Costa Rica News – The hospital in San Carlos, Alajuela, is starting a new method intended to prevent placing patients in inpatient beds when not absolutely necessary. Those who can go home after treatment will have the option of transportation at certain times. The service operates from 7 am to 4 pm. Those who need a…
Costa Rica News – A medium sized bus that has the capacity for 40 passengers is one part of the self-sustaining ecosystem transportation plan in the area of the Daniel Oduber International Airport and Guanacaste. It is a bus powered by hydrogen. The program was implemented by Ad Astra Rocket, the University Earth and the Development…
Costa Rica Entertainment – Could you turn your garbage into something that generates joy for others? With a sandal, pvc pipes and other recycled materials, Charlie Street Drummer entertains street crowds in downtown San Jose Alajuela, and Cartago, among other places where people walk by. Charlie Street Drummer was born from the need to do something…
Costa Rica Entertainment – Could you turn your garbage into something that generates joy for others? With a sandal, pvc pipes and other recycled materials, Charlie Street Drummer entertains street crowds in downtown San Jose Alajuela, and Cartago, among other places where people walk by. Charlie Street Drummer was born from the need to do something…
Costa Rica Sports – Jamaica is set to tackle table-topping Costa Rica in San Jose on Tuesday (March 29) in their latest World Cup qualifier, but even a defeat will not spell an end to their hopes of reaching the finals in Russia. Winfried Schäfer’s troops picked up a precious point at Kingston on Good Friday…
Costa Rica News – The amount of people, companies and countries involved in 5Dimes and related money laundering and illegal gambling continues to grow. The money entering Costa Rica through Latco Company from Malta and Dubai was linked to the operation of the 5Dimes sportsbook. The millions were said to be intended to develop real estate…
Costa Rica News – Costa Rica has invested around $4 million in the purchase of flu shots. In April, the Costa Rican Social Security Fund expects 1.2 million influenza vaccines to be delivered to the country. The vaccines are to be used in the national campaign against influenza. They are purchased from the Revolving Fund of…
Costa Rica News – The Pacific beaches become campsites over Easter week. It seems most families leave the city and most prefer to have a fun filled yet economical vacation like camping right on the beach. Thousands of groups show up at the various beaches ready to enjoy nearly a whole week of sun. Many, if…
Costa Rica Travel News – Sounds too good to be true right? Well I can tell you it’s true BUT only if you are flexible, patient, creative and open to exciting new experiences. I recently went to Costa Rica for 5 days. I know that seems like a SUPER short time to see another country and…
Costa Rica News – In San Jose, it may seem that most people speak English, but it’s not the case nationwide. The National Household Survey of 2013 showed that just 15% of young adults are able to speak or write in English. Since the public schools are teaching English from pre-kindergarten, that figure is alarming. The…