Culture & Lifestyle

How Global Conflicts Are Changing Expat Lives

Even in 2025, moving abroad is still possible. However, global instability is leading expats to take extra precautions. Which countries are still considered safe? What risks should you assess before taking the plunge? Choosing a Destination in a Tense Global...

Canadian Latin Music Added as a Category to the Juno Awards

Organizers of the Juno Awards, Canada's premier music awards ceremony, announced they plan to introduce a Latin Music Recording of the Year category for the 2026 edition. The new category will recognize Canadian musicians across all Latin American languages and...

Trends in Conscious Tourism: What New Visitors Are Looking For in Costa Rica

Where once the marketing focused on the sun and beaches and lush jungles, now it goes much further: leadership in conscious tourism. People don’t just go there to chase waterfalls or Instagram their trips. There’s a purpose. People want...

Noble Homeland, Your Beautiful Flag: The Meaning Behind Costa Rica’s National Anthem

Costa Rica’s national anthem, Himno Nacional de Costa Rica, is more than a ceremonial tune—it’s a lyrical embodiment of the country’s values, history, and peaceful spirit. Officially titled “Noble Patria, tu hermosa bandera” (“Noble Homeland, Your Beautiful Flag”), the...

Pancha Carrasco: Costa Rica’s Heroine of National Defense

In the annals of Costa Rican history, few figures stand as boldly as **Francisca "Pancha" Carrasco**, a woman whose bravery during the **1856-1857 National Campaign** against William Walker’s filibusters earned her a legendary status. At a time when women...

The Trains of Costa Rica: A Journey Through History, Scenery, and Adventure

Costa Rica is famous for its lush rainforests, stunning beaches, and incredible biodiversity. But beyond its natural wonders, the country boasts a fascinating railway history that once connected its bustling cities, coffee plantations, and coastal ports. Today, Costa Rica’s...

Why More Nurses Are Expanding Their Skills for the Future

Have you noticed how quickly the healthcare world is changing? Patients need more care options, technology is advancing, and the responsibilities of nurses keep growing. Many nurses feel the pressure to stay updated, and one way they are responding...

The Privilege and Responsibility of Being a Father or Mother in Costa Rica

On my way home, I came across a simple phrase stuck on a car bumper, but it left a deep impression on my thoughts. Few phrases so clearly summarize the vast difference between conceiving and raising children: “Anyone can...

Costa Rica’s First Professional Certification in Sustainable Gastronomy is Launched

In a historic evening for the national gastronomy and tourism sector, Costa Rica officially launched its Professional Certification Program in Sustainable Gastronomy, an unprecedented initiative that places the country at the forefront of Latin America by formally recognizing skills,...

POY Latam, Ibero-America’s Most Prestigious Photography Competition, Invites All Documentary Photographers to Participate

Pictures of the Year Latam (POY Latam), Ibero-America's most prestigious documentary photography competition, officially opens its 2025 call for entries. Before August 16, photographers and visual artists from across the region can submit their work free of charge through...
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Festival de la Luz 2026 to Feature 10 Giant Balloons, 14 Marching Bands, and Six Ground Performances

Ten giant balloons, 14 marching bands, and six street-level performances will headline the 2026 Festival de la Luz, embracing...