Costa Rica

Costa Rica

Switzerland of Central America

The number of years since army was abolished in Costa Rica.

2,925,128

The number of foreign visitors who visited Costa Rica pre-pandemic.

27.44

The percentage of protected land in Costa Rica.

Costa Rica Stories, Information, and Opinion

Guanacaste Airport in Costa Rica Broke Multiple Passenger Records in 2023

by CA Staff
January 5, 2024
Costa Rica, News, Travel

Guanacaste Airport, Costa Rica continued breaking visitor records and growing in 2023 as more passengers than ever arrived.

Looking at the AirBnB Effect in Costa Rica

by James Dyde
December 6, 2023
Costa Rica, Real Estate, Travel

A look at the “AirBnB effect” in Costa Rica and how this worldwide phenomenon is altering the rental/housing landscape in beach and tourist communities.

What Are the Top Things to Do in Costa Rica for Tourists?

by James Dyde
November 1, 2023
Costa Rica, Travel

Taking look at the top things to do in Costa Rica that attract travelers and tourists to the land of pura vida.

SouthWest Airlines to Increase Flights to Costa Rica in 2024

by CA Staff
October 27, 2023
Costa Rica, News, Travel

SouthWest Airlines announces new routes and increased flights to Costa Rica starting in the summer of 2024.

Exploring the Landscape of Education in Costa Rica

A look at education in Costa Rica from pre-school to university.

Can You Bring Delta-8 to Costa Rica or Belize?

by CA Staff
October 4, 2023
Belize, Costa Rica, Legal, Wellness

We discuss the legality of Delta-8 in Costa Rica and Belize – two countries that have decriminalized most marijuana usage.

Is San Jose Safe? The Best and Worst Neighborhoods of Costa Rica’s Capital

by James Dyde
December 11, 2023
Costa Rica, Opinion, Safety

Is San Jose, Costa Rica safe for potential expats? Check out our guide to the parts of San Jose to consider moving to and the parts that are best to avoid.