7 h. ago Costa Rica Launches Free Digital Guides to Boost Local Tourism

Costa Rica’s tourism board is making it easier for locals to explore the country during the mid-year school vacation. The Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) has launched a series of free digital travel guides through its “Vamos a Turistear” campaign. The collection includes 12 regional guides and 13 mini-guides, all available for free download online. […] The post Costa Rica Launches Free Digital Guides to Boost Local Tourism appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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9 d. ago Costa Rica’s Green Hotels Lead The Way In Global Sustainable Tourism, Offering Guests An Unmatched Blend Of Luxury And Environmental Stewardship

Costa Rica’s Green Hotels Lead The Way In Global Sustainable Tourism, Offering Guests An Unmatched Blend Of Luxury And Environmental Stewardship  Travel And Tour World

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1 week ago The Marianas Joins Global Trend: MVA Urges Tree Planting To Boost Sustainable Tourism To Join Countries Like Costa Rica, New Zealand, and Iceland

The Marianas Joins Global Trend: MVA Urges Tree Planting To Boost Sustainable Tourism To Join Countries Like Costa Rica, New Zealand, and Iceland  Travel And Tour World

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1 week ago Sustainable Tourism In Costa Rica Inspires A New Wave Of Travel To Central America

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2 w. ago Have Mosquito Transmitted Diseases Hindered Costa Rica Tourism in 2025

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2 w. ago Bahía Papagayo Project Clears Hurdle as Court Rejects Environmental Appeal

A $925 million tourism development in Guanacaste is pushing forward after Costa Rica’s Constitutional Court dismissed an appeal challenging its environmental approval. The Bahía Papagayo project, set to bring hotels and jobs to Playa Panamá, has sparked debate over balancing economic growth with environmental protection. Court Rejects Appeal Activist Gad Amit Kaufman, representing the Asociación […] The post Bahía Papagayo Project Clears Hurdle as Court Rejects Environmental Appeal appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago Costa Rica’s Tourism Minister Denies Crisis Despite Falling Visitor Numbers

Costa Rica’s Tourism Minister, William Rodríguez, is pushing back against claims that the country’s tourism sector is in trouble. Speaking to the Legislative Assembly’s Tourism Commission, Rodríguez said, “We’re dealing with a challenge, not a crisis.” But business owners and industry leaders aren’t buying it, warning that declining visitor numbers and rising costs are hitting […] The post Costa Rica’s Tourism Minister Denies Crisis Despite Falling Visitor Numbers appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago Costa Rica Tourism Slips Again in May 2025: U.S. and European Visitors Drop

Tourist arrivals to Costa Rica took another hit in May 2025, raising red flags for the country’s vital tourism industry. Data from the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) shows a 4.7% drop in air arrivals compared to May 2024, with total arrivals across all entry routes down by 5%. This marks a continuation of a […] The post Costa Rica Tourism Slips Again in May 2025: U.S. and European Visitors Drop appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago Costa Rica’s Tourism Industry Continues to Flourish with Focus on Safety, Unique Experiences, and Navigating Currency Strength

Costa Rica’s Tourism Industry Continues to Flourish with Focus on Safety, Unique Experiences, and Navigating Currency Strength  Travel And Tour World

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3 w. ago Costa Rica’s Tourism Minister Dismisses Crime and Currency Concerns

Tourism Minister William Rodríguez López addressed growing concerns about crime and the strengthening colón’s impact on Costa Rica’s tourism industry, asserting that these issues are not scaring off international visitors. Speaking at a June 16, 2025, press conference, Rodríguez cited data from the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) to counter fears raised by business owners […] The post Costa Rica’s Tourism Minister Dismisses Crime and Currency Concerns appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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Thailand, India, Indonesia, Sweden, Norway, Costa Rica, Peru, Kenya, South Africa, United States, Canada Tourism: Embracing a Revolutionary Shift Toward Sustainable, Impactful, and Responsible Travel  Travel And Tour World

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