AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWildlife Protection: Costa Rica launched the #WhatYouCarry campaign after authorities seized 4,366 animal and plant specimens at airports and borders, urging visitors to stop extracting wildlife and treat nature as an ecosystem. Beach & Community Cleanups: Playa Guacalillo opened Puntarenas’ first Beach Cleaning and Volunteering Center, tackling plastic and solid waste from the Tárcoles River while creating local jobs. Tourism Spotlight (La Fortuna): A report on La Fortuna’s waterfall tourism highlights how a community-owned site channels earnings into shared infrastructure, not just private profits. Solo Travel Inspiration: A roundup names Costa Rica among the best destinations for solo female travelers, emphasizing safety and ease of planning. New Travel Experiences: Louisville Zoo announced a 2027 wildlife trip to Costa Rica (Tortuguero, Arenal, Monteverde) plus a separate South Africa expedition. Health Alerts: CDC issued a Level 2 Chikungunya notice for Guanacaste as beach travel peaks. Travel Deals: Hyatt extended 500 bonus points per night at select new hotels through Nov. 30, 2026 (including Costa Rica).
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