Tourists on a budget in San Jose have two choices for overnight accommodations. Many hostels have sprung up over the years, offering both shared dorms and private rooms. These are usually cheery, ...

The weekend’s cultural agenda includes fantastic activities like movies, visual arts exhibitions, free concerts, and even a fishing fair. The Centro de Cine (Film Center) will play different movies.

Living costs in Costa Rica are rising even as inflation plunges and the local currency, the colón, continues to strengthen — an unusual combination that has puzzled economists. The inflation rate fell ...

Retiring in Central America offers an appealing mix of low living costs, natural scenery, and expat-friendly communities ...

If you’re planning a trip to Costa Rica, you’ll need to choose between the country’s two international airports: San José (SJO) in the Central Valley and Liberia (LIR) in Guanacaste. Both airports ...