Recycled Clothes on Display at Tamarindo next Month. Tamarindo, the popular beach side town that is reversing negative press by cleaning up its act, will be the center of attention once again with the inauguration of an event never seen before in this country. An avant-gaurd fashion show, presented by Trashion Fashion, a new line inspired [...]

Filed under: Social on August 22nd, 2008 | No Comments »

El Camino, Which Looks at Costa Rica Immigration, Has Gained International Acclaim. Costa Rica is known for many things -- a peaceful government, incredible environmental offerings, friendly people -- but not for its film. This small, Central American country, though full of creative and gifted artists, does not have the industry and fan base of its [...]

Filed under: Social on July 24th, 2008 | No Comments »

Photos by Costa Rican Arauz Show a Cultural Redefinition of this Indigenous Population. As was brought to light by Costa Rican photographer Ileana Arauz in her photography thesis project at the University Veritas, the Guaymi indigenous population is going through a period of cultural transition. Arauz, who traveled to the southern region of the country to [...]

Filed under: Social on July 22nd, 2008 | 2 Comments »

Surfer Pilurzu Motivates High School Students to Stay in School. During his ever-diminishing free time, Costa Rica surfer Federico Pilurzu has found the time to woo communities near his hometown in the canton of Santa Cruz, Guanacaste. Pilurzu, who has positioned himself as the main figure in Costa Rica surfing, is currently the only surfer from [...]

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Fireworks and Celebrations Cross Borders for the 4th of July. If you are living in Costa Rica, don't let the lack of parades, barbecue sales and red, white, and blue streamers deter you from a good, old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration. For many, these yearly picnics and parties are favorite childhood memories, punctuated by spectacular [...]

Filed under: Social on July 2nd, 2008 | No Comments »

San Jose's Old Customs Building is Now Outfitted for Cultural Events and Displays. In recent weeks, the Antigua Aduana has hosted several fairs, including the very successful environmental fair and the upcoming X Feria del Libro (10th Book Fair), beginning June 21. With a central location, impressive interior, and good safety conditions, it's clear that this [...]

Filed under: Social on June 16th, 2008 | No Comments »

The art exhibit explores national ties and identity. Barrio Amón is known for its old-world architecture, downtown charm, and plethora of art galleries that dot its streets. In fact, this small neighborhood is likely one of San José's most cultured, offering a bit of everything in a small, convenient-to-downtown package.

Filed under: Social on June 4th, 2008 | No Comments »

Britney Spears to Visit Costa Rica this Weekend with Mel Gibson. Britney Spears, accompanied by her father Jamie Spears, left in a flight for Costa Rica at 9am this morning to visit the 400-acre property owned by Mel Gibson in Guanacaste. Gibson and Spears were spotted together in March at the Romanov Russian Restaurant and Lounge [...]

Filed under: Social on May 15th, 2008 | No Comments »

Bill Gates met with President Arias in 2007 regarding tech support for Costa Rica. Anyone who lives in or has visited Costa Rica's sunny shores knows what makes many of its first-time visitors into repeats: beautiful beaches, impossibly green rain forests, ecologically diverse cloud forests, and one of the world's most active volcanoes, complete with natural [...]

Filed under: Social on April 11th, 2008 | No Comments »

The Festival Imperial 2008 will return to Costa Rica this April 19th and 20th after its 2007 hiatus, featuring music by 80s band Duran Duran and 90s alternative rock group Incubus. This year’s Festival is themed “La musica nos une” or “Music unites us”, and will take place at the Autodromo La Guacima in Alajuela. Costa [...]

Filed under: Social on February 11th, 2008 | 2 Comments »