Culture & Lifestyle

From Artificial Intelligence to Bees, 10 Success Stories that Provide Sustainability in Guanacaste and its Communities

The practical application of the sustainability strategy of ReservaConchal, FIFCO's real estate division in Guanacaste, is made up of a large number of impacted people, more than 10 programs ranging from artificial intelligence for the protection of howler monkeys...

The Current Challenges that the Indigenous People of Costa Rica Face

The indigenous people of Costa Rica, also known as the "pueblos indígenas," face numerous challenges in the present day. These challenges are rooted in a long history of colonization, discrimination, and marginalization that continues to impact their daily lives. Here...

Why Costa Ricans Admire So Much their Afro-Caribbean Heritage

The Afro-Caribbean heritage in Costa Rica is a vibrant and significant aspect of the country's cultural fabric. Descendants of African slaves brought to the Caribbean coast during the colonial era, this community has made immense contributions to the diversity...

Get To Know the “Gallo Pinto”, Delicious Costa Rican National Dish

Gallo Pinto, the traditional dish of Costa Rica, is a flavorful and satisfying combination of rice and beans that has become a staple in the country's cuisine. This simple yet delicious dish is often enjoyed as a hearty breakfast...

“Patuá” Could be Considered a Regional Language in Costa Rica with Constitutional Recognition

 A bill seeks for the Limonense Creole language, known as Patois (or Patuá) to be classified as a Costa Rican regional language and obtain constitutional rank.The above, based on the reform of the Political Constitution carried out in 2015,...

The Mermaid of Esterillos and Its Cultural and Symbolic Meaning

To visit Esterillos Oeste beach is to appreciate without a doubt a phenomenal landscape, full of the colors of the sky reflected in the immense sea, as well as an imposing woman seated on a base of rocks, with...

Did You Know That There Is A Tico Chef Who Belongs To The Canadian Army?

Every human being has a story, of course, all of them with their touch, their essence, and particularity, there are many of them that we want to share, to tell the world because, in one way or another, they...

Reverse Culture Shock: How to Reconnect

While most of us expect a move abroad to be a transformative experience, moving back is rarely seen as a potential challenge.  But it can be, and it's best to be prepared.  Make as much effort to return home...

Why We Should Train Our Brain and How to Do It

How important it is to keep our brain active. Cognitive stimulation through brain training allows us to improve our brain health. But we are not only talking about memory and learning, but also about attention-processing speed, language, perception, executive...

More than 40 US States Sue Meta and Say its Networks are Harmful to Children

 A coalition of 41 US states and the District of Columbia sued Meta (parent company of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp) on Tuesday and argued that its social networks Instagram and Facebook are addictive and harmful to children.  This legal action...
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Top Chefs Gather at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa for Exclusive October Gastronomic Series

LA FORTUNA, COSTA RICA — Eight guest chefs will join Saúl Umaña, Culinary Director of Tabacón Thermal Resort &...