Your Guide to Costa Rica

Farmers Market Prices in Costa Rica (April 2026): Your Complete GAM Guide

April 22, 2026  |  By Patricia Villa-Roel

Real verified opening and closing prices at the Ferias del Agricultor across the GAM — plus dairy, eggs and meat prices at Walmart, Mas x Menos, Auto Mercado, PriceSmart and key butcher shops. Feria Verde organic market included.

Renting in West San José (2026): Real Prices for Every Neighborhood

April 18, 2026  |  By Patricia Villa-Roel

Verified rental data for houses and apartments across every major neighborhood of the West Zone — from La Sabana and Rohrmoser to Escazú, Santa Ana, Lindora, Pozos and more.

The Great Migration: Why Americans Are Choosing Costa Rica in 2026

April 14, 2026  |  By Patricia Villa-Roel

Real data and verified sources on why a record number of Americans are leaving the US and settling in Costa Rica. Visas, cost of living, healthcare, safety and real testimonials.

Cost of Living in Costa Rica 2026

April 7, 2026  |  By Patricia Villa-Roel

The most complete guide for expats: housing, utilities, internet, food, healthcare, education and entertainment — with real reference figures and monthly budget estimates for singles, couples and families.

ALERT Spirit Airlines — All Flights Cancelled, Effective May 2, 2026

Spirit permanently shut down all operations. SJO–Orlando (daily) and SJO–Fort Lauderdale (3x/week) are gone. Refunds go automatically to your card; agency bookings must contact their agency. Expect higher fares on Florida routes due to reduced competition.

NEW Porter Airlines — Toronto to San José, 4x/week (Dec 2, 2026 – Apr 30, 2027)

New seasonal nonstop YYZ–SJO. 4th direct option from Toronto alongside Air Canada, WestJet and Copa. Embraer E195-E2, no middle seats, free Wi-Fi and complimentary drinks. Canada is CR's #2 tourism market — Canadian arrivals up 27.5% in Q1 2026.

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