Archive for October 30th, 2008

US Tourists to Seek Closer Vacation Spots for the Holidays

Thursday, October 30th, 2008

A recent article published in the Costa Rican newspaper, La Republica, stated that the North American traveler is looking to cut back on their travel plans. These cut backs refer to anywhere from traveling to closes destinations, staying less time or simply not traveling at all.

However, Costa Rican authorities are confident that the country’s proximity to the U.S, a good dollar value as well as a low budget variety in accommodations and attractions will attract tourists. Although the expected tourism influx may not be met, Costa Rica will still have a good high season. (more…)

Costa Rica protects green macaw by banning logging of mountain almond tree

Thursday, October 30th, 2008

Costa Rica’s high court has prohibited the cutting of a certain species of tree, in part because a highly endangered type of parrot uses the tree almost exclusively for nesting.

With one decision, the Sala IV constitutional court protected the mountain almond tree and the great green macaw, specifically in a sprawling area in northern Costa Rica. However, the court also ordered the Ministerio de Ambiente y Energa to spread the word to all its regional officials, thus protecting the tree throughout the country. The Sala IV also ordered the environmental courts to monitor compliance with the decision. (more…)