Travel with Katie Butler of Total Travel: Looking ahead - summer 2027 holidays already on sale

Yes, you read that correctly – summer 2027 holidays are already on sale. While it may feel like we’ve barely packed away the flip-flops from this year’s summer break and may not have thought about 2026, major tour operators Jet2holidays and TUI...

KFC Costa Rica to make history opening three new restaurants in October

Q COSTARICA — October will be a historic month for KFC Costa Rica, as the leading fried chicken chain will reach an unprecedented record by opening three restaurants in a single month. This announcement marks a milestone in its history of...

I’m a 30-year-old Solo Traveler—Here Are the 9 Safety Products Every Traveler in Their 20s Should Have From $8

Solo travel has become increasingly popular in recent years, and as someone who has been embarking on solo adventures for nearly a decade, I couldn’t be more excited. Visiting a new country or even just exploring a neighboring city by yourself is...

essential COSTA RICA launch “The Natural Choice” campaign with Amazon Ads

essential COSTA RICA, the country’s official brand, today announced the launch of an innovative awareness campaign in collaboration with Amazon Ads Brand Innovation Lab. The campaign, titled “The Natural Choice”, positions Costa Rican produce –...

From Costa Rica to the US an Expat Longing For Home

There are close to 200,000 people of Tico origin presently living in the US. I have spent the past month in an area where their numbers are scarce. I was interested in meeting and talking with any who had relocated to this area of the...

Costa Rica’s Hyatt Centric Escazú Finalist in GRI Awards

Costa Rica’s hotel scene keeps building momentum on the global stage. The Hyatt Centric San José Escazú stands out as a finalist for Best Hospitality Project of the Year at the GRI Awards Andean & Central America 2025. This nod marks a key moment...

Tourism Post-Pandemic: Can Latin America Rebuild with Sustainability in Mind?

Latin America, like everyone else, felt the impact immediately when travel was stopped during the pandemic. However, as a region built heavily on tourism, it felt the consequences on a deeper level. That included millions of workers who depended...

Traveling Through Panama by Motorcycle: The Ultimate Road Adventure

Panama is more than just a narrow bridge between North and South America—it’s a land of tropical beaches, misty mountains, vibrant cities, and a rich mix of cultures. And there may be no better way to experience its natural beauty and local charm...

O'Hare sets all-time summer passenger record with over 24 million travelers

Michael J. McMurray, Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) | Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA)Michael J. McMurray, Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) | Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) O’Hare International...

Costa Rica Faces a Must-Win for a Place in 2026 World Cup

Costa Rica’s national soccer team faces a defining stretch in their bid to reach the 2026 World Cup. With just two points from their first two games in Group C of the Concacaf qualifiers, La Sele sits in a tight spot behind leaders Honduras, who...

Costa Rica unveils new identity card design with enhanced security features

Costa Rica’s Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) has officially launched a redesigned national identity card. While the card’s size and 10-year validity remain unchanged, the new format introduces advanced security elements aimed at protecting...

These 8 Countries Rank Among the Most Dangerous Places to Drive, Data Shows

The roads we travel shouldn’t be places where lives are lost daily, yet millions of drivers worldwide face significantly higher risks simply based on their location. Recent comprehensive studies analyzing global road safety data reveal stark...

Local travel expert says Cuba bouncing back along with new spots as Portage residents look south

As the snow approaches, many Portage la Prairie residents are looking ahead to warmer destinations and winter holidays, and Cuba is once again on the radar after a challenging year. Local travel expert Carrie Duncan says the popular island nation...

Maluma Enjoys Family Holiday in Costa Rica

San José, Costa Rica Colombian singer Juan Luis Londoño Arias, better known as Maluma, shared his first post about his vacation in Costa Rica on Monday afternoon. The star showcased how much fun he is having with his family. Maluma posted a...

Yellow Fever Arrives in Costa Rica

(Vax-Before-Travel News)The Costa Rican Ministry of Health recently reported a positive case of yellow fever following the results issued by the laboratory of the Costa Rican Institute for Research and Teaching in Nutrition and Health. This is a...

Coverage of ‘sloth bridges’ in Costa Rica inspires conservation action in Brazil

In January 2022, Mongabay Latam published a story about an unusual conservation effort underway in Costa Rica: the installation of rope bridges that help sloths safely navigate fragmented forests. Later translated into English in February 2022,...

Could your holiday cocktail kill you? Foreign Office warns tourists over deadly methanol drinks in Mexico, Kenya and Japan that have already claimed nine lives

Pitching up at a beach bar – often little more than a shack with a shelf of spirits – to toast the sunset on some far-flung isle has long been a holiday rite of passage. But in 2025, such an experience can come with a chaser of fear – particularly...

From Local Guides to Global Leaders: The Changing Face of Women in Tourism

Tourism leaders and changemakers from across Europe have joined forces to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment through the “Almaty Call to Action”, a landmark outcome of the First Regional Conference on the Empowerment of Women in...

Revealed: Experts' ultimate guide to the least crowded holiday destinations that are just as beautiful - but MUCH cheaper - than the tourist traps

A perfect storm of cut-rate flight prices, post-pandemic wanderlust, digital nomads and a proliferation of short-term holiday rentals has led to a scourge of overtourism at holiday hotspots across the globe. Some 80 per cent of travellers now...

Imported case of yellow fever confirmed in Costa Rica

Q COSTARICA — The Ministry of Health confirmed a positive case of yellow fever in the country, following results issued by the Costa Rican Institute for Research and Teaching in Nutrition and Health (INCIENSA). The patient is a 29-year-old...