Costa Rica's climate is moist and warm, with year-round extremes. Even in the dry season (December to April), stick to its Caribbean side if you want white-sand beach time uninterrupted by showers.

Playa Conchal is one of the most versatile and photogenic beaches in Costa Rica," says Carly Patane Moss, travel expert at Black Tomato. "The golden sand mixes with tiny shells that seem to ...

This Central American gem is abounding in rugged terrain and rainforests. It’s the ultimate postcard destination with ...

We rank the 13 Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica. See which places our readers like the best, and vote for your favorites.

The sand on RK Beach, opposite the AU Yoga Village in the city, has turned black, to the dismay of beachgoers. They expressed disappointment over the development and blamed the authorities for not ...

Every day I listen to my wife doing a video call with one or more of her siblings. All are in Costa Rica except her youngest brother who lives and works legally in the Miami area. They have a Whatsapp ...

Since 2010, Costa Rica has enjoyed strong and stable economic growth - 3.8% in 2017. Exports of bananas, coffee, sugar, and beef are the backbone of its commodity exports. Various industrial and ...

Cybercrime continues to increase in Costa Rica, and the figures are concerning to Costa Rican authorities. Randall Zúñiga, Director of the Judicial Investigation Organization (OIJ), stated that the ...

That action attracted the attention of the Japanese media conglomerate which decided to pursue the modest shop in Costa Rica. Posting on Super Mario’s Facebook page, Carlos ‘Charlito ...

Containing nearly 6% of the planet's biodiversity, Costa Rica is a country rich in natural beauty. Lush rainforests, abundant wildlife and picture-perfect beaches are common sights around this ...