The Gardners’ tragedy came as tourism had already slipped in Costa Rica by the start of the year, part of an overall dip in Latin American travel by Americans — due in part to the country’s ...

Her story reflects a broader crisis gripping Costa Rica, where a sharp decline in tourist arrivals threatens the tourism industry—a sector that generates 85% of its revenue from international visitors ...

In response to the failed promise of “sustainable tourism,” can a new model leave places better with the help of tourists?

Brazil was the third-largest source market for travelers from South America, surpassed only by Colombia and Argentina ...

Tourism, which drives 8% of Costa Rica’s GDP, faces strain. Industry estimates project a 15–20% drop in visitor arrivals by late 2025, as noted in our March report, threatening a $7 billion sector and ...

Costa Rica, often hailed as one of the most beautiful and diverse countries in the world, is a paradise for travelers seeking ...

Costa Rica has earned a prominent place on the world surfing map, not only for the quality of its waves, but also for its ...

Since 2010, Costa Rica has enjoyed strong and stable economic growth - 3.8% in 2017. Exports of bananas, coffee, sugar, and beef are the backbone of its commodity exports. Various industrial and ...