Costa Rica: The Country with More Cars Than Babies Per Year

Q COSTARICA — It’s a statistic that stops you in your tracks: in Costa Rica, more cars are registered each year than babies born. For a country famous for its lush rainforests, vibrant culture, and “Pura Vida” way of life, this unexpected fact...

The Art Scene 11.06.25

Ivan Girona's painting "Nacimiento Isla Musa (Birth of Musa Island)" is on view at the Tripoli Gallery in Wainscott. Sandell and Solow at Ashawagh "A Field Guide to Florence," an exhibition of work by Scott Sandell and Peter Solow, will open...

The must-visit holiday spot for 2026 pairs scenic coastlines and historical towns - flights for £40

With 2026 just around the corner, it might be time to start planning for next year's holiday. And Montenegro could be one of the best options, according to new insights from Virtuoso's 2026 Luxe Report. The research found the trending holiday...

Costa Rica National Parks Face Threats from Tourism and Budget Cuts

Costa Rica’s national parks and protected areas face growing threats from budget shortfalls, surging visitor numbers, and climate shifts, according to a recent report from the Universidad Estatal a Distancia (UNED). The study highlights how these...

Best neighborhoods in San José, Costa Rica

San José has certainly grown since it became the capital of Costa Rica in 1823. Known as “Chepe” by locals, the city boasts world-class museums, creative cuisine, avant-garde art and culture. Each neighborhood – or barrio – remains small and...

Biology meets language immersion: The new Tufts in Costa Rica summer program

With the form for the intent to study abroad during the academic year due Saturday, many Tufts students are considering how studying abroad can fit into their busy schedules. For some, summer programs offer the best fit so they can complete their...

Speeding remains the leading cause of road deaths in Costa Rica

Q COSTARICA — No surprise here. Speeding remains the deadliest factor on Costa Rican roads. Between 2022 and September 2025, it has claimed 732 lives: 192 in 2022, 204 in 2023, 175 in 2024, and 161 so far this year, according to official records....

Costa Rica Arrests Three in Murder of European Couple in Quepos

Authorities in Costa Rica arrested three people on Wednesday in connection with the killing of a European couple whose bodies turned up buried on their property in Quepos last month. The suspects, two Costa Rican men and a Colombian woman, face...

Murder of a European Couple in Quepos Costa Rica: 3 Arrests

Authorities in Costa Rica arrested three people on Wednesday in connection with the killing of a European couple whose bodies turned up buried on their property in Quepos last month. The suspects, two Costa Rican men and a Colombian woman, face...

5 of the most thrilling volcano adventures in Central America

Once considered a gateway to hell, the Central America Volcanic Arc is now a playground for adrenaline junkies and volcano enthusiasts from around the world. Advertisement The mix of dormant and occasionally active volcanoes that make up the spine...

Erdogan’s Turkey seen as safe haven for fugitives, US federal case signals

Abdullah Bozkurt/Stockholm In an ongoing US federal case involving a Turkish national accused of defrauding the American government of more than than half a billion dollars, prosecutors have warned that Turkey would likely refuse to extradite him...

7 Peaceful Towns Around The World Perfect For Slow Living

Modern life moves faster than ever before. City streets buzz with constant noise, smartphones demand attention every second, and the pressure to be productive never stops. Yet somewhere across this planet, places exist where time seems to slow...

Costa Rica Welcomes Ed Sheeran Back for Loop Tour Show

British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran will wrap up the Latin American leg of his Loop Tour with a performance in Costa Rica on May 30, 2026. The show takes place at the Estadio Nacional in San Jose, marking his return to the country after a decade....

Forget overpriced Center Parcs! This is the expert pick of the best family holidays - take your kids to these hotels and you'll make memories they'll cherish for ever

Finding a hotel catering to both parents and children alike doesn’t have to mean compromising on style or comfort. Gone are the days of plastic pools, tatty rooms and lukewarm buffets. A new generation of family-­friendly hotels around the world...

Lifestyle operator Ennismore announces new Delano properties after partnership with Cain International

Job opportunities University of Warwick £31,236 - £34,610pa + excellent pension + benefits location: Coventry, UK, United Kingdom Formby Pool Trust up to £33,000pa + pension + benefits location: Formby, Liverpool, United Kingdom Lifestyle operator...

Whale Watching Season in Costa Rica: A Marine Spectacle Like No Other

Costa Rica, known for its lush rainforests and rich biodiversity, offers a breathtaking marine experience that draws nature enthusiasts from around the world: whale watching. With two coastlines—the Pacific and the Caribbean—this small but...

Delta and Starbucks brew a coffee-fueled escape to Costa Rica

Delta SkyMiles members with a taste for coffee have something to look forward to: The In-Air Coffeehouse by Delta and Starbucks, creating a coffeehouse atmosphere at 30,000 feet. It’s part of Delta’s new program, Group Drop, on SkyMiles...

We published explosive stories about the president of El Salvador. Now we can’t go home

We figured we would spend only a few days out of the country. We figured that within a week of publishing, some other matter would distract the Salvadoran government. We would weigh the risks of returning and would then go back. We left with...

World Cup 2026 kits: Our favourites of Adidas' home jerseys, from Mexico to Germany to Argentina

It’s one of the moments when you realise the World Cup is coming up faster than you think: when the first kits are unveiled. Adidas has launched its ‘home’ jerseys for the 2026 tournament, and there is a lot to digest. Not only all 22 shirts, but...

Canada has issued travel advisories for 8 hotspots — including an 'avoid all travel' warning

Thinking about escaping the cold this fall or winter? Before booking that beachside getaway, it's worth checking Canada's latest travel advisories. Travel warnings have recently been issued for eight popular sunny destinations that many Canadians...