Costa Rica Tourism Movement Urges Government Support

Costa Rica. Foto: Pixabay/ fabersam

The Tourism Movement for Costa Rica is once again urging the current administration to support the sector. According to the organization, the high interest rates and exchange rate are negatively impacting the industry.

“The high cost of living in the country, along with high interest rates for loans, has resulted in a 22% reduction in income for the tourism industry,” said Bary Roberts, spokesperson for Tourism for Costa Rica.

He also emphasized that Costa Rican tourism companies are predominantly small and microenterprises located in the country’s most underdeveloped areas, providing employment opportunities for the most vulnerable population.

Tico Times

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