New Air Links to Costa Rica: Breeze Airways launches a Tampa (TPA) → San José (SJO) route starting Oct. 3, with flights Wednesdays and Saturdays (one-way from $149). More U.S. Routes via Guanacaste: The Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) and Guanacaste Airport (ICT/airport) announce Southwest nonstops from Austin and Nashville to Liberia (Guanacaste) for summer 2027 (Austin Saturdays/Sundays June 5–Aug 1; Nashville Saturdays June 5–July 31). Guanacaste Demand Signals: Skyscanner travel trends show Canadians increasingly eye Liberia, Costa Rica, as a fall gateway to Guanacaste beaches, parks, volcanoes, and hot springs. Tourism Direction: Experts say tourism’s future hinges on sustainability and authenticity, with travelers seeking responsible options and lower-impact travel. Stay Ideas for Visitors: A new guide highlights top places to stay across Costa Rica, focusing on popular regions like Guanacaste, Manuel Antonio, Uvita, Tamarindo, La Fortuna, and Bajos del Toro. Digital Tourism Tool: Costa Rica debuts a free bilingual interactive map, “Discover Costa Rica,” to explore parks, oceans, culture, and heritage. Travel Business Update: Casago completes its leadership transition as Joe Riley becomes CEO, with the network now covering Costa Rica among other markets. Volcano Watch: Rincón de la Vieja shows increased activity signals (earthquakes, ground movement, gases, tremor) while remaining at Activity Level 3 (precaution). Recognition for Costa Rica: Costa Rica tops National Geographic Traveller (UK) Reader Awards for responsible travel and places high for wildlife destinations. Cruise News: Margaritaville at Sea announces 2028 cruises adding Limón, Costa Rica, with Islander sailings from Tampa.