San Lucas Island is located off the Gulf of Nicoya in Costa Rica, 5.4 miles from Puntarenas, and has an area of less than 500 hectares.  This island is famous in Costa Rica because it used to be a prison, at first just for thieves and other petty crime offenders but later for more dangerous criminals. The San Lucas prison functioned from 1873 to 1991 when it was permanently closed, what used to...

Guanacaste is not just about the beaches, here are some great options of places maybe you didn't know existed in this wonderful province: Buena Vista Lodge: At the foothills of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, you will find a property dedicated to forest regeneration. The hacienda has 5 different natural hot spring pools, a delicious way to relax surrounded by beautiful nature. The hotel also of...

If there’s one thing Costa Rica is famous for is having some of the most idyllic beaches in the world; but besides being beautiful, some of them are also dangerous. The beaches in the Pacific Coast are more dangerous in comparison to those in the Atlantic Coast, this obeys to the rip currents. Take note of some of the most dangerous beaches in Costa Rica, and stay safe during your next vaca...

Press Release// With the objective of intensifying the promotion in Europe and to take advantage of the potential of the English market, Costa Rica’s Tourism Board (ICT) along with 47 tourism companies are taking part in the World Travel Market (WTM) that is taking place in the Excel Convention Center in London from November 7 through November 9. Mauricio Ventura, Minister of Tourism, explaine...

We don’t always have the time to enjoy a long vacation, but most of us have the possibility of enjoying at least one day off every week, and living in Costa Rica, it’s a sin not to enjoy at least one day of these days getting to know one of the many beautiful places Costa Rica has to offer. Here are some one-day tours in Costa Rica that you can’t miss: Isla Tortuga, Puntarenas: One of the to...

Costa Rica and Japan signed a cooperation agreement for the ongoing training for the conservation of terrestrial, coastal and oceanic ecosystems and wetlands. Understanding park management and the Japanese concept of Hatoyama, deepening the understanding of efficient management of protected areas and the sustainable use of natural resources with the participation of local residents and the p...

Press Release/ Costa Rica has become an example that tourism is synonym of progress, wellness and social-economic growth, thanks to the fact that sustainability has become the fundamental core of touristic activity. ‘Last year we managed to take a position in the Executive Council of the World Tourism Organization (WTO) in representation of the countries in the American continent, which has all...

Travel website Conde Nast Traveler included nine hotels in Costa Rica among their listing of “Top Resorts in Central and South America: Readers’ Choice Awards 2016 “, the ranking is done based in reviews by their more than 300 thousand readers, this is the 29th edition of this ranking and below we leave you the information of the Costa Rican resorts considered among the best in the region: Naya...

AirFrance began operating as of this week direct flights between Paris, France and Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO) in Costa Rica; the first flight will land in the afternoon of Wednesday, November 2 and will be received by Costa Rica’s president Luis Guillermo Solís. The service will be offered twice a week (Wednesday and Saturday),in a Boeing 777-300 with capacity for 468 people, the biggest com...

45 minutes from La Fortuna de San Carlos you can find the town of Las Cavernas de Venado, (Venado Caves or Deer Caves), this amazing destination will take you in an underground adventure. As incredible as it sounds, these caves weren’t actually discovered until 1945, although it is said the the Guatuso natives knew of their existence way before then, it wasn't until a local was in a hunting tri...

Tourism leads the service exports in the second trimester of this year, registering an amount of 48.8% of the total service account, this consolidates this activity as the one that contributed the most in the recovery of the growth rhythm of the service exports in the first semester of 2016 in comparison to the same period of 2015. This information is given in the trimester Analysis about the e...

From canyoning to sea kayaking, Costa Rica offers a playground for those seeking adrenaline-pumping activities PRNewswire/ -- Costa Rica's diverse natural landscapes and terrain set the stage for coast to coast, action-packed adventures. Thanks to the country's compact size, travelers looking for extreme adventures can participate in any and all adventures they wish without stressing over not h...

Did you fall in love with Costa Rica during a visit? Perhaps you need a change in your life, a fresh start. Maybe you are tired of the cold weather in your country and you want to move somewhere where it doesn’t snow; or maybe it’s time to retire and you want a place where you can live a more relaxing life. Whatever the case may be, you are right to consider the possibility of moving to Costa Rica...

