Tourism Push to Europe: Costa Rica is ramping up its outreach in Paris with a major advertising campaign (including 830 billboards) and a strong presence at IFTM Top Resa, aiming to convert France’s steady visitor demand into more bookings. Corcovado Access Update: Sirena Station in Corcovado National Park has restored visitor capacity, raising the daily limit to up to 366 people (230 day visitors and 105 overnight), after wastewater treatment issues were addressed. Weather Disruptions for Travelers: Heavy rains are causing major road problems—landslides and debris have hampered access to Irazú Volcano and forced closure of Route 32, while Route 219 near Oreamuno (Cartago) remains a key concern for anyone heading to the volcano area. Airport Service Upgrade: Juan Santamaría International Airport renewed its top-tier Level 5 passenger experience accreditation, keeping it among just 12 airports worldwide with the highest ACI Customer Experience rating. Wildlife Moment: Rangers spotted a rare orca group near Cocos Island (about four to five animals), an unusual sight for the remote park.