The Poas volcano, one of Costa Rica's most popular tourist attractions, erupted again Wednesday after a sudden eruption ...

Petty theft and pickpocketing are the most common problems U.S. travelers face, but the advisory notes that more serious crimes — including armed robbery, sexual assault and homicide — also occur.

Costa Rica’s tourism growth slowed in 2025, but electric self-drive travel is rapidly expanding, redefining how visitors explore the country. Travelers are bypassing organized tours, boosting rural ...

Tucked into the cliffs of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, this 100% car-free village offers Mediterranean charm, world-class trails, and a "barefoot luxury" pace.

This breathtaking aerial view of Arenal Volcano National Park captures the raw power and beauty of one of Costa Rica’s most ...

A chorreador is a traditional Costa Rican pour-over coffee maker that uses a reusable cotton cloth filter. The centuries-old ...

Kema Ward-Hopper never imagined she'd raise her children in the middle of a jungle. But in 2018, after Hurricane Harvey destroyed her Houston home, a trip to Costa Rica with her husband Nicholas ...

With landscapes ranging from dense jungles to active volcanoes to stunning white sand beaches, Costa Rica is a favorite amongst travelers for its spectacular scenery and laid-back "pura vida" ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kathleen Peddicord covers moving, living, and investing overseas. Costa Rica is perhaps the world’s best-known foreign retirement ...

EXCLUSIVE: Hollywood producer Mark Johnson is known for his two-decade collaboration with AMC, including on the Breaking Bad ...

Costa Rica has received a second group of migrants deported from the United States. This is part of an agreement to support ...

Costa Rica, known for its rich ecosystems and easygoing slogan of the “pure life,” is now besieged by drug killings thanks to its increasing role in the warehousing and shipping of cocaine. The ...