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Quick Guide 2018

Easy air access frommajor cities in NorthAmerica and Europe

Commitment to sustainability

Country of peace

Wide range of services and facilities

for meetings

High level of education:.

High quality of medical services

Strategic location

WHY MEETINGS IN COSTA RICA?

Meeting costs are tax-deductible for US

organizations and citizens

Costa Rica’s first conventions center with a capacity for 4000 delegates, with a bioclimatic, environmental

and sustainable design and architecture

Mr. Alvaro Rojas

alvaro.rojas@costaricacc.com

www.costaricacc.org

4000 pax

Venue

With all the conditions for trade shows, concerts, congresses and conventions, with 9000m² of space, plus

an amphitheater for 16,000 people

Mr. Manrique Segura

manrique.segura@parqueviva.com

www.parqueviva.com

16000 pax in the amphitheater

5000 pax

Venue

El Mangroove brings a brand-new destination to the shores of Papagayo Bay in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Itsearly-2014 debut unveiled 85 bohemian-chic suites; complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property; 5,000square feet of contemporary meeting space; a choice of dining options specializing in farm- and ocean-to-table cuisine; and relaxation options that range from a steam room to gym to indoor and outdoor spatreatment rooms.

Mrs. Cindy Ramírez

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. Enjoyspacious accommodations near the beach, restaurants that make magnificent use of local ingredients, a fullservice 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 aunique 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 milesaway. Perfectly situated on a serene beachfront and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, this hideaway willoffer an Unlimited-Luxury® 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 thanwhen 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

North Pacific Hotels (Guanacaste)

With 152 luxurious hotel rooms, three restaurants, 44 beachfront condos for sale, and a Las Vegas StyleCasino, 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 López

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 1,100-

acre 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 Pacific Hotels

The Hotel is located just 8 miles from SJO International Airport and 3 miles from the center of San José, the

capital of Costa Rica. Well connected to the main business, shopping and leisure areas, such as the

National Stadium. The 254 rooms are fully equipped with all of the necessary features to enjoy a perfect

stay, whether for work or pleasure Its 17 meeting rooms feature different capabilities, with all the technology

for conferences, conventions, and events. It also has a convention center with capacity for up to 1,100

people, the ideal setting for any event to be a complete success.

Mr. Steven Chinchilla

sanjose.ventas4@barcelo.com

www.barcelo.com

254 pax

1100 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 Ramírez

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 Corobicí 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

Central Valley

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

Caribbean (Tortuguero)

Mr. Marcos Crespo

mcrespo@crtteam.com

www.costaricaincentives.com

Mrs. Silvia Salazar

silvia@actuacostaricadmc.com

www.actuacostaricadmc.com

Mr. Mathías Terrade

info@castcr.com

www.castcr.com

Mrs. Nuvia Ramirez

nramirez@comexpcr.com

www.comexpcr.com

Mr. Leonel Bonilla

leonel@micecentroamerica.com

www.micecentroamerica.comMr. Raimond Barquero

raimond.barquero@destinationservices.com

www.destinationservices.com

DMC´s & PCO´s

1

Mrs. Liliana Bonilla

Liliana@escapesvip.com

www.escapesvip.com

Mrs. Natalia Roblero

nroblero@memorablecostarