The mamón chino or rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum L.) harvest has been in full swing this year in Costa Rica, and it’s another chance for tropical gardeners to stock up on new seeds for planting. This ...

Take a scenic road trip on Route 34 in Costa Rica's Pacific Coast. Discover the highlights of this beautiful journey through popular tourist destinations.

Known as one of the more popular fruits in Southeast Asia, the rambutan is widely cultivated in many other places including Africa, the Caribbean Islands, Costa Rica, Honduras, Panama, India, the ...

Costa Rica is more expensive than you might think—especially in touristy, expat-friendly areas. Rents in popular beach towns can rival small cities in the States, especially during high season.

The fruit is also widely cultivated in many other places including Africa, the Caribbean Islands, Costa Rica, Honduras, Panama, India, the Philippines and Sri Lanka, while Thailand remains its ...