AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCosta Rica Tourism Numbers: Costa Rica is nearing the one-million mark for U.S. visitors in six months, with the U.S. leading arrivals (over 966,000 air arrivals, up 4.9%), while Canada surged 26.5% and Mexico grew 8.4%. New Flight Link: Southwest will add a new nonstop route from Austin to San José, launching March 13, 2027 (weekly Saturdays), giving Central Texas travelers a fresh gateway into Costa Rica. Business + Leisure Travel: Marriott highlighted Costa Rica’s Greater Metropolitan Area (San José, Alajuela, Heredia, Cartago) as a prime “bleisure” hub near SJO, with culture, volcanoes, and coffee experiences. Connectivity Reality Check: A new UNED/SUTEL analysis shows fixed internet gaps hit hardest in rural and coastal areas—important for travelers planning longer stays. Wildlife Protection Push: Costa Rica launched a campaign to prevent tourists from extracting wildlife, aiming to curb harmful on-the-ground behavior. Blue Zone Spotlight: Nicoya Peninsula’s Blue Zone longevity story continues, with attention on 119-year-old José Flores and the region’s centenarian count.
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