33 h. ago New flights to Costa Rica in the works, says tourism minister

New flights to Costa Rica in the works, says tourism minister  Travelweek

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5 d. ago Costa Rica’s Tourism Recovery at Risk as Currency Fluctuations and Infrastructure Shortfalls Dampen Visitor Experience and Growth Potential

Costa Rica’s Tourism Recovery at Risk as Currency Fluctuations and Infrastructure Shortfalls Dampen Visitor Experience and Growth Potential  Travel And Tour World

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6 d. ago Costa Rica’s Tourism Sector Faces Competitive Challenges Despite Modest Growth

The Costa Rican tourism sector, a key driver of our nation’s economy, is grappling with competitiveness issues even as it sees a slight uptick in visitor numbers. According to the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT), air arrivals in 2025 are projected to range between 2,663,245 and 2,869,809, aligning with planning for international visitors. In April, […] The post Costa Rica’s Tourism Sector Faces Competitive Challenges Despite Modest Growth appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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6 d. ago Parasite Outbreak in Costa Rica’s Howler Monkeys Tied to Tourism and Land Use Changes

Howler monkeys in Costa Rica are facing a growing threat from bot fly larvae infestations, and new research points to tourism and land use changes as key drivers. A study by the Awá Science and Conservation Association, the University of Costa Rica, and the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) found that Cuterebra baeri, a […] The post Parasite Outbreak in Costa Rica’s Howler Monkeys Tied to Tourism and Land Use Changes appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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8 d. ago GSTC Strengthens Latin America Commitment at 9th Sustainable & Social Tourism Summit in Costa Rica

GSTC Strengthens Latin America Commitment at 9th Sustainable & Social Tourism Summit in Costa Rica  Travel And Tour World

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9 d. ago US Unites With Mexico, Belize, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Morocco, Thailand, Germany in Implementing Tourism Tax Aiming to Flight Against Climate Change and Overtourism, What You Need To Know

US Unites With Mexico, Belize, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Morocco, Thailand, Germany in Implementing Tourism Tax Aiming to Flight Against Climate Change and Overtourism, What You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

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1 week ago United Airlines Starts Direct San Francisco to San José, Costa Rica Flights

United Airlines started a new daily nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to San José, (SJO) on May 22, connecting the U.S. West Coast with Costa Rica. The first flight landed at 7:15 a.m., greeted with Costa Rican gifts and a traditional folk dance. Here is the rest of the schedule: Route Departure Arrival Frequency […] The post United Airlines Starts Direct San Francisco to San José, Costa Rica Flights appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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2 w. ago Costa Rica Sees Tourism Rebound in April 2025, Breaking Seven

Costa Rica Sees Tourism Rebound in April 2025, Breaking Seven-Month Decline  The Tico Times

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3 w. ago Costa Rica Boosts Birdwatching Tourism with New Observation Towers

Costa Rica is strengthening its position as a top destination for birdwatching tourism, a vital contributor to its rural economies. Our country boasts over 900 bird species—surpassing the total found across North America—making it a must place to visit for bird watchers worldwide. Today, two new birdwatching towers were inaugurated in the southern region, one […] The post Costa Rica Boosts Birdwatching Tourism with New Observation Towers appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago Costa Rica’s Corcovado Park Fights Plastic Pollution with Volunteer Effort

In the Osa Peninsula, home to 2.5% of the world’s biodiversity and declared by National Geographic as “the most intense place on the planet,” volunteers will fight against pollution. From June 5 to 8, 200 volunteers, supported by the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC), the Puerto Jiménez Chamber of Tourism, local and international organizations, […] The post Costa Rica’s Corcovado Park Fights Plastic Pollution with Volunteer Effort appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago American Airlines Expands Service from Chicago O’Hare to Mexico, the Caribbean, Guatemala, and Costa Rica, Adding More Flights to Popular Warm

American Airlines Expands Service from Chicago O’Hare to Mexico, the Caribbean, Guatemala, and Costa Rica, Adding More Flights to Popular Warm-Weather Destinations  Travel And Tour World

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3 w. ago Expotur 2025: Crime and Rising Costs Challenge Costa Rica’s Tourism

Expotur 2025, Costa Rica’s premier tourism trade show, recently concluded at the Costa Rica Convention Center, showcasing our country’s latest strategies to remain a leader in global tourism. The event, organized by the Costa Rican Association of Tourism Professionals (ACOPROT), brought together over 120 local businesses and buyers from 27 countries, underscoring Costa Rica’s commitment […] The post Expotur 2025: Crime and Rising Costs Challenge Costa Rica’s Tourism appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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4 w. ago Costa Rica’s Economic Growth Slows as Tourism and Agriculture Struggle

Costa Rica’s economic growth rate slowed to 3.9% in the first quarter of 2025, down from 4.6% during the same period last year, according to new figures released by the Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR). The drop is largely attributed to setbacks in two major sectors: agriculture and hospitality. Agricultural production, which had posted […] The post Costa Rica’s Economic Growth Slows as Tourism and Agriculture Struggle appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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