Over time, the Nativity Scene tradition has evolved and adapted within modern Costa Rican society. While some families may opt for more contemporary decorations, the essence of the tradition remains ...

Costa Rican Christmases are quite hot! The heat isn't the thing making Christmas here different. Three or four days before Christmas, families here begin the holiday tradition of making tamales. Costa ...

The Christmas lottery in Costa Rica has its roots in the late 19th century. In 1892, the first El Gordo Navideño lottery draw was held under the helm of President Jose Joaquin Rodriguez. The initial ...

Costa Rican online humour collective nosedecirlaerre.com which translates into "I can´t pronounce the R" has set out a call for participation from Costa Ricans and those familiar with their culture to ...