I thought moving from the US to Costa Rica would be great for our family. But when we moved, we were miserable and realized ...

Made from eggs, milk, sugar, and a splash of booze, rompope is a sweet drink that could easily pass off for eggnog. Find out ...

The experiences you had growing up can leave lasting marks on how you see the world and interact with others. These ...

The subtropical destination is surrounded by volcanoes and known for the soft-yellow toned arch connected ... neighboring ...

The Costa Rican Ministry of Health announced that as of February 2025, it will require a yellow fever vaccination certificate from all travelers going to 44 countries. These countries include Bolivia, ...

Why Is Costa Rica A Hot Retirement Spot? Costa Rica is perhaps the world’s best-known foreign retirement haven. It began its bid to attract U.S. retirees back in the 1980s when the Costa Rican ...

A group of missionaries who surf have expanded to a remote part of Costa Rica, where people come from afar looking for the “perfect wave.” And maybe a little Jesus? A surfer riding a wave ...

As December’s cool breezes come to Costa Rica, our families gather to celebrate Christmas with cherished traditions and festive treats. Among the most beloved holiday drinks is rompope, a rich, creamy ...

From the outside, the white and golden-yellow church may seem small, but its intricate interiors are something to admire. Frescoes adorn the walls and ceiling, while gold accents provide a ...

Since 2010, Costa Rica has enjoyed strong and stable economic growth - 3.8% in 2017. Exports of bananas, coffee, sugar, and beef are the backbone of its commodity exports. Various industrial and ...

For decades, surfers and eco-tourists filled planes to Central America’s most popular travel destination, but food-focused travelers have found lots to love in Costa Rica’s waters and jungles ...

Smith, 42, had been shot twice. Judy Zellner, a close friend of the victim, stumbled upon the horrifying scene when she arrived at 12:30 p.m. to clean the church that she was a member of. Zellner’s ...