Culture & Lifestyle
Costa Rica: a “multiethnic and multicultural nation”
It’s no news that Costa Rica is country of diverse ethnic origins, but this week minority groups are finally getting their recognition.On Monday, August 24th, President Luis Guillermo Solis signed a long-overdue amendment to the nation’s constitution declaring it...
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Turn Up the Heat: 5 Grilled Fruits You Ought to Try
Sure Costa Rica is known for its bountiful tropical fruits, but have you ever tried them grilled?Newsflash! Your grill can do more than BBQ meats. Grilling fruit brings out flavors while caramelizing the natural sugars inside. Add to a...
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“March for Jesus, for the peace of Costa Rica”
Two hundred thousand Costa Ricans took to the streets this past weekend in support of peace, life, family values and their love for Jesus Christ.The march — which was first held in 1987 — remains a grassroots initiative,...
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Uber vs. Easy Taxi CR
Is Uber the next great thing coming to Costa Rican transportation? Or could a local-friendly alternative give the San Franciscan brand a run for its money?Despite local backlash, Uber’s recent job postings suggest they are confidently preparing for Costa...
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What Can Be Done To Stop Latin American Football Players from Leaving For European Clubs?
For several years a dispiriting pattern has emerged in Latin American football, with the continent’s finest young talents leaving to make their names in the European game.From Maradona to Ronaldo and other heroes of times gone by, to...
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5 Ways to Give Back in Costa Rica
The United Nation’s World Humanitarian Day reminds us all to #ShareHumanity. How do you give back to your community?While teaching is a go-to experience for many who want to volunteer while traveling, the opportunities to giving back in Costa...
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Solar Energy Conference coming to Central America
More than 150 senior executives from 19 countries will convene this November to discuss the future solar energy in Central America and Colombia.The conference, intended for anyone working in the photovoltaic market, will take place on November 19th and...
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Bill Cosby, Rape Culture and Individual Responsibility
What is rape culture, and why is it such a big deal?On July 26th, 35 of Bill Cosby’s rape victims came forward to discuss their rapes and the culture that ignored their cries for help. A serial rapist going uncharged for...
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12 Uniquely Costa Rican Spa Treatments for Mom
There’s no one like Mom. Show her your appreciation with a spa treatment as fabulous as she is.You've heard it before: how many months she carried you, how long the labor lasted, how much patience it took to deal...
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Tourism May Help Alleviate Poverty, experts say
Could ecotourism be the next tool in fighting poverty and maintaining a healthy environment in Latin America?Over the last 10 years, the Caribbean and Latin American tourism industry has grown more than 50%. It seems no small coincidence that...
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Ocean Summit, Chaired by Costa Rica and France, Ends with Agreements but Without Clear Funding
The UN ocean summit concludes Friday in Nice with progress toward better protecting the high seas, but without clear...