Costa Rica is a gorgeous destination for adventure seekers, wildlife enthusiasts, and foodies alike, but this town is also ...

The owner of a pescadería invited us to sit down on his bench. “Have a seat!” he exclaimed. “Drink a beer! Relax!” The bench was made of metal, and it was hard on the thighs, but on a hot and humid ...

In most towns in Costa Rica, sunset means the businesses downtown close for the day. Not in Jacó. Jacó needs a moniker. I propose “The Biggest Little City in Costa Rica.” Really. Jacó’s population is ...

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From the Curators. Today, more than 64% of Costa Rica's population is classified as urban; this is well above the world average (50%), but below that of Latin America (80%), the most urbanized region ...