AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAirport Tech Upgrade: San José’s Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO) will roll out biometric eGates to speed up immigration, starting with Costa Rican citizens holding biometric passports, then expanding via phased pre-registration and later to foreigners. Tourism Awards: El Lugar Costa Rica won a 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award, landing in the top 10% worldwide for its luxury hotel and nature reserve. Health & Safety: Costa Rica’s Ministry of Health confirmed two monkeypox (Mpox) cases in San José and says risk of spread is low, with patients under monitoring. Wildlife Watch: SENASA and partners issued renewed beach guidance after an avian influenza H5 case was confirmed in a blue-footed booby near Manuel Antonio; authorities stress poultry products remain safe. Travel Planning Tip: With mid-year heat, nutrition experts urge travelers to hydrate constantly (not just when thirsty) to avoid dehydration and heat illness. Longevity Story: A Guanacaste farmer, José Flores Flores, turned 119 and is seeking international recognition as the world’s oldest living person, pending documentation review. Currency Watch: The Costa Rican colón strengthened as the dollar hit record lows on Monex, reshaping costs for dollar-income travelers and retirees. Coffee Spotlight: A Los Santos coffee sold for $200.10 per pound at the 2026 Cup of Excellence auction, highlighting strong results for Costa Rican specialty coffee.
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