Costa Rica Beach Restaurant Prices Spark National Debate After $54 Breakfast Bill
A $54 breakfast bill in Nosara ignites heated discussion about Costa Rica beach restaurant prices, tourism sustainability, and local accessibility.
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Airbnb Hosts Face New Reporting Requirements as Costa Rica Tightens Tax Rules in 2025
Costa Rica becomes first Latin American country to implement OECD digital platform tax rules. From 2025, Airbnb hosts must report detailed rental income data as authorities tackle unlicensed vacation rentals.
IATA Demands Action as Final Numbers Show 30,000 Passengers Affected by Guanacaste Airport Closure
IATA calls for urgent runway maintenance as officials reveal the impact of the recent Guanacaste Airport closure in Costa Rica.
Five Dead, One Survivor in Costa Rica Mountain Plane Crash
Survivor rescued after fatal Costa Rica plane crash kills five. 16-hour overnight mountain rescue operation succeeds in reaching crash victim.
Small Plane Crashes in Escazu Mountains of Costa Rica
Small passenger plane crashes on Pico Blanco mountain in Escazu near San José, Costa Rica after being diverted due to weather.
Second Time Lucky? Guanacaste Airport Reopens Ahead of Schedule After Week of Chaos
Guanacaste Airport reopened (again) today after emergency runway repairs, with tourism sector reporting major losses and calling for government accountability over infrastructure concerns.
Happy Garifuna Settlement Day, Belize!
Wishing Belize and Garifuna communities around the world a happy Garifuna Settlement Day today!
QR Code Use in Central American Tourism
QR code use in Central American tourism is transforming how businesses connect with travelers. We look at how these codes help tourists and businesses alike.
Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Airport Closure Continues Until Thursday After Brief Reopening
Guanacaste International Airport announces closure until November 21 following a chaotic weekend of intermittent operations.
Tropical Depression Sara Leaves Central America as Airports Reopen and Recovery Begins
Tropical Depression Sara finally moves out of Central America after causing widespread damage and airport closures throughout the region.