Beach Cleanup Crisis: Guacalillo Beach near the Tárcoles River is getting hit hard by trash flowing from the Central Valley, with volunteers finding everything from plastic and cardboard to syringes and cosmetics—prompting weekend cleanups that keep getting undone by heavy rain. Travel Weather Watch: Costa Rica’s IMN raised yellow alert for the Caribbean and eastern Northern Zone as Tropical Wave No. 32 brings rain through the weekend, with wind gusts and showers likely to affect road plans and beach time. Tourism Demand Signal: A new study highlights Costa Rica’s growing pull for dental tourism, with millions of U.S. adults traveling for care and Costa Rica capturing a big share—driven by cost, insurance gaps, and the chance to combine treatment with a vacation. Wildlife & Nature Tourism: Researchers are monitoring a rare agami heron colony near Caño Negro after about 1,000 birds took refuge on a private estate, adding a fresh conservation story for eco-minded visitors. Getting There: Southwest is expanding international service from Nashville, including new Saturday flights to Liberia, Costa Rica starting March 2027. On-the-Ground Experience: The water taxi from Sierpe to Drake Bay is being spotlighted as a memorable ride through mangroves and wilderness—more adventure than transport.