3 d. ago More Canadians Headed to Costa Rica as WestJet Expands Liberia Routes

Canadian airline WestJet is adding new routes for the 2025–26 winter season, including expanded service to Costa Rica. Beginning in December 2025, the airline will offer more direct flights to Liberia, Guanacaste as part of its broader push to grow its winter schedule. For us here in Costa Rica, the standout addition is the first-ever […] The post More Canadians Headed to Costa Rica as WestJet Expands Liberia Routes appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago Eve Air Mobility, Aerosolutions, and Bluenest by Globalvia sign letter of intent for up to 50 eVTOLs and TechCare services

Eve Air Mobility, Aerosolutions, and Bluenest by Globalvia sign letter of intent for up to 50 eVTOLs and TechCare services  Vertical Mag

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6 d. ago Viva Aerobus Connects Monterrey to San José, Costa Rica with New Route

Mexican airline Viva Aerobus is launching a new international route linking Monterrey, Nuevo León, with San José, Costa Rica, starting October 30, 2025. This direct flight offers travelers a convenient and affordable way to hop between these two dynamic cities, marking Viva’s first-ever service to Costa Rica. Flights will run twice weekly. From Monterrey, planes […] The post Viva Aerobus Connects Monterrey to San José, Costa Rica with New Route appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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8 d. ago Costa Rica Moves Forward with Crypto Regulation to Combat Financial Crime

Costa Rica’s Legislative Assembly has advanced a landmark bill targeting the regulation of virtual asset service providers (VASPs), aiming to bolster the nation’s defenses against money laundering, terrorist financing, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The bill, processed under file number 22.837 and first introduced by the administration of former President Carlos Alvarado […] The post Costa Rica Moves Forward with Crypto Regulation to Combat Financial Crime appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Events

1 week ago Eve Signs Agreement with eVTOL Air Taxi Partners in Costa Rica

Eve Signs Agreement with eVTOL Air Taxi Partners in Costa Rica  Aviation International News

Economics

1 week ago Eve Air Mobility Signs Agreement to Develop Advanced Air Mobility Ecosystem in Costa Rica

Eve Air Mobility Signs Agreement to Develop Advanced Air Mobility Ecosystem in Costa Rica  Aviacionline

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1 week ago Costa Rica to Launch Electric Air Taxis for Sustainable Travel in Guanacaste

Costa Rica is poised to revolutionize its transportation landscape with the introduction of electric air taxis, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional ground travel for both tourists and residents. This innovative leap forward comes as a result of a landmark partnership between Eve Air Mobility, Aerosolutions, and Bluenest by Globalvia. The agreement, announced in June, includes […] The post Costa Rica to Launch Electric Air Taxis for Sustainable Travel in Guanacaste appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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1 week ago Vega ayudó México a clasificar a las Semifinales de la Copa Oro

La Copa Oro 2025 continuó con la victoria de México por 2-0 sobre Arabia Saudita en los Cuartos de Final, el sábado en el State Farm Stadium en Glendale, Arizona, Estados Unidos. Ali Majrashi realizó una intercepción clave dentro del área al 15’, cortando un servicio de Roberto Alvarado que ... La entrada Vega ayudó México a clasificar a las Semifinales de la Copa Oro se publicó primero en Yashin Quesada.

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2 w. ago Porter Airlines begins service to Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica

Porter Airlines begins service to Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica  Airline Routes & Ground Services

Politics

2 w. ago Air France increases flights to Costa Rica for the 2025/2026 winter season

Air France increases flights to Costa Rica for the 2025/2026 winter season  Aviacionline

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2 w. ago Porter announces sun service to Mexico, the Caribbean & Costa Rica

Porter announces sun service to Mexico, the Caribbean & Costa Rica  Pax News

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2 w. ago Costa Rican Court Orders Release of Migrants Deported Under Trump Deal

A court on Tuesday ordered Costa Rican authorities to release foreign migrants who had been detained in a shelter after being deported under an agreement between the Trump administration and the government of Rodrigo Chaves, according to a ruling issued on the eve of a visit by the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security. Two hundred […] The post Costa Rican Court Orders Release of Migrants Deported Under Trump Deal appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Economics

2 w. ago The international community must act to protect Nicaraguan opponents in exile in Costa Rica

The international community must act to protect Nicaraguan opponents in exile in Costa Rica  International Service for Human Rights

Politics

2 w. ago International community must protect Nicaraguan opponents exiled in Costa Rica

International community must protect Nicaraguan opponents exiled in Costa Rica  International Service for Human Rights

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2 w. ago ‘One body, one mission’: Costa Rican Evangelical Alliance celebrates 75 years of unity and service

‘One body, one mission’: Costa Rican Evangelical Alliance celebrates 75 years of unity and service  www.christiandaily.com

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2 w. ago Internet Cut in Panama Near Costa Rica Border Amid Bocas del Toro Unrest

Panamanian authorities suspended internet and mobile phone services on Saturday in the Caribbean province of Bocas del Toro, following President José Raúl Mulino’s declaration of a state of emergency after nearly two months of protests against his government, according to official sources. On Friday, Mulino suspended the rights to assembly and free movement in the […] The post Internet Cut in Panama Near Costa Rica Border Amid Bocas del Toro Unrest appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago Volaris Launches New Costa Rica Flights to Miami, Orlando, and Tulum

Volaris Airlines just rolled out three new direct routes from San José, Costa Rica, to Miami and Orlando, Florida, and Tulum, Mexico. These flights, kicking off in July, aim to make travel cheaper and easier, using one of Latin America’s newest fleets. New Routes, Low Fares The flights start July 1 with daily service to […] The post Volaris Launches New Costa Rica Flights to Miami, Orlando, and Tulum appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 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 The Hidden Costs of Living in Costa Rica: Tariffs, Monopolies, and More

‘Tariffs’ is one of the buzzwords of 2025. Defined as taxes imposed by one country on goods imported from another country, tariffs are essentially trade barriers that raise prices and reduce available quantities of goods and services for businesses and consumers. They are also meant to create an economic burden on foreign exporters. This in […] The post The Hidden Costs of Living in Costa Rica: Tariffs, Monopolies, and More appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago México inició la defensa del título con victoria ante una valiente República Dominicana

La Copa Oro de la Concacaf 2025 comenzó con los campeones defensores México logrando una victoria 3-2 sobre los debutantes, la República Dominicana, el sábado en el SoFi Stadium de Inglewood, California. Edson Álvarez abrió el marcador al 44’ con un cabezazo tras un servicio de tiro de esquina de ... La entrada México inició la defensa del título con victoria ante una valiente República Dominicana se publicó primero en Yashin Quesada.

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