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We hear this question frequently from first-time travelers to Costa Rica. Everyone wants their trip to be the best possible experience and bad weather or other seasonal considerations can put a...

If you’ve been paying close attention to the news in Costa Rica, you might notice stories about unrest, roadblocks, and protests in the streets. In related news, you might also read that the...

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in restrictions for travelers from the United States. Learn more about who can travel to Costa Rica and what you can do when you are there.

What is the Legal Drinking Age in Costa Rica? The legal minimum drinking age in Costa Rica is 18 years old. However, enforcement is not necessarily strict, especially in tourist...

[UPDATE on February 27, 2022] Despite the passage of the law in August of 2021, the Costa Rican government has yet to publish regulations outlining how the law will work in practice, including how to...

Costa Rica has long been a popular retirement destination for foreigners. Many come to enjoy the warm weather, beautiful beaches, and lower cost-of-living; a paradise of palm trees at discount...