Tag: children
What You Need to Know When Traveling with Children to Costa Rica
Costa Rica is one of the favorite destinations of many tourists in the world. In this sense, this wonderful country of Central America collects...
Cruise Boats: The Pleasure of Traveling by the Sea
Although many may fear the sea, or think of stories of pirates and mystical animals that appear in the middle of the ocean, the...
“KidZania” Franchise Will Arrive Costa Rica as an Anchor of the Real Estate Project...
KidZania is a mini-city of 4,000 square meters (m2), the first confirmed commerce for the mega project Oxygen, in San Francisco de Heredia. This...
Benefits of Adopting a Dog
Having a dog at home is a huge blessing. That is why you make the most of all the benefits that a pet will...
The Interesting Story of the Children’s Museum in Costa Rica
Today's Costa Rican Children’s Museum used to be a jail but it's now the Castillo de los Sueños (the Castle of Dreams). What used...
Didactical Games Exhibition by Costa Rican College Students
An exhibition of games for special children was part of the arts and crafts fair of the International Art Festival.
The exhibit was organized by...
Cold or Influenza? Listen to Your Body!
Having a cold is a nuisance: your nose is running, your throat hurts and your ears ache from pressure. In other words: you feel sick...
A Garden Or Terrace Can Add Life To Your Home
Don’t neglect the terrace or garden in your home or apartment. These can be designed to gain the maximum benefits, and integrate them into...
New Law Being Issued to Protect Costa Rican Children
Recently there have been more and more stories in the news about the serious problems children are facing these days due to bullying. If...
Find your child’s “Life Project” in Manuel Antonio
In the era of standardized testing and competition, rote memory and performance targets, traditional schooling is in an existential crisis. Children are not being...
Schoolchildren in Costa Rica Learn About Biodiversity
TALAMANCA, Costa Rica — Humane Society International is conducting a series of environmental education workshops in the rural region of Talamanca in Costa Rica....
Students from The U.C.R. Combat Malnutrition on World Stage
What began as an assignment for a course at The University of Costa Rica this past month could be converted into a product that...
Australia to Costa Rica: Raising My Son on the Road
This is the third time we have been to Costa Rica, and this time we are here to stay.
According to my son whom is...
Franklin Chang Heads Fundraiser to Make Costa Rica a Developed Country
Just a few days and roughly $2,000 remain for the fundraiser to meet it’s goal.
Headed officially by the Estrategia Siglo XXI, the challenge hopes...
#UberSANTA Brings Holiday Joy to Costa Rican Non-profit for Children
On December 12th and 13th, Uber will be gathering toys for Aldeas Infantiles SOS Costa Rica.
From 10am until 4pm this weekend, you can request...
Gaming for Giving: Video Games Enthusiasts Collect Christmas Supplies for Children
This year, GameCon is expecting 6,000 participants in the Costa Rica Video Games Convention, benefitting 5,500 kids.
The Costa Rica Video Games Convention is here...
How To Cloth Diaper in Costa Rica
With today’s technology, cloth diapers can be found in any color or print, with several mechanical options.
Many parents of small children find themselves disgusted...
Happy Children’s Day in Costa Rica!
While El Dia del Niño is certainly a time for playful celebration, many have forgotten the important reason behind National Children’s Day.
Costa Rica was...
5 Ways to Lessen Your Baby’s Carbon Footprint
We all love babies. They’re small, squeaky mini-versions of adults, full of energy and personality, and adorable to boot.
These tiny packages of joy...
Costa Rican Children are Contracting Eye Worms Due to Negligent Pet Owners
A condition called ocular toxocariasis (colloquially, "eye worms") is transmitted by a worm-shaped parasite found in the feces of infected dogs and can enter...
Free Admission: The Best Places to Go in San Jose Without Having to Pay...
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - Costa Rica has a lot to offer in terms of lifestyle, weather, and travel. In addition to that, its...
San Jose’s Transitarte Festival Will Feature Over 160 Cultural and Artistic Activities
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - Visitors to the Transitarte 2015 festival in San José can choose from 167 artistic, cultural and recreational activities...
Child Abusers in Costa Rica Will Receive More Severe Punishments Thanks to a New...
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - A new bill seeks to reform the Penal Code, subjecting anyone who tortures a child to between 5...
New Costa Rica Legislation Reform Will Prevent Minors From Marrying Older Men
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - Costa Rica Draft Law 19,337 has been created to provide more extensive legal protection for children and to keep...
President Solis, Ombudsman, UNICEF, and PANI All Announce Their Participation in Sunday’s March Against...
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - This morning the Costa Rica Ombudsman announced its support for the group of mothers who initiated a march...
129 Abused Mexicans Rescued from Korean Textile Company Suspected of Being a Human Trafficking...
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - Mexican authorities rescued 129 people, including six children, who were victims of sexual abuse and forced to work...
Child Abuse Prevention March in San Jose on February 15: Come Show Your Support!
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - A group of 5 mothers who were appalled by the child beating situation that occurred on Monday in Los...
A Campaign to End Violence Against Women Will Target 10 Costa Rica Communities With...
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - An inter-agency project spearheaded by the National Institute for Women (INAMU) aims to eradicate violence against women through...
Pope Demands No More Cover Ups for Child Molestation Cases in the Catholic Church
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - Pope Francisco has demanded via a solemn letter to bishops and Catholic religious leaders around the world to...
Reaching for the Stars: An Interview With Costa Rican Astronaut Dr. Franklin Ramón Chang...
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - As children, we're often told to "reach for the stars" and live up to our ultimate potential. One...
Eighth Annual Atenas Chili Fiesta Brings Good Food, Good Music, and Good Times Together...
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - The annual Atenas Chili Fiesta to benefit Hogar De Vida children's home will take place on Sunday, February...
New Year, Same Old You: How to Start 2015 Off Right
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - We can all expect a post-Christmas slump. Excessive over-indulgence, days filled with nothingness and cheesy Christmas music, all...
Costa Rican Housewives are the Most Susceptible to Chikungunya
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - According to the Ministry of Health, Costa Rican housewives are the part of the population most affected by...
Dry Season Vacations Promise Adventure, Culture, and Great Weather
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - Costa Rica is the perfect destination for Americans in search for a place to escape the snowy, freezing temperatures...
Recently Released Blockbuster Hit Giving Humorous Insight on Rural Life in Costa Rica
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - After last month’s movie release, the feeling that Maikol Yordan de Viaje Perdido has struck accord with Ticos...
Thousands Attended and Participated in San José’s National Horse Parade
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) – Today some 3,000 riders and thousands of spectators packed the main streets of San José to celebrate National...
Spectators Camped Out Overnight to Get Premier Spots for Tonight’s Festival of Light
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - Marta Jimenez is a resident of the Pitahaya neighborhood in San José whose family has attended the Festival...
A Firsthand Peek at Poas National Park
“The true mystery of the world is the visible, not the invisible.” –Oscar Wilde
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - I rubbed my eyes, clearing...
Ticos Living Illegally in the US May Have a Second Chance for Residency Thanks...
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - Undocumented Costa Ricans living in the United States should seek advice with a consulates regarding their illegal status after...
Families Can Have the Trip of a Lifetime in Costa Rica
The Costa Rica News (TCRN) - Costa Rica has been named several times as a perfect destination for family vacation packages. In fact, the...
