CATUCZA thanks its affiliates for supporting local safety efforts, including the temporary Tourist Police station and the new station now 57% complete. The message highlights unity, diversity, and a shared commitment to safety, sustainability, and community development in Santa Teresa and the Blue Zone.

Local leaders, including CATUCZA and ADI MPST, met with national authorities to improve safety and support legal employment in Santa Teresa and Mal País. With 44 nationalities in the area, the initiative promotes inclusion, unity, and sustainable development for the entire community.

CATUCZA participated in the First Territorial Tourism Forum, engaging with local authorities and business leaders to discuss key topics like regenerative tourism, sustainability, and infrastructure improvements.

Lifeguard Costa Rica ensures health and safety in the Blue Zone with 24/7 emergency response, ambulance services, insurance claim support, and free training for local groups. Their efforts protect beaches, support authorities, and enhance emergency readiness, making the region safer for residents and visitors alike.

For emergencies: +506 8512 9111.

The Chamber of Tourism and Commerce of the Blue Zone, CATUCZA, thanks its members and all the people who joined in the fundraising for the safety of our community that took place during the Chamber's relaunch dinner.

CATUCZA reaffirms its firm stance against illegal parties that have long harmed the tourist destination it represents. Committed to promoting regenerative tourism from Malpaís to Manzanillo, the Chamber focuses on building strategic alliances to restore impacted communities and natural environments. Opposed to practices such as drug sales, noise pollution, and underage alcohol consumption, CATUCZA actively supports local authorities in preventing illegal activities. Additionally, the Chamber joins community organizations in urging the Municipal Council to provide a platform to address the harmful impact of clandestine parties on both local communities and the region's tourism.

The Chamber of Tourism and Commerce of the Blue Zone celebrates the start of the long-awaited sewer and road construction project at the Playa Carmen-Santa Teresa intersection. This initiative, delayed for over 12 years, represents a major milestone for the community, driving development and improving quality of life. The project includes rainwater management, curbs, drains, and sidewalks, with property owners encouraged to contribute to sidewalk construction. Nighttime work begins Friday, and drivers are advised to stay informed. The Chamber reaffirms its commitment to fostering a thriving, sustainable, and competitive Blue Zone.

The Cámara de Turismo y Comercio de la Zona Azul expresses deep concern over the operational crisis at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia. Sudden decisions and inadequate communication have led to logistical chaos, economic losses, and damage to the region's competitiveness as a leading tourist destination. The unexpected runway closure has disrupted connectivity, directly impacting the livelihoods of families and businesses in the Nicoya Peninsula and the broader Blue Zone. Immediate and collaborative action is needed to restore confidence, ensure safe and sustainable operations, and protect Costa Rica’s reputation as a reliable and world-class destination.

CATUCZA is actively promoting local production and consumption to support sustainable economic growth in the Nicoya Peninsula. Through initiatives like hosting Cooperativa Coopepilangosta, CATUCZA introduces fresh and value-added local products to affiliated restaurants and cafés, enriching the region's culinary offerings. This engagement not only strengthens local supply chains but also fosters unique tourist experiences, such as coffee tours, enhancing the cultural and economic fabric of the community.

On September 13th, Cóbano was the site of a familiarization tour for six film industry entrepreneurs as part of the Central American and Caribbean Audiovisual Market. This visit highlighted Cóbano’s potential as a film production destination, leveraging Costa Rica’s recent film investment laws and the district’s stunning natural scenery.

Santa Teresa is set to undergo significant infrastructure enhancements following the Municipal Council of Cóbano’s approval of a major road project. This development aims to pave and improve the roads between Playa del Carmen and Quebrada del Carmen, substantially elevating both community well-being and tourist accessibility. The initiative will replace the predominantly gravel and dirt roads with paved surfaces, addressing the dust pollution that has affected the health and environmental quality of the region. With improved roads, Santa Teresa is poised to enhance its economic vitality by attracting more tourists and easing the local transportation of goods and services.

El pasado sábado 24 de agosto el señor Erick Lacayo, Viceministro de Seguridad se dirigió a la comunidad para abordar temas de seguridad alrededor del Distrito. En el encuentro participaron el Intendente Ronny Montero, ADI MP ST, CATUCZA, Miembros de la Fuerza Pública y la Policía Turística, representante de Casa Presidencial para Puntarenas, representantes sector privado y organizaciones de las comunidades de Mal País, Santa Teresa, Playa Hermosa y Manzanillo.