Culture & Lifestyle

Costa Rica, a small Central American country known for its lush rainforests and stunning beaches, made history in 1948 when it abolished its army. This decision was a direct result of a bloody civil war known as the Costa...

In the sun-kissed beach town of Jaco, nestled in the province of Puntarenas, Luke Shantz and Stephanie Sitt, two expats from Toronto recently turned their dreams into reality by creating a boutique hotel in the southern part of the...

Lilia Silva is an artist of Russian origin, who has been living in Costa Rica for five years, specifically in Liberia, Guanacaste.She was born with art running through her veins, but did not have the opportunity to develop it...

Costa Rica has long been a haven for artists seeking inspiration and tranquility in nature. With its lush rainforests, crystal-clear beaches, and diverse wildlife, the country offers a peaceful retreat for creative minds to thrive.Abundance of natural beautyOne of...

Costa Rica began to emerge as a popular tourist destination in the late 20th century, with a rapid increase in visitors starting in the 1980s. This small Central American country had long been known for its natural beauty, biodiversity,...

Costa Rica has been a pioneer in renewable energy, with over 95% of its electricity coming from renewable sources such as hydropower, wind, solar, and geothermal energy. This has made the country a shining example of sustainability and a...

Chapter OneForming the ultimate teamThe silence in NASA's control room was palpable as scientists, engineers and astronauts prepared for the next big challenge. After the success of the historic trip to Mars, the crew was ready to face a...

Reiner Nuñez, who served Liceo Rural Uluk Kicha highschool as the Social Study and Civic professorsaid good bye to his students after six years of service. This small indigenous highschool located in the mid-forest of Chirripó is one of...

17 year old Ivan Hrushevskyi from Ukraine will soon belaunching his first novel, a science fiction thriller called RedSunrise. Ivan has a wide sphere of space related interestsand has given TED-Ed Club presentations with the JuniorAcademy of Sciences of...

"PuraVida" is a phrase that is commonly heard in Costa Rica, but its meaning extends far beyond a simple translation. Literally translated, "puravida" means "pure life" in English, but its true essence encapsulates the Costa Rican way of life...