a life style, an expression that conveys the state of happiness, greeting, appreciation, peace and freedom of the TICOS
A green and natural place...
6% of the world’s biodiversity in only 0.03% of the globe’s surface
26% of the country is protected as reserves & refuges, national parks, wildlife refuges, wetlands
Quick Quick facts facts
Area: 51,100 sq. Km Population: 4.7 million Capital: San Jose Main languages: Spanish (official), English Currency: Costa Rican Colon
Weather: Nice weather all year round Temperature in San Jose goes from 14 to 24째C (57 to 75째F) in Dec. and from 17 a 27째C (63 to 81째F) in May.
Fact 1
Easy air access
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United States Delta US Airways Frontier American Airlines United JetBlue Airways Spirit Alaska Airlines Southwest Canada Air Canada WestJet Mexico Interjet Aeromexico Volaris Panama & Central America Copa Airlines Avianca Germany - Condor Spain - Iberia
Coming Airlines: UK, London – British Airways – Thompson (May) USA – XTRA Airways (seasonal May – August) LIR GERMANY, Frankfurt – Condor (Nov.)
Fact 2
Excellent location In Central America, bordering Nicaragua and Panama with both Caribbean and Pacific coasts Easy access from mayor USA and European cities.
Fact 3
Peaceful country
No army since 1948 In fact, 8 out of 10 ticos have never seen a soldier in their lives
We buy violins instead of weapons
Fact 4
High level of education Public education is free and mandatory Educational system is ranked 20th by the World Economic Forum Global Competitiveness Report 2013-2014
Fact 5
Good Medical Services Costa Rica has one of the best health care systems in the world. Most of the hospitals are supported by the government as a mean to provide universal medical services.
Fact 6
Many activities
‌and many attractions for your programs
Adventure activities
Fact 6 Committed to sustainability
Costa Rica generated 100% of its electricity from renewable sources during the first 75 days of this year.
Huge biological diversity “The most biological intense place on earth”
Fact N° 8
Experienced Destination High skilled staff to assist groups Natural attractions Reliable, safety and security
Nature

at its fullest!
Team Building options and all kind of activities
Unparalleled choice of venues, hotels and specialized tours for any program
Fact 9 Excellent business climate +250 multinational companies operating
Strong democratic tradition, economic and political stability Exceptionally talented and bilingual young workforce
Fact10N° 10 Fact
Quality of life
Costa Rica ranks 12th globally and 1st among Latin American countries in Social Progress (Social Progress Imperative, Social Progress Index, 2013)
Kind people!
family and friends are the most important ties in our lives
One of the safest countries in Latin America
‌and still, one of the happiest ones in the world
Meetings have a site in Paradise
Incentive Programs
Meaningful experiences
Congresses
Two decades focusing in the meeting and incentive market
Conventions
‌providing first class infrastructure, top notch facilities & services‌
Special Events
‌cost-effective services, full of creativity and joyfulness!
New Venues
exhibitions, concerts and more‌
upcoming venues
National Convention Center
Capacity Exhibit Hall Meeting Rooms 1, 2, 3 Meeting Rooms 4, 5, 6 Conference Rooms 1 – 6 Prefunction Concourse
3.000 1.253 268 10-20 1.100
Configuration 1/3 1/2 2/3 Combined 1, 2, 3 Combined 4, 5, 6
HOTELS
North Pacific Region
Hot spots: Hacienda Guachipelin El Viejo Wetlands Arenal Volcano Rincรณn de la Vieja Palo Verde National Park
rooms and capacity
North Pacific Region
Facilities
Hotel Four Seasons Papagayo Secrets Papagayo El Mangroove The Westin Resort Playa Conchal JW Marriott Guanacaste Dreams Las Mareas
Rooms Meeting Rooms
Min Max
175 202 85 406
11 4 8 8
26 32 12 20
340 470 200 600
310 447
7 4
30 20
600 550
Activities Horseback Riding + Celeste River Golf + Tenorio River + Scuba Diving Zip-lining
Golf in a tropical setting‌
Central Pacific
Don’t miss: Bijagua Waterfalls Carara and Manuel Antonio National Park
rooms and capacity
Central Pacific
Facilities
Hotel Double Tree Resort by Hilton Central Pacific Villa Caletas Los Sueños Marriott Parador Resort & Spa San Bada CROC’s Casino Resort
Rooms Meeting Rooms 315 6 52 201 129 67 152
7 3 1 1 3
Min Max 26
340
40 50 10 10 10
130 300 64 150 240
Activities Rainforest Aerial Tram Canopy (Zip Line) Boat tours One day island cruises Sea Kayaking Dolphin Watch Surfing Golf
Central Valley
Activities Rainforest Aerial Tram Canopy (Zip Line) Coffee tours Museums Arts & Crafts – Sarchí One day tours
rooms and capacity
Central Valley
Facilities
Hotel Marriott Costa Rica Wyndham Herradura DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari Real InterContinental Crowne Plaza Corobicí Holiday Inn San José Hotel AltaGracia
Rooms Meeting Min Max Rooms 300 5 35 800 229 9 20 1800 222 6 50 750 372 213 200 50
19 14 6 3
45 1800 20 1000 20 220 5 50
Hot Spots: Arenal, IrazĂş & Poas Volcanoes Aerial Tram Lankester Gardens Museums White Water Rafting La Paz Waterfall Sarchi Arts & Crafts Coffee Tours
San José
Costa Rica’s Capital city
National Theater
Special Venues
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