted by Marina Flamingo and Gurme will take place on …

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Multiple former officials were arrested at late as this morning in Costa Rica as part of a growing investigation into alleged corruption tied to a $41 million contract to fix the runway at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia, Guanacaste. The scandal has rocked the country, with accusations of bribery and falsified documents swirling …

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Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast is making waves again. Punta Uva Beach in Limón province secured the 41st spot on The World’s 50 Best Beaches list for 2025, as announced by worlds50beaches.com. Voted on by over 1,000 travel experts, including influencers and journalists, this ranking highlights the beach’s natural beauty and laid-back charm. It’s a proud …

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A Chinese company will supply equipment to Nicaragua’s army, marking another step in the countries’ growing cooperation, Nicaraguan co-president Rosario Murillo announced on Monday. Beijing and Managua upgraded their relationship to a “strategic partnership” in 2023 after a phone call between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega. “A contract was signed with …

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Bad Bunny is bringing his music to Costa Rica for two shows on December 5 and 6 at Estadio Nacional. The tickets for both concerts sold out in just four hours. Over 100,000 tickets were snatched up, breaking a new record. This guy’s a big deal, and Costa Rican fans can’t get enough. His last …

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In the Osa Peninsula, home to 2.5% of the world’s biodiversity and declared by National Geographic as “the most intense place on the planet,” volunteers will fight against pollution. From June 5 to 8, 200 volunteers, supported by the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC), the Puerto Jiménez Chamber of Tourism, local and international organizations, …

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Costa Rican speech is rich with expressions that many use daily without knowing their origins. Rodrigo Soto, a well-known Costa Rican author with over 20 published works, including novels and essays, aims to change that with his new book, ¿Idiay?. This work explores the country’s unique vernacular, placing it within a historical and cultural framework. …

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Panama’s government announced fresh details last Friday about its Panama-David-Frontera fast train, a transformative project that will connect Panama City to Paso Canoas on the Costa Rican border. This railway promises to reshape travel, trade, and tourism for Costa Rica’s southern region and beyond. Spanning 475 kilometers with 14 stations—Albrook, Ciudad de la Salud, Panama …

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