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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.

Beach ‘super-spreader’ myth: Don’t panic, Costa Rica

Do Costa Ricans need to worry about super-spreader crowds at our beaches? Not according the evidence.