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Let’s Talk Tourism: Colin Brownlee
In Episode 5 of Let's Talk Tourism, Namu Travel Group's Casey Halloran talks with Colin Brownlee, owner of the boutique hotel Banana Azul in the Caribbean town of Puerto Viejo.
Airbnb orders all hosts to refund existing reservations
Airbnb has invoked its "extenuating circumstances" policy globally, which requires all hosts to refund for their reservations amid the sweeping coronavirus pandemic. Many Airbnb hosts, who believe the company should share in the pain, are upset about the policy.
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The Ultimate Guide to TripAdvisor for Hotels
Vikram Singh shares his knowledge about TripAdvisor.
Let’s Talk Tourism: Adam Baker
Let’s Talk Tourism is a new series of videos from Namu Travel Group founder and CEO Casey Halloran. In the second episode Casey talks to travel presenter and marketing media guy Adam Baker.
Will a US travel recession affect Costa Rica?
There are worrying signs about where worldwide demand is headed, and evidence suggests that the U.S. is poised for a slowdown across every travel category. As U.S. travellers continue to be the most frequent visitors to Costa Rica, we could be negatively affected by their situation.
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In the eye of the beholder: A defence of San José
Ugly San José? No. There’s work to be done, it’s true. But take the time to look closely, and the capital’s inner beauty will surely reveal itself.
Let’s Talk Tourism: Hans Pfister
In the third episode of Namu Travel's Let’s Talk Tourism, Casey Halloran talks to Hans Pfister - President & Co-Founder of the Cayuga Collection.
Is Airbnb Killing Small Hotels in Costa Rica?
Is Airbnb Killing Small Hotels in Costa Rica? Are fewer tourists coming? Is the VAT a game-changer? We dig into last month's stats from ICT.
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Conversation with Costa Rican tourism pioneers at Adobe Rent a Car
We spoke with husband-and-wife team Alejandro Riggioni and Katia Enriquez, President and Business Manager of Adobe Rent a Car, respectively. Successful pioneers in Costa Rica’s tourism industry, Alejandro and Katia’s story is very inspiring and is worth sharing.
October Stats: Will the year end on a high note?
After lacklustre growth in tourist arrivals over the spring and summer, October's numbers are giving Costa Rica's tourism professionals something to feel more optimistic about as we move into high season.
Uber Heads to the Beach!
According to notice to users sent Monday, April 15th, Uber starts service in Liberia, Nicoya, Manuel Antonio & Jaco.
Will regulations kill Airbnb in Costa Rica?
Will regulations kill Airbnb in Costa Rica? QCostaRica reports that Airbnb fears that the regulations and taxes will be too onerous for many of the small operators for single mothers who rent rooms in their homes.
Costa Rica Moves to Approve Remote Worker Policy
Bill #22215, the Law to Attract International Workers and Remote Service Providers, is winding its way through the Costa Rican legislature. If passed, the law will allow remote workers to stay in Costa Rica for up to a year and add another six months after that if they wish.
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COVID Test to Enter US: What You Need to Know in...
What you need to know about the new rule requiring COVID tests for all air passenger to the US.
How Was Your May? Some Hotels Report Sharp Drops
Reports are coming in from different places all over the country about the month of May being really weak on occupancy and overall business....
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¿Por qué Costa Rica necesita regular los alquileres vacacionales sin licencia?
Una de las fortalezas y aspectos únicos de la economía turística costarricense es la prosperidad interconectada y ampliamente distribuida que ha producido. Nuestra actividad ha disfrutado de un ecosistema saludable y vibrante que ha...
Digital Nomad law now in effect in Costa Rica
The Digital Nomad law introduced by by former President Carlos Alvarado last year was signed into law this week by President Rodrigo Chaves.
This is expect to bring an addition $600 million a year into the Costa Rican economy.
Costa Rica’s new 2022-2027 National Tourism Plan
The Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) recently announced the the National Tourism Plan for 2022-2027. The plan features three main objectives for the growth and improvement of the Costa Rican tourism industry: Sustainability, Innovation, & Inclusiveness.
Government agrees with deputies: Promote tourism and repair roads in Limón
In a meeting between the President of the Republic, Rodrigo Chaves, the Minister of the Presidency, Natalia Díaz, and legislators from Limón at the Presidential House, the Government made a commitment with the deputies of Limón to promote tourism in the province and attend to the routes in poor condition.
The Road Ahead: An Interview with Gustavo Segura
Costa Rica Tourism Minister Gustavo Segura's initiatives are putting Costa Rica on a sound path for a strong recovery and sustainable tourism growth.
Pandemic Effects: Tourism Down, Turtle Meat $5.50 Kilo
There's no question that the coronavirus pandemic has been hard on Costa Rica, first and foremost as a human health issue. But it also appears to be an indirect cause of increased turtle poaching.
Could COVID-19 self-testing be a game changer for Costa Rica travel?
Over-the-counter self-testing kits will almost certainly be cheaper and much more convenient than a testing center in Costa Rica. Could this be a game changer in the waning months of the pandemic?
It’s Far From Over
The weakness for tourism , according to President of CR Central Bank, Robert Cubero, will persist through 2022.
Are You Serious About Investing in Costa Rica?
Are You Serious About Investing in Costa Rica? Listen to Casey Holleran, longtime tourism veteran, share very practical advice and help you decide whether doing business here is right for you.
Will ‘Revenge Travel’ Bring More Canadians to Costa Rica?
'Revenge Travel' may inspire unprecedented numbers of Canadians to book holidays after a long, cold winter of COVID-induced isolation.