The province of Guanacaste in Costa Rica is one of the main reasons many tourists visit the country every year, it’s also the reason many choose to stay, how much do you know about Guanacaste? Here are some important facts about Guanacaste you’ll find interesting and are important to know if you are visiting soon or moving here: 1. The Chorotegas were the first inhabitants of Guanacaste, and...

Located in the region of Sarapiquí, Heredia, in the North of Costa Rica this Biological Reserve was born in 1995 as a private effort of conservation, it encompasses 345 hectares of tropical rainforest under the category of National Wildlife Refugee. The Tirimbina Biological Reserve is a perfect place for those that enjoy eco-tourism and sustainable tourism. This region is the home of diverse m...

The Guanacaste Tourism and Commerce Chamber Association sued the State to demand that the crocodile that attacked a tourist some months back in Tamarindo is relocated. The complaint was presented to the Contentious Administrative Proceedings Court on October 20 and it stated that “there has been an inaction and omission” by national authorities because they haven’t captured or relocated the cro...

Press Release/ The tourism activity continues to grow and remains as the most dynamic sector in Costa Rica's economy. This was highlighted by the First Vice-president of the Republic, Helio Fallas, during the inauguration of the Alajuela Touristic Expo: “Something more than a Volcano”, that took place at the City Mall. According to data by the Central Bank the inbound tourism grew by 12.3% in ...

By Wendy Anders Barceló Hotel at Tambor Beach was flooded extensively on Monday. Photo, CRHoy.com. The rainy season is at its heaviest, as is typical in Costa Rica and much of Central America in October. Flooding is common, and caution must be taken especially when traveling in low lying areas and near rivers at this time of year. In August, three U.S. tourists drowned in a flash flood i...

Recently 15 graduates of the Program of Local Indigenous Guides received their accreditation as local guides by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT); this thanks to the efforts of the Equal Gender Office, and the career of Sustainable Rural Tourism Management of the Technological Institute of Costa Rica (TEC). This was a process of three years of education and training in Talamanca, and it’s...

An alliance between Air Panama and the Honduras’ Tourism Board will allow Costa Ricans to travel from San José to Roatán in Honduras with just one stop in Panama. This possibility will be available with two flights a week, Thursdays and Sundays during high season, starting November 15 and extending through February 28, 2017. “The two times a week frecuency allows the Costa Rican public to b...

All couples search for that perfect secluded spot where they can spend a quiet weekend away from the day to day routine, Costa Rica is certainly the perfect place to rekindle romance, but with so many different alternatives we figured it’d be a good idea to give you some suggestions, mountain or beach, you’ll certainly find the perfect getaway spot for you and your loved one. Los Altos de Eros:...

Many beach-goers don’t just visit the coast to relax, enjoy the sun and swim in the warm water, for some it’s the possibility of exploring the underwater treasures the ocean has to offer that makes it irresistible. Scuba diving allows you to discover and witness with your own eyes parts of the world that many only get to see in television, the adventure and adrenaline behind it is undeniable. ...

Travel and Nature journalist, writer, photographer and blogger, Paco Nadal a native from Spain, recently shared in his travel blog in newspaper El Pais, a video that summarizes a year of traveling to eleven countries in five continents and filming with a dron some of the most beautiful places in the world. Costa Rica was one of these countries, others included in the video are: Kazakhstan, Peru, J...

Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica, is one of those volcanos that you see in postcards and photos, the perfect shape cone is visible from many areas and the wonderful nature that surrounds it makes it one of the most popular National Parks in Costa Rica among both domestic and foreign tourists; this volcano is still considered active, but its currently dormant, a few years back glowing lava used to flow...

EFE/Costa Rica will host from the next international congress that will promote the sustainable tourism intelligence and recreational, social and cultural entertainment tourism. “The sustainable tourism intelligence converts data into knowledge and information with which destinations can adapt their offer to the new demands and needs of visitors, while recreation and entertainment tourism seek...

Costa Rica’s Tourism Institute (ICT), is looking to promote the country as a wellness destination and in order to pursue this it took part for the second time in the Termatalia fair in Coahuila, Mexico this past Sept. 29 and through October 1st; this fair gathers representatives from 20 different countries and it’s the main event to present health and wellness options to consumers in Europe and Am...

Located in the province of Puntarenas, Monteverde is one of the obligatory stops for tourists visiting Costa Rica; Monteverde is a great option if you enjoy eco-tourism or also if you like adventure tourism; Monteverde is about a three-four hour drive from San José, in this impressive Biological Reserve you can find 50% of Costa Rica’s biodiversity. A little bit of history on Monteverde: The...

By Wendy Anders The recent rainy conditions that are typical at this time of year in Costa Rica are propitious for crocodiles to enter into the sea from swollen river mouths, reported Teletica, Costa Rica’s Channel 7 TV. Rainy conditions encourage the animals to mate, said Adrian Arce, ranger at the Central Pacific Conservation Area, to Teletica. During mating, larger male crocodiles disp...

World Tourism Day was celebrated yesterday and this year the goal was centered in creating conscience of the importance of accessibility for the elderly tourists and tourists with different disabilities. Costa Rica has been investing in the past few years in the infrastructure of different National Parks to make them more accessible, the Poas and Irazu Volcanos, Manuel Antonio, Guayabo and Sant...

PANAMA TOURISM Panama City, Sept. 27 — The Panamanian government hopes that an international advertising campaign to be launched at the end of this year will attract tourists from the United States, Europe, and South America, its main markets, Tourism Minister Gustavo Him said Tuesday. "We have great hopes for that campaign because we're going to move from having zero promotion to having a f...

With all the news about Costa Rican surfer Leilani McGonagle and her recent bronce medal at the ISA Junior World Championship, we can’t help but wonder where in Costa Rica Leilani and her brother Noe Mar have learned to surf; the answer: Pavones in Puntarenas. According to La Nacion Revista Dominical, Sean McGonagle and Jamie Cada, Noe Mar and Leilani’s parents, met in a surf trip in Costa Rica...

WikiCommons - Located on the Osa Peninsula, in the south Pacific of Costa Rica the Corcovado National Park is one of the most amazing places Costa Rica has to offer, 429 square kilometers of protected forest, part of the Osa Conservation Area; it is not easy to get to Corcovado, and although this may be considered to be good, it is also a bad thing, since it is not as closely monitored as it s...

Guanacaste is the most popular destination in Costa Rica among tourists, this is no coincidence, of course Guanacaste has beautiful beaches, impressive natural reserves and you can find luxury resorts just as well as small eco-lodges to satisfy everyone’s taste. The beaches of Tamarindo, Flamingo, Conchal and Hermosa, are among the most visited. Here we give you information on three other Guan...

By Wendy Anders The University of Washington will partner with the Costa Rican Federation of Fisheries (Fecop) to study sport fishing in Costa Rica, reported Central America's Summa business magazine. The study aims to understand the environmental, social, and economic issues and dynamics involved with sport fishing, an industry that the University of Costa Rica estimates provides employment...

If you love spending time in Guanacaste but would like to see other beaches aside from Tamarindo and Flamingo, perhaps somewhere that’s a little more secluded, how about the area of Nosara? Nosara is a district of the county of Nicoya in Guanacaste, it’s actually home to a big community of American expats that established in the area many years back. The town of Nosara is 6 kilometers from the ...

Costa Rica has a great number of beautiful places to visit, and perhaps you have already been to the beaches of Guanacaste,  Manuel Antonio  and even Limon, you’ve been to the volcanos and you want a new experience; well, if you are into adventure tourism,  here we give you three suggestions of places that you may have not visited yet:   Chirripó National Park: Here you’ll find Costa ...

September 15th is coming, Costa Rica celebrates its independence and therefore it’s a national holiday; the 15th this year falls on a Thursday so there’s a lot of people taking a day off work on Friday the 16th to enjoy a well-deserved long weekend. If you are part of those lucky people, and you are trying to figure out where to go spend a fun few days we have a couple of suggestions for getaways ...

According to an article published in the Huffington Post, Costa Rica is among the British preferred travel destinations. This has a lot to do with the fact that UK residents no longer need to fly via Miami or Madrid, British Airways now offers a direct flight from London to Costa Rica. Costa Rica received a total 2.665.000 tourists in 2015 according to the Costa Rican tourism board and the Unit...

Costa Rica is known for being a country that promotes peace, one that decided 68 years ago on the abolition of the military and that has managed to do rather well without an army and that has instead focused those funds towards public education and social security; Costa Rica’s former president Oscar Arias also received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1987 for his involvement in ending the Central Americ...

Buenos Aires, Sep 2 (EFE).- Crime and violence plus the economy have become over the past year the biggest concerns for Latin Americans, who also see domestic violence as what most damages their societies, according to a Latinobarometro survey released Friday in Buenos Aires. On the average, crime is the most important problem for 22 percent of Latin Americans, topped only by the sum of those wor...