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Put Your Running Shoes On

Three Costa Rican races take on honorable causes this weekend. Did you know that even a light jog can burn around 10 calories a minute? Or that physically active people are 60% less likely to develop Alzheimer’s? Most know the...

San José to Experience Earthquake Drill

The country’s first city-wide earthquake drill is set to take place this Thursday, September 3rd in the capital. Tectonic activity abounds in Costa Rica. About once a month the country experiences a shake of about 4.5 magnitude, with smaller tremors...

5 Myths about Catching Up on U.S. Tax Returns for Expats

If you are one of the millions of U.S. citizens who are behind on tax filings, it’s time to take action! Whether you didn’t realize you had a filing obligation or have admittedly procrastinated a bit too long, rest...

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...

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...

“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,...

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...

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...

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...

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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Gloria Trevi Conquers Costa Rica: Dancing, Tears, and Electric Energy at Parque Viva

After more than 15 years away, Mexican pop icon Gloria Trevi made a triumphant return to Costa Rica, converting...