The Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR) has announced that, as of August 1, all client accounts in Costa Rica will change to the international bank account format (IBAN). The implementation of this new model changes the length of the…
Yes, you can live cheap in Costa Rica. The cost of living is one of the main considerations when contemplating moving to Costa Rica or any country. Did you know Costa Rica’s Cost of Living is lower than that of the…
Many people need Breast Cancer Support and Education. There are many Professional Services that provide free support for people affected by breast cancer. Their goal is to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer. This information…
November 1st 2018, Costa Rica will be enforcing (Article 33) of Immigration Law (Ley General de Migración y Extranjeria No. 8764). The article states that foreigners will pay $100.00/month for each month of their overstayed visa. This will be retroactive…
Nanotechnology is science, engineering, and technology conducted at the nanoscale, which is about 1 to 100 nanometers. The concept of nanotechnology began with a talk entitled “There’s Plenty of Room at the Bottom” by physicist Richard Feynman on December 29, 1959. Mr.…
Costa Rica is a beautiful tropical country filled with a diverse collection of beautiful animals. Some of those beautiful animals are very deadly and everyone, tourists and locals, should take great care to avoid direct contact with them. Here is…
Be aware of the Costa Rican "Chinche" bug, also known as the "Kissing Bug". These bugs are the cause of 6 - 7 million people, in the world, being infected with the Chagas Disease. The disease, potentially fatal, severely damages…
Why do we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness with a Pink Ribbon? The pink ribbon is an international symbol of Breast Cancer Awareness and the color pink, in general, identifies the wearer or promoter as someone that is offering moral support for women…
The magnificent Scarlet Macaw is a species of bird that is native to the tropical climate of Costa Rica. They have breathtaking beauty, they are intelligent and very social animals with an abundance of personality. The Macaw once inhabited many…
Massages are great for the wellness of everyone. We all have experienced the common difficulties in life such as muscular tension, repetitive injuries and high blood pressure. We can combat these difficulties, making them less common, by incorporating routine messages…