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Costa Rica announces airport upgrades and tourism initiatives
Costa Rica is implementing several initiatives to bolster its tourism and trade sectors through infrastructure upgrades and culinary diplomacy.
The government has announced significant investments in airport modernization. Approximately US$30 million will be directed toward Tobías Bolaños Palma International Airport to upgrade terminals, runways, and lighting. A key part of this plan involves moving domestic flights from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Tobías Bolaños, a move expected to increase international flight capacity by up to 40%. Additionally, around US$6.6 million will be invested at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport to expand the private aircraft apron, with future plans to incorporate an air cargo terminal.
In a separate effort to attract South American travelers, the Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT) utilized culinary diplomacy by featuring the nation's gastronomy on the reality show MasterChef Celebrity Colombia. The episode showcased traditional dishes and modern adaptations to highlight Costa Rica's culture and biodiversity to a wide Latin American audience.
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Costa Rican Government · Costa Rican Tourism Board · Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport · MasterChef Celebrity Colombia · Tobías Bolaños Palma International Airport
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The Costa Rican Tourism Board used the reality show MasterChef Celebrity Colombia to promote the country's gastronomy and tourism. ticoslandia.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The government announced an investment of approximately US$6.6 million to expand the private aircraft apron at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport. peopleofcostarica.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Costa Rican government announced airport infrastructure projects to increase capacity and connectivity. peopleofcostarica.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Transferring domestic flights to Tobías Bolaños could increase capacity for international operations at Juan Santamaría International Airport by up to 40%. peopleofcostarica.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The government plans to invest approximately US$30 million to modernize Tobías Bolaños Palma International Airport. peopleofcostarica.com