Culture & Lifestyle

Limon, a bustling port city located on the eastern coast of Costa Rica, is renowned for its vibrant cultural celebrations. This culturally diverse region is home to the Afro-Caribbean community, which has greatly influenced the local traditions and festivities....

There is an undeniable charm and allure to the beach that makes it an incredibly romantic destination. From the soothing sound of crashing waves to the golden sand beneath your feet, the beach has a magical quality that creates...

A few days ago, we spoke with harpist María Paula Loría, a native of Tibás, San José, Costa Rica, who informed us about her participation in the annual Sphinx Organization competition.Sphinx is a 27-year-old social justice organization dedicated to...

Expat blues, also known as expatriate blues, refer to the feelings of melancholy, isolation, and disorientation experienced by individuals living abroad. Moving to a new country can be an exciting adventure, but it also comes with its own set...

Costa Rican music reflects the diverse cultural heritage of the nation, blending indigenous, European, African, and Caribbean influences into a vibrant tapestry of rhythms and melodies. From traditional folk music to contemporary genres, the music of Costa Rica encapsulates...

This is indeed a profound question. One could rightly argue that simply traveling does not equate to "building a career." There are certainly many interesting positions available locally. However, one could also argue that one or two trips abroad...

The awakening and liberation of each human being through a spiritual, transformative process is something unique in life, completely powerful, because you can stay integrated into society knowing yourself authentically and establishing healthy relationships, in which knowledge has a...

  January 2024 is almost upon us, and we, the team of The Costa Rica News-TCRN, feel doubly happy: first, because we are at the beginning of a new year that, we are sure, will be fascinating and, second, because...

In an effort to promote health, various research highlights the nutritional value of legumes and grains, cataloging them as those foods that promote longevity in human beings, according to Dan Buettner, author and founder of the Blue Zones organization.Buettner...

Costa Rica was chosen the best place in the world to retire in the 2024 Global Retirement Index prepared by International Living. In the 2023 edition, our country was in fifth position below Portugal, Mexico, Panama and Ecuador."Pura Vida"...