We had read the brochures, scrolled the forums, and watched more Costa Rica retirement videos than we care to admit. None of ...

First time visitors often expect Costa Rica to be cheap, compact, and covered in visible wildlife. A resident of nearly a decade explains what is actually true about cost, driving, distances, and ...

After nearly a decade living in Costa Rica, here is what pura vida actually teaches about stress and daily life. A resident ...

Costa Rica is an exotic destination teeming with unique wildlife, exquisite spas, ecolodges and outdoor adventures. Staying at an all-inclusive resort or booking an all-inclusive package makes ...

Costa Rica isn’t just another place on the map. Sure, it may be famous for its lush rainforests and pristine beaches, but what really makes it stand out are the unique things that set it apart from ...

While Americans flock to Europe to take advantage of golden visa programs, which offer residency or citizenship in return for investing in property or industry, Costa Rica’s own scheme has been a bit ...

We rank the 7 Best Beaches in Costa Rica. See which places our readers like the best, and vote for your favorites.

This September, JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, the world’s first JW Marriott all-inclusive, is opening in Costa Elena, an exclusive luxury beach community in northwest Costa Rica. ByRoger Sands ...

Lawmakers from Costa Rica's governing party filed a package of constitutional reform bills on Tuesday that would end the Comptroller General's power to block... An audit put improper water, sewer and ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning travelers to remain alert in a tropical oasis due to the outbreak of a mosquito-borne illness there. The updated travel advisory warns ...

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