AGP Executive Report
Last update: 32 minutes agoAirport Tech Upgrade: Juan Santamaría (SJO) will roll out biometric e-gates to speed immigration, starting with Costa Ricans holding biometric passports and expanding in phases. Aviation Safety Watch: A leaked radio exchange at SJO is prompting wider scrutiny of air traffic control workload and procedures after a runway/taxiway dispute temporarily affected ground movement. Tourism Market Shift: New data shows air-arrival visitors are staying fewer nights in Costa Rica but spending more per trip—good news for premium lodging, tours, wellness, and higher-end adventure operators. Luxury & Recognition: Three Costa Rica hotels earned top spots in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards, reinforcing the country’s pull for high-end nature stays. High-Spend Positioning: Costa Rica is highlighted as a growing magnet for high-net-worth travelers and investors, tied to stability, legal certainty, and quality-of-life. Travel Planning Tip: Guanacaste’s “green season” (May–Nov) is being pitched as an underrated time for cooler, wilder experiences with fewer crowds. Wellness Angle: Nicoya Peninsula is again mentioned in “Blue Zones” longevity coverage, fueling interest in wellness travel. International Note: The US and partners—including Costa Rica—warn against casting doubt on Colombia’s election result.
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