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Dollar Exchange Rate Near ₡458 as Rainy Season Begins in Costa Rica

Costa Rica entered the first days of May with the dollar still hovering near historic lows, keeping pressure on tourists, foreign residents and retirees who depend on U.S. currency for day-to-day spending. The Central Bank’s reference exchange rate stood at ₡451.37 for buying and ₡457.78 for selling as of yesterday leaving the dollar near ₡458 as our country moves into the early stretch of rainy season. For those paid in dollars, the math is simple. A $1,000 exchange at the Central Bank’s buy reference rate now equals about ₡451,370. At ₡500, that same amount would produce ₡500,000. That difference of nearly ₡49,000 can cover several meals, a domestic bus trip, groceries, or part of a hotel night outside the capital. The strong colón has been one of Costa Rica’s most visible economic stories of the past year. The exchange rate has fallen sharply from early 2026 levels, with the dollar dropping from around ₡497 in January to about ₡455 in late April, despite Central Bank purcha...
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Costa Rican Angler Erika Sandi Makes History at the Offshore World Championship

Erika Sandi put Costa Rica in the spotlight after an outstanding performance at the Offshore World Championship, where she secured both the Top Lady Angler and overall Top Angler titles. Sandi competed against elite teams from all over the world and recorded an impressive 28 sailfish releases. The Offshore World Championship brings together winners of qualifying tournaments from multiple countries, making it a pinnacle event in the sport. The 2026 edition returned to Quepos, where participants departed from multiple marinas along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, with official weigh-ins and tournament festivities centered at Marina Pez Vela. From there, fleets headed into waters renowned for their abundance of Pacific sailfish, as well as blue, black, and striped marlin, offering what many consider a world-class fishing experience. The award was presented by Dr. Marina Marrari of FECOP and the Women’s Nautical School, the event’s charity partner. Organizers and partners highlighted ...
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Guanacaste Volcano Now Most Active in Costa Rica

Rincón de la Vieja has overtaken Turrialba and Poás as Costa Rica’s most active volcano, vulcanologists at the National University said this week, after three eruptions in 10 days culminated in the most energetic event recorded at the Guanacaste massif so far this year. The 1,916-meter volcano erupted at 3:03 a.m. last Monday, April 27, in a moderate event that the Volcanological and Seismological Observatory of Costa Rica ( OVSICORI-UNA ) described as the strongest at the site since January. Seismic and acoustic instruments registered the eruption, but darkness prevented monitoring cameras from measuring the height of the plume. No lahars, the volcanic mudflows that pose the greatest risk to surrounding communities, were generated. “The conduct of the volcano changed in recent weeks,” OVSICORI vulcanologist Geoffroy Avard told local media, describing a return to a more eruptive phase after a quieter stretch earlier in 2026. Several low-intensity eruptions are...
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MacEwan University Faculty & Postdoc Positions | Apply Now

Last Updated on May 2, 2026 by admin Explore MacEwan University Faculty & Postdoc Positions . Find tenure-track faculty jobs, sessional instructor roles, and research opportunities in Alberta . Are you looking for an academic career where teaching excellence meets scholarly innovation? MacEwan University , located in the heart of downtown Edmonton, offers a variety of faculty and research positions for 2026. Furthermore , MacEwan is celebrated for its student-focused approach and its commitment to creating a diverse, welcoming community for all scholars. Because the university focuses on exceptional undergraduate learning, faculty members here have the unique opportunity to mentor the next generation of leaders directly. In addition to teaching, the university provides a supportive environment for research and creative activity. Consequently , MacEwan is a top choice for academics who value community engagement and professional growth in a vibrant urban setting. Ma...
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Avianca Offers Free Return Flights to Stranded Spirit Airlines Passengers

Avianca will fly stranded Spirit Airlines passengers home at no fare cost, the Colombian flag carrier announced today, becoming the first Latin American airline to extend a formal rescue plan after Spirit abruptly shut down operations earlier in the day. The offer waives the airfare itself but requires passengers to cover taxes, airport fees, and other mandatory charges. It applies only to travelers who already flew the outbound leg of their Spirit itinerary and hold a return ticket to their original destination, with reaccommodation handled on a space-available basis on Avianca’s existing network. The plan covers travel dates between May 2 and May 16 and is subject to ticket verification by Avianca. Affected passengers must go directly to the airport on the day of their scheduled flight, or up to one day in advance, to be rebooked. Rebookings will be handled in order of arrival at Avianca counters. No advance reservations are available through call centers or online ch...
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Costa Rica Fertility Rate Hits 1.2 as Families Get Smaller and Older

Costa Rica is undergoing a demographic transformation that will leave a lasting mark on the country. Families are smaller, parents are starting later in life, and a growing share of households no longer include children at all. The shifts, captured in recent data from the National Institute of Statistics and Censuses ( INEC ), are reshaping the structure of the Costa Rican home and raising pointed questions about the country’s social and economic future. In 2025, Costa Rica recorded a fertility rate of just 1.2 children per woman, a figure that stands in stark contrast to the six children per woman documented decades ago. The drop is not an isolated statistic. It is part of a broader transformation in how Costa Ricans are forming households, and the numbers make the trend impossible to ignore. Of the roughly 1.8 million households in the country, 14 percent — nearly 270,000 homes — are made up of couples without children. The profile of these households, however, is far f...
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Costa Rica Hilton-Affiliated Hotels Warn Customers About Reservation Scam

Three Hilton-affiliated hotels in San José are warning customers about a fraud scheme in which scammers are posing as hotel employees to sell event services and request payments through unofficial channels. The situation has been reported at the Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton in downtown San José, the Hilton Garden Inn San José La Sabana, and the Hilton San José La Sabana, all properties administered by CLS Hospitality Group. The company said the scheme involves people pretending to work for the hotels and contacting potential clients interested in organizing weddings, quinceañeras, and corporate events. The scammers are allegedly presenting themselves as sales executives in order to arrange fraudulent reservations and collect money outside the hotels’ official payment systems. The company said it is following up on the case to prevent additional incidents and protect both clients and the tourism sector. The warning is especially pertinent for people pla...
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