Costa Rican Travel Update

AGP Executive Report

Last update: 11 hours ago

Public Health Alert: The CDC issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Costa Rica’s Guanacaste (focused on Playa Langosta) after confirmed local chikungunya transmission, meaning mosquitoes in the area can spread the virus—not just travelers who arrived infected. Mosquito Precautions: Health guidance highlights using repellent (DEET or picaridin), wearing loose light clothing, and taking extra bite-prevention steps during daytime exposure. Tourism & Travel Context: The outbreak is tied to one of Costa Rica’s most popular beach hubs for U.S. visitors, so travelers may want to adjust plans and stay alert to local updates. Costa Rica in the Spotlight: Separate travel-related coverage also notes Costa Rica’s growing visibility in international media and tourism conversations, from film-industry activity to destination awards.

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Jul. 19, 2026

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Costa Rica Named One of 10 Best Places for Gen Z Travelers Right Now

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Year Founded	1956
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Publication Location	Costa Rica, San José
Owner Country	Costa Rica

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Costa Rica Lawmaker Revives Cable Car Idea for Chirripó Summit

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Costa Rica Flooding Closes 267 Schools as Sarapiquí Evacuations Climb

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Year Founded	1956
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Publication Location	Costa Rica, San José
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Iberojet Adds Third Weekly Flight Between Madrid and Costa Rica

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Year Founded	1956
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Publication Location	Costa Rica, San José
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Southwest Cancels Las Vegas–Costa Rica Flight Before It Ever Took Off

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Year Founded	1956
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Publication Location	Costa Rica, San José
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6 hours ago

Special Operation: Endangered Squirrel Monkey Rescued in Costa Rica from Illegal Trade

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Year Founded	2012
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Publication Location	Argentina, Quilmes
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'I'm spending £18,000 on one holiday because I don't want to leave money to my children. I've got no regrets - it's time to put MYSELF first.' Read Caroline's confession and ask yourself: Is she right?

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Publication Location	United Kingdom, London
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15 hours ago

Chikungunya Outbreak Hits Guanacaste: CDC Issues Level 2 Warning for Costa Rica

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Year Founded	2012
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Publication Location	United States, California, San Francisco
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