Costa Rica Retirement News - Many U.S. retirees are moving as far as Southeast Asia to afford a better quality of life on their fixed incomes. That might be too much of a change for you; it would be too much for me. Costa Rica is a great option closer to home. It offers great health care, a low cost of living, a beautiful climate, and democratic security. Modern amenities meet a pleasant old-world friendly culture in this country that attracts thousands of expats annually. If you are considering starting over in this paradise you have a number of towns to… Continue reading →
Costa Rica News – Many tourists and media were offered a little taste of the history and culture of Costa Rica today. Dozens of boats of all different sizes made the journey from Puntarenas to Playa Narajo today. Some of the viewers of the procession included parishioners and tourists in the area of Puntareas. Different from the previous years where the boat responsible for carrying the virgin of the sea was a fishermen’s, on this occasion the organizers decided to use the ferry San Lucas II which provides service to Playa Naranjo. It offered more space and comfort for the special guests… Continue reading →
Costa Rica Travel News – Many vacationers when they travel to Costa Rica have to spend a few days in the capital San Jose. You might be on a dental or medical vacation or just have to stay in the city for business meetings. While there are numerous things to do, museums to see, and places to explore in the capital city of Costa Rica, don’t forget to take some time out to explore the other sites that this great country has to offer. There are some illuminating places to see fairly close to the city even if you only… Continue reading →
Costa Rica News – Dengue fever is a flu-like virus that’s spread through mosquito bites This year in Costa Rica there was been an epidemic of cases. Costa Rica declared a health alert today due to a dengue fever outbreak which has claimed three lives and infected about 12,000 people so far this year. Health Minister Daisy Corrales said the number of people infected this year in Costa Rica was four times worse than that of 2012. Corrales warned that there are three dengue strains in circulation heading into the rainy season which has just begun in Costa Rica. This is… Continue reading →
Costa Rica News – Dengue fever is a flu-like virus that’s spread through mosquito bites This year in Costa Rica there was been an epidemic of cases. Costa Rica declared a health alert today due to a dengue fever outbreak which has claimed three lives and infected about 12,000 people so far this year. Health Minister Daisy Corrales said the number of people infected this year in Costa Rica was four times worse than that of 2012. Corrales warned that there are three dengue strains in circulation heading into the rainy season which has just begun in Costa Rica. This is… Continue reading →
Costa Rica Surf Report July 3rd, 2013 – The Costa Rican Times is entering surf reporting for everyone that want’s to experience one of the best surf destinations in the world. We are starting with Playa Hermosa. We will give a daily forecast a day in advance and a video from the morning sets. Costa Rica’s Playa Hermosa 7km long black sand beach break at Hermosa is another version of Mexico’s Puerto Escondido with less shore break drama but enough power and rips to scare on double overhead days when closeouts rule. Ultra reliable, favors high tides. WEDNESDAY: New SW… Continue reading →