Quick guide of Meetings and Incentives
WHY MEETINGS IN COSTA RICA Easy air access from major cities in North America and Europe
Strategic location
Country of peace
High quality of medical services
High level of education:.
Wide range of services and facilities for meetings
Commitment to sustainability
Meeting costs are tax-deductible for US organizations and citizens: bit.ly/tax_deductible
North Pacific Hotels (Guanacaste)
El Mangroove brings a brand-new destination to the shores of Papagayo Bay in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Its early-2014 debut unveiled 85 bohemian-chic suites; complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property; 5,000 square feet of contemporary meeting space; a choice of dining options specializing in farm- and ocean-totable cuisine; and relaxation options that range from a steam room to gym to indoor and outdoor spa treatment rooms.
Mrs. Cindy RamĂrez cramirez@enjoyhotels.net www.elmangroove.net 85 pax
200 pax
North Pacific Hotels (Guanacaste)
Amazing adventure a waits you at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo. Enjoy spacious accommodations near the beach, restaurants that make magnificent use of local ingredients, a full service spa, and eco-adventures galore.
Mr. Andre Brathwaite andre.brathwaite@fourseasons.com www.fourseasons.com/es/costarica 181 pax
340 pax
North Pacific Hotels (Guanacaste)
JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort-Spa is one of Central America’s most eagerly anticipated luxury properties. Sitting on Mansita beach, it combines colors, textures and key elements that identify the local heritage with a unique style called rustic luxury. The resort is located approximately one hour from the Daniel Oduber Liberia International Airport, & Residential community. The development offers an 18-hole golf course designed by Mike Young.
Mrs. Andrea Segura Andrea.Segura@R-HR.com www.marriott.com/sjojw 310 pax
600 pax
North Pacific Hotels (Guanacaste)
Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica is located on the stunning Papagayo Peninsula in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. A short 20 minute drive from the Liberia International Airport, this adults-only resort will seem a million miles away. Perfectly situated on a serene beachfront and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, this hideaway will offer an Unlimited-LuxuryÂŽ experience in one of the most romantic and intimate settings imaginable.
Mrs. Doralicia Navarrete groups.sepcr@secretsresorts.com www.secretsresorts.com/papagayo 202 pax
470 pax
North Pacific Hotels (Guanacaste)
The Westin Golf Resort & Spa Playa Conchal, you will notice immediately how good it feels to be here. Careful attention is paid to the most important elements to ensure each visit leaves you feeling better than when you arrived. All Inclusive eco-friendly retreat, located between the exotic forests and unspoiled beaches of Guanacaste, our secluded vacation spot is a perfect balance between unrivaled luxury and local culture.
Mrs. Gabriela Paniagua gabriela.paniagua@westin.com
www.westinplayaconchal.com 406 pax 600 pax
Central Pacific Hotels
With 152 luxurious hotel rooms, three restaurants, 44 beachfront condos for sale, and a Las Vegas Style Casino, Croc’s Casino Resort offers a bit of everything with casual sophistication in beautiful Jaco Beach, Costa Rica (a great place for a beach wedding). Croc’s “Liquidity” Bar, where you will enjoy the ocean sunset.
Mrs. Lorena Gomez lgomez@crocscasinoresort.com www.crocscasinoresort.com 152 pax
240 pax
Central Pacific Hotels
ALL INCLUSIVE DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Central Pacific gives you access to the beach resort closest to San Jose, where you can enjoy an extensive volcanic sand beach, tropical gardens, pools, plus all the amenities you are looking to spend an unforgettable vacation in family, couple or friends.
Mr. Giovanni Lรณpez giovanni.lopez@hilton.com www.doubletreecentralpacific.com 315 pax
340 pax
Central Pacific Hotels
Experience the “Pura Vida� hospitality while you are relaxing at Hotel San Bada. After an invigorating day on the beach, enjoy the Spa equipped with Sauna, Steam and massage rooms to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul with its naturally environment and charming exterior views to the Manuel Antonio National Park.
Mr. Dante Kim Jum dante@hotelsanbada.com www.hotelsanbada.com 67 pax
150 pax
Central Pacific Hotels
Discover Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort, recognized by Travel & Leisure magazine as one of the "World's Best Hotels for Families." Nestled between the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean and a 1,100acre tropical rainforest, our luxury Costa Rica resort features spacious guest rooms and suites with views.
Mrs. Sarines Oliva Sarines.Oliva@marriotthotels.com www.marriott.com/sjols 201 pax
300 pax
Central Pacific Hotels
Parador Resort & Spa boasts panoramic ocean views on 12 acres of wildlife-rich tropical rainforest. Luxurious yet eco-conscious, Parador has earned multiple awards by the World Travel Awards including Mexico & Central America’s Leading Hotel 2011, Costa Rica’s Leading Hotel 2011 and Costa Rica’s Leading Resort 2011, and also the 5-Leaf Sustainability Award issued by the Costa Rican Tourism Board.
Mr. Harold Rojas hrojas@hotelparador.com www.HotelParador.com 129 pax 64 pax
Central Pacific Hotels
Villa Caletas is a luxury boutique hotel inspired by Tropical Victorian Architecture with a touch of Neo Classical influence, secluded on a rain-forested headland in the Central Pacific coast of Puntarenas.
Mrs. Haslene Cordoba sales@villacaletas.com www.villacaletas.com 52 pax
160 pax
Central Valley
The Best Western Irazu Hotel & Casino is a full-service hotel located just minutes from downtown San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica. Centrally located, close to major attractions, shopping and banking districts, and only 15 minutes from San Jose International Airport (SJO).
Mrs. Laura RamĂrez lramirez@gmhospitality.net www.bestwesterncostarica.com/ 312 pax
300 pax
Central Valley
Rising from a flourishing 30-acre coffee plantation, the majestic Costa Rica Marriott Hotel captures all the elegance of a 16th century colonial hacienda. Renowned among Costa Rica hotels for unique colonial architecture, its lush setting and distinctive colonial decor transport guests to gracious past.
Mr. Bryan Rojas bryan.rojas@marriotthotels.com www.marriott.com/sjocr 300 pax
1000 pax
Central Valley
The Crowne Plaza CorobicĂ is the perfect place to stay and meet. Because of our location, we are ideal for business travelers and tourists who want to go to the tourist destinations in the capital and beyond. For your business or social activities, we have 14 meeting rooms and banquet facilities accommodating up to 1000 people with high-tech audiovisual equipment.
Mr. Ronald Gonzalez ronald.gonzalez@corobicicp.co.cr www.crowneplaza.com 213 pax
1000 pax
Central Valley
The Doubletree by Hilton Cariari San Jose – Costa Rica is a grand escape in the epicenter of Costa Rica’s busiest city, San José. Specially designed to accentuate the warmth and rustic beauty of the country, the resort’s earthy ambiance is complemented by masterpieces of local artists and marvelous woodworking. Newly renovated guest rooms, suites and executive accommodations are spacious and stylish offering an array of luxurious amenities
Mr. Nicolás Aieta nicolas.aieta@hilton.com www.CariariSanJose.DoubleTree.com 222 pax 750 pax
Central Valley
At Hacienda AltaGracia, we craft authentic Costa Rican wholesomeness into smiles and memories, in a vitalizing process that starts with a warm “Welcome!” Nestled atop the lush mountains of Pérez Zeledón, in Costa Rica’s Southern Region, AltaGracia offers 50 estate-size Casitas, one of Central America’s finest Spas, three creative dining options and an exclusive equestrian experience.
Mrs. Ana Vargas
ana.vargas@aubergeresorts.com www.altagracia.aubergeresorts.com 50 pax 50 pax
Central Valley
Experience an exotic and beautiful getaway in the heart of Central America at the Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown – Aurola, conveniently nestled in the midst of the lively Costa Rican city within view of the beautiful Central Valley. We are conveniently located near local attractions and downtown businesses, and guests of our downtown San Jose.
Mr. Jorge Zúñiga jzuniga@dhmhotels.com www.aurolahotels.com 200 pax
220 pax
Central Valley
Situated less than four kilometers outside downtown, the Radisson San-Jose Costa Rica offers a great location for romantic getaways, business trips and family vacations. You can wander through San José’s various markets or museums, unwind at the hotel’s on-site restaurants or escape to the Gulf of Nicoya, less than a two-hour drive from the Radisson. At the end of your trip, you can take our airport shuttle to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Mrs. Lizy Jiménez ljimenez@radisson.co.cr www.radisson.co.cr 111 pax 120 pax
Central Valley
Real InterContinental San José Costa Rica designed for excellence in hotel services. Real InterContinental Hotel & Club Tower Costa Rica is strategically located in the suburb of Escazú, the trendy area in the city. 15 minutes from downtown and 20 minutes from Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Mrs. María José Escudero maria.escudero@R-HR.COM www.intercontinental.com/sanjose 372 pax
1800 pax
Central Valley
Wyndham San José Herradura Just 10 minutes from SJO and 20 minutes from San José, the capital city. It features 229 rooms, Convention Center, for as many as 2000 people, free parking lot for over 500 vehicles and 24/7 security, Golf Course (18 holes), Business Center 24/7, 3 swimming pools, 3 restaurants, casino, bar, spa, exercise room, 14 meeting rooms.
Mrs. Anaysa Fernández afernandez@wyndhamherradura.com www.wyndhamherradura.com 229 pax
1800 pax
Caribbean (Tortuguero)
5 minutes from Tortuguero National Park main entrance. Stay at one of our comfortable rooms with private bathroom, hot water and ceiling fans. Enjoy all our buffet-style meals that are included. Travel safety as we get you around comfortably. Take one of our optional tours available: Fishing, turtle nestling and morning tour, Canopy, Spa.
Mrs. Catalina Castillo sales@pachiralodge.com www.pachiralodge.com 88 pax
80 pax
DMC´s & PCO´s
Mrs. Silvia Salazar silvia@actuacostaricadmc.com www.actuacostaricadmc.com
Mr. Marcos Crespo mcrespo@crtteam.com www.costaricaincentives.com
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Mr. Mathías Terrade info@castcr.com www.castcr.com
Mr. Raimond Barquero raimond.barquero@destinationservices.com www.destinationservices.com
Mrs. Nuvia Ramirez nramirez@comexpcr.com www.comexpcr.com
Mr. Leonel Bonilla leonel@micecentroamerica.com www.micecentroamerica.com
DMC´s & PCO´s
Mrs. Liliana Bonilla Liliana@escapesvip.com www.escapesvip.com
Mr. Christophe Marybrasse cm@cactustour.com www.cactustour.com
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Mrs. Natalia Roblero nroblero@memorablecostarica.com www.memorableincentives.com
Mrs. Silvia Fallas sfallas@discoverycr.com www.discoverycr.com
Mrs. Gilberto Chávez gilberto@masco.co.cr www.masco.co.cr
Mrs. Irene Dobles, CMP idobles@costaricameetings.com www.idembusiness.com
DMC´s & PCO´s
Mrs. Roys Díaz office@costaricadreamtravel.com www.costaricadreamtravel.com
Mr. Álvaro Arguedas info@excelentedmc.com www.excelentedmc.com 3
Mrs. Silvia Lobo slobo@expedicionestropicales.com www.expedicionestropicales.com
Mr. Mauricio Arévalo mao@costaricadmc.com www.costaricadmc.com
Mrs. Nuvia Ramirez nramirez@comexpcr.com www.comexpcr.com
Mr. Leonel Bonilla leonel@micecentroamerica.com www.micecentroamerica.com
DMC´s & PCO´s
Mr. Roberto Oreamuno roreamuno@globaleventscrc.com www.globaleventscrc.com
Mrs. Judith Ulate julate@tamtravel.com www.tamtravel.com 4
Mrs. Paulina Herrera pherrera@crtoptours.com www.costaricatoptours.com
Mrs. Helena Chavarría MICE@premiodmc.com www.premiodmc.com
Mrs. Gilberto Chávez gilberto@masco.co.cr www.masco.co.cr
Mrs. Irene Dobles, CMP idobles@costaricameetings.com www.idembusiness.com
DMC´s & PCO´s
Mrs. Ligia Vargas lvargas@ividmc.com www.ividmc.com
Mr. Adolfo Vargas avargas@horizontes.com www.meetingsbyhorizontes.com 5
Mrs. Alejandra Aguilar aaguilar@turvisa.co.cr www.turvisa.co.cr
Mr. Carlos Montero Carlos.montero@swisstravelcr.com www.swisstravelcr.com
Mrs. Nuvia Ramirez nramirez@comexpcr.com www.comexpcr.com
Mr. Leonel Bonilla leonel@micecentroamerica.com www.micecentroamerica.com
DMC´s & PCO´s
Mrs. Sharon Sagot mice@summitcostarica.com www.summitcostarica.com
Mr. Fabián Torres fabian@panoramacr.com www.panoramacr.com 6
Mr. Juan José Guerrero juanjose@aratours.com www.selectedmoments.com
Mr. Mario Gutiérrez viatur@racsa.co.cr www.viaturtravel.net
Mrs. Gilberto Chávez gilberto@masco.co.cr www.masco.co.cr
Mrs. Irene Dobles, CMP idobles@costaricameetings.com www.idembusiness.com
FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION
STRATEGIC ALLIES
ATTRACTIONS
AUDIOVISUAL SUPPORT
DECORATION COMPANIES
ORGANIZERS & PRODUCERS OF EVENTS
RENT A CAR
SUPPLIERS
VENUES
***We are not sending your RFP to these companies***
Mrs. Candy Cordero ccordero@copaair.com www.copa.com
Mrs. Tatiana Orozco tatiana.orozco@ict.go.cr www.costaricapuremeetings.com
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Attractions
Mrs. Christine Krisham gerencia@desafiocostarica.com www.desafiocostarica.com
Mr. Bryan Rojas luxury@vipcitybus.com www.vipcitybus.com
Adventure - City Tour - Culture Back to index
Mr. Ronald Jimenez rjimenez@elviejowetlands.com www.elviejowetlands.com
Audiovisual Support
Mr. Carlos Chacón carlos.chacon@voxcostarica.com cr.voxnetwork.com
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Mr. Lenín Jiménez ljimenez@av.cr www.av.cr
Mr. Gilberth Gutiérrez gerencia@wsolutionscr.com www.wsonido.com
Decoration Companies
Mr. Carlos Gil carlosgil@ice.co.cr www.eventoscarlosgil.com
Mrs. Laura Meneses lmeneses@realcecr.com www.realcecr.com
UNIQUE & AWESOME DECORATIONS Back to index
Organizers & Producers of Events
Mr. Mauricio Moreno mmoreno@branderscr.com www.branderscr.com
Mrs. Hazel Barrantes ventas@cedeeventos.com www.cedeeventos.com
Mr. Paulo Gutierrez pgutierrez@skypublicidad.com www.skypublicidad.com Back to index
Mrs. Marcela Barrantes gerencia@jmeventos.com www.jmeventos.com
Mrs. Flor Carreras flor@interdepro.com www.interdepro.com
Mr. Ramon Gascue rgascue@octametro.com www.octametro.com
Mr. Lester Sanchez lesther@tecnologiaexpresscr.com www.tecnologiaexpresscr.com
Rent a Car
Mr. Erick Venegas erick.venegas@ehiglobal.cr www.natcar.com
Mr. Andres Mendez amendez@thrifty.cr www.thrifty.com
Mrs. Gabriela Leรณn gleon@toyotarent.com www.toyotarent.com
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Suppliers
Mr. Alexander Charpentier alex@carpechepe.com www.carpechepe.com
Mr. Sergio Barrantes somos@cirkovivo.com www.cirkovivo.com
Mr. Reiner AlpĂzar Ovares rey.alpizar@gmail.com www.reineralpizar.com
F&B Tours - Circus Entertainment - Photography Back to index
Venues
Mr. Manrique Segura manrique.segura@parqueviva.com www.parqueviva.com
Mr. Alejandro Castro alejandro.castro@costaricacc.com www.costaricacc.com
With all the conditions for trade shows, concerts, congresses and conventions, with 9000m² of space, plus an amphitheater for 16,000 people
Costa Rica’s first conventions center with a capacity for 6,571 delegates, with a bioclimatic, environmental and sustainable design and architecture
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Best regards and PURA VIDA!!!
Anthony Tencio, Data Executive Meetings@CostaRicaCVB.com www.CostaRicaCVB.com +506 2221-3753