28 h. ago Costa Rica’s Punta Leona Resort at Center of Beach Access Controversy

Punta Leona Beach Club & Nature Resort and the mayor of Garabito, Francisco González, are locked in a dispute over public access to Playa Blanca and Playa Mantas, as well as the legality of several constructions on the site. The mayor released a video during an inspection this Wednesday, in which he indicated there is […] The post Costa Rica’s Punta Leona Resort at Center of Beach Access Controversy appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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60 h. ago Costa Rica’s Congress Expands Organized Crime Probe, Summons Ex

Costa Rica’s Legislative Assembly is intensifying its investigation into alleged links between public officials and organized crime. Earlier today, the Special Permanent Commission on Security and Drug Trafficking voted unanimously to summon former presidents Laura Chinchilla (2010–2014) and Luis Guillermo Solís (2014–2018) to testify before Congress regarding their potential connections to Celso Gamboa, a former […] The post Costa Rica’s Congress Expands Organized Crime Probe, Summons Ex-Presidents appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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4 d. ago Pursuit Attractions Buys Tabacon Thermal Resort, Spa in Costa Rica

Pursuit Attractions Buys Tabacon Thermal Resort, Spa in Costa Rica  MarketScreener

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4 d. ago Pursuit acquires Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa in Costa Rica, terms undisclosed

Pursuit acquires Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa in Costa Rica, terms undisclosed  TipRanks

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4 d. ago Pursuit Expands Global Portfolio with Acquisition of Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa in Costa Rica

Pursuit Expands Global Portfolio with Acquisition of Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa in Costa Rica  Financial Times

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4 d. ago Costa Rican Luxury Resort Near Waterfalls, Hot Springs Sells for $111 Million

Costa Rican Luxury Resort Near Waterfalls, Hot Springs Sells for $111 Million  Bloomberg.com

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7 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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8 d. ago Costa Rica Maintains Economic Stability Amid Global Tensions

Costa Rica is holding steady economically despite global tensions sparked by conflicts involving Israel, the United States, and Iran, according to Federico Quesada Chaves, director of the School of Management Sciences at Universidad Estatal a Distancia (UNED). Strong international reserves and prudent monetary policies are key to this resilience, keeping exchange rates and inflation in […] The post Costa Rica Maintains Economic Stability Amid Global Tensions appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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9 d. 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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9 d. ago This Nicaraguan beach expands 300 feet twice daily while Costa Rica’s stay crowded

This Nicaraguan beach expands 300 feet twice daily while Costa Rica’s stay crowded  Journée Mondiale

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9 d. ago Costa Rica Joins U.S. Global Entry, Easing Travel for Tourists

Costa Rica took a big step forward, by officially joining the U.S. Global Entry program, a move set to make travel smoother for Costa Ricans and Americans alike. U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem sealed the deal during a visit to San José’s Presidential House, signing an agreement alongside Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves. The […] The post Costa Rica Joins U.S. Global Entry, Easing Travel for Tourists appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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1 week ago Exclusive Resorts Expands into Branded Residential with Costa Rica Launch

Exclusive Resorts Expands into Branded Residential with Costa Rica Launch  Business Wire

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1 week ago Porter Airlines Expands Its Winter Travel Network To Include Exciting New Routes To Mexico, The Caribbean, And Costa Rica, Bringing More Vacation Options To Travelers

Porter Airlines Expands Its Winter Travel Network To Include Exciting New Routes To Mexico, The Caribbean, And Costa Rica, Bringing More Vacation Options To Travelers  Travel And Tour World

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2 w. ago St. Regis Papagayo: Marriott’s Luxury Resort Set To Redefine Costa Rica’s Hospitality Scene with Exclusive Residences, Dining, and Stunning Ocean Views in 2027

St. Regis Papagayo: Marriott’s Luxury Resort Set To Redefine Costa Rica’s Hospitality Scene with Exclusive Residences, Dining, and Stunning Ocean Views in 2027  Travel And Tour World

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2 w. ago Costa Rica Soars As KLM Expands European Access With New Flight Frequencies

Costa Rica Soars As KLM Expands European Access With New Flight Frequencies  Travel And Tour World

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3 w. ago Costa Rica Continues Investigation into Miller Gardner’s Death

Costa Rican authorities are still investigating the tragic death of Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, nearly three months after the incident at a resort in Manuel Antonio, Quepos. The Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) and the Quepos and Parrita Prosecutor’s Office are examining whether Miller’s death on March […] The post Costa Rica Continues Investigation into Miller Gardner’s Death appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago Costa Rica pushes global ocean protections and deep sea mining moratorium

Costa Rica pushes global ocean protections and deep sea mining moratorium  ehn.org

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3 w. ago Costa Rica’s UN Ocean Conference Role Slammed as Hypocritical

Costa Rica’s high-profile role in the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France, has triggered fierce criticism from lawmakers and environmentalists, who accuse President Rodrigo Chaves’ administration of hypocrisy. The June event, co-hosted by Costa Rica and France, aimed to advance global ocean conservation, but critics argue the government is using the platform […] The post Costa Rica’s UN Ocean Conference Role Slammed as Hypocritical appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 w. ago India Outpacing with Costa Rica, Thailand, Indonesia, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Croatia as Global Destination for Digital Detox and Self

India Outpacing with Costa Rica, Thailand, Indonesia, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Croatia as Global Destination for Digital Detox and Self-Reconnection as Travelers Seek Escape from Hyperconnectivity  Travel And Tour World

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3 w. ago Majority of Costa Rican Lawmakers Endorse Maryam Rajavi’s Plan, Urge Global Action Against Tehran’s Repression

Majority of Costa Rican Lawmakers Endorse Maryam Rajavi’s Plan, Urge Global Action Against Tehran’s Repression  National Council of Resistance of Iran - NCRI

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