What began as a routine investigation of suspicious activity in a condominium in Escazu on Wednesday, culminated in the seizure by the Fuerza Publica of almost two tons of cocaine, $1.5 million dollars, and c235 million colones. The condo is located in the Trejos Montealegre area of San Rafael de Escazu. Three people were detained in connection with the drug bust: two Colombian males, and a Costa ...

Gap store returned to Costa Rica and opened doors this weekend in Avenida Escazú shopping center. The international franchise had operated two stores in Costa Rica in the past, one in Multiplaza Escazú and another one in Lincoln Plaza, however, these closed doors in 2016 after three years in the country. Now they come back strong, with an aggressive expansion plan, from the hand of Central A...

Walter Espinoza, Director of the Judiciary Investigative Police (OIJ), had a press conference Tuesday, December 4, 2018, where he stated that “everything so far leads us to believe that the body found in Escazú corresponds to Carla Stefaniak”, however, he was very careful to insist that scientific confirmation is still pending. According to Espinoza, the body that was found near Villa Le Mas, S...

The body of a woman was found buried in San Antonio, Escazu, on the same property "Villa Le Mas" where Venezuelan/American tourist Carla Stefaniak, who went missing last week, was staying. The Costa Rica Judiciary Police (OIJ) conducted a search Monday, December 3rd, in the room where the 36 year old Venezuelan, d who resides legally in Florida, USA, was last seen along with the surrounding are...

The holiday season is here and Avenida Escazu shopping center welcomes the month of December with the Wine Fest – Christmas Edition, scheduled to take place December 8 and 9, an ideal event for all wine lovers. In addition to the best wines, beer and gin-tonics the event will offer concerts, Christmas shows, delicious gastronomy and Christmas workshops. Tickets to attend can be purchased onl...

The National Power and Light Company (CNFL) inaugurated the first fast charge station for electric vehicles in Costa Rica. This new station, located in the facilities of the CNFL in Escazu, is actually the first fast charge station in the Central American region, and it has the capacity to charge the battery of an electric vehicle up to an 80% in 30 minutes. According to the CNFL this is ju...

The Sheraton Hotel in Escazu begins their Food and Entertainment  "Sunday Party" this Sunday September 2. "Sunday Party" combines gastronomy and music which will take place every Sunday for the month of September beginning at noon and finishing at 4 p.m. There will be Five food stations which will include everything, from traditional breakfast dishes such as croissants to exotic fresh option...

The XII edition of Valoarte will be held August 9th through August 31st in the fourth floor of the Texas Tech University building in Avenida Escazu, San Jose, Costa Rica. The Valoarte Project is an art exhibit and art sale with the purpose of benefiting youth in social risk through the Hogar SIembra foundation. This year’s exhibit will showcase the work of Mexican artist Rufino Tamayo (1899...

*News in development* At approximately 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 24th a tragic accident occurred on Route 27 (San Jose-Santa Ana) in Alto de las Palomas close to the Villareal residential community. Preliminary reports indicate that two people lost their lives and two others were transferred to the hospital in critical condition. Three cars were apparently involved in the accident, one of ...

The hotel brand ‘AC’ was founded by renowned hotelier Antonio Catalan (‘AC’) in 1998, and following his vision he developed one of the most well respected hotel brands in Spain. In 2011 Marriott International and AC Hotels formed a joint venture and launched AC Hotels by Marriott globally. The first AC Hotel by Marriot in Costa Rica will open doors in Escazú come September this year, the hotel ...

Saturday is here and the weather is beautiful in Costa Rica, if you are looking for something to do to get you out of the house on this day there are two gastronomy festivals you’ll want to check out Taste: The Taste “pop-up” gastronomy festival combines food, drinks and music. The event will take place in the parking lot of the Real Intercontinental Hotel in Escazu today, Saturday, April 21, s...

Kololo Ramen – Korean Casual Dining, opened its doors in Plaza Tempo, Escazu, Costa Rica after an investment of close to $200,000.00. This new option offers a variety of the famous noodle soup with delicious broth and a combination of different ingredients, but the menu also has plenty of other dishes, including gluten free alternatives and vegetarian options. Jjajang Myeon (noodle dish with th...

Pole dance combines dance and acrobatics, it requires a lot of strength, coordination, flexibility and ability and besides being very sexy it is also a great exercise. The times when pole dancing was considered vulgar are behind us, and now pole dancing has gained a lot of popularity as a form of fitness, an exercise that will not only help build your muscles and stay fit, but will also do wond...

On November 16, 2014, Gregory David Fischer, the 40-year old boyfriend of Ann Patton Bender, was found dead in his bed in Escazu, Costa Rica. According to his brother, Brian Fischer, “He was found lying peacefully in his bed with his puppy at his side.” Authorities have ruled out foul play in his untimely death. A heart or asthma attack is the suspected cause of death, according to authorities....