Costa Rica Leads Central America in Average Daily Tourist Spending
Costa Rica’s tourists spent more per day than anywhere else in Central America in 2024.
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U.S. Tariffs on Costa Rica Rise to 15% as Trade Policy Escalates
Looking at the new tariffs on Costa Rica, which increased to 15% today, making it the only Central American country to face higher U.S. rates under Trump’s expanding trade policy.
Honduras Measles Vaccination Update for Travelers: July 2025
Honduras recently announced – and then reversed — new measles-related entry rules for travelers.
Belize Election Results: PUP Wins Big Again, UDP Faces Setbacks
Belize votes decisively in its election, with the ruling PUP maintaining a strong 26-seat majority and the opposition UDP facing significant reorganization.
El Salvador Balances IMF Deal with Digital Ambitions: Bitcoin Purchases Continue as AI Law Positions Country as Tech Hub
El Salvador continues to buy Bitcoin while positioning itself as a tech hub with groundbreaking AI legislation.
The El Salvador Bitcoin Law Changes: Policy Reversal Amid Crypto Hub Ambitions
El Salvador Bitcoin law changes mark end of mandatory crypto acceptance, as IMF loan requirements reshape the country’s pioneering digital currency experiment.
Costa Rica Records 2.66 Million Tourist Arrivals in 2024
Tourism Minister announces Costa Rica hit 2.66 million air arrivals in 2024, the highest tourism numbers in 16 years.
Tether Relocates HQ to El Salvador, Strengthening Country’s Crypto Hub Ambitions
Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, moves its headquarters to El Salvador, strengthening the country’s status as a leading global crypto hub.
Recent Trump Panama Canal Comments Draw Strong Local Response
Recent comments by Donald Trump draw firm response from President Mulino as American expats express concern over deteriorating relations.
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.