Costa Rica’s Record-Strong Colón: What It Means for Expat Budgets
The Costa Rica colon closed at a record 446.93 per US dollar on 16 September 2026, the strongest level since...
September 17, 2026Section
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Why Costa Rica’s Record-Strong Colon Is Squeezing Its Tourism Boom
Costa Rica's colon hit 446.93 per dollar on 16 September, its strongest since 2007, squeezing hotels that earn dollars. Arrivals...
September 17, 2026
EducationUSA Fair in San Jose, Costa Rica on September 29: Free University Fair for Studying in the US
EducationUSA fair Costa Rica takes place September 29, 2026, 4 to 7 p.m., at the Centro Cultural Costarricense Norteamericano in...
September 16, 2026
Costa Rica Hosts Curaçao In Key Concacaf Nations League Clash
Costa Rica hosts Curaçao on September 24 to open Nations League play, at Estadio Ricardo Saprissa instead of the booked-up...
September 15, 2026
Arajet Costa Rica: No Flights to Santo Domingo Since 8 August, and None Until 3 November 2026
Arajet last flew San Jose to Santo Domingo on 8 August 2026 and lists 3 November as its return. What...
September 13, 2026
Safety in Costa Rica 2026: What the Numbers Say and What Foreigners Actually Face
Killings in Costa Rica are below last year, but August was the worst month of 2026. The risks foreigners meet...
September 13, 2026
Costa Rica Ordered to Fix Roundabouts Built Too Small for Its Own Trucks
Costa Rica’s comptroller ordered CONAVI to fix seven Route 32 roundabouts designed for 16.8-metre trucks on a corridor carrying 22.4-metre...
September 12, 2026
Costa Rica’s Lantern Parade Is Monday Night, and Independence Day Closes Things on Tuesday
The desfile de faroles runs from about 6pm on Monday 14 September. Tuesday the 15th is the national holiday. Monday...
September 12, 2026
Western Union Is Winding Down Its Costa Rica Operations Centre Over Twelve Months
The company has not disclosed how many jobs are affected. Some work moves to Guatemala and most of the transition...
September 12, 2026