“Tico Time” is a cultural phenomenon that exists in almost every place in Costa Rica; whether it be a small rural town in the mountains, a laid-back beach paradise, or the metropolitan city of San Jose. “Ticos” (Costa Rican people) are generally happy people with an easygoing approach to life. The pace here is [...]

Your vacation to Costa Rica, won’t be complete without trying the typical dish, “Gallo Pinto.” This unique breakfast is severed everywhere throughout Costa Rica, and even in parts of neighboring, Nicaragua. Gallo pinto is essentially rice and beans with some added spices. I know you are probably thinking, “Rice and beans… for breakfast??” Trust me, [...]

  She has an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in Pollock, a Tony Award for her role as Best Actress in a Play for God of Carnage and she was nominated for an Emmy for a guest role on Law and Order SVU. Now she can add a wonderful stay at Casa de Frutas in Tulemar to [...]

Maria José Soto has been crowned Costa Rica’s spelling champion today, beating 22 other finalists. She’ll travel to Mexico to represent Costa Rica in the Concurso Hispanoaméricano de Ortografía in December. Maria told La Nacion, “I’m so excited! I never imagined that all I love to read would lead to something so wonderful and allow me to [...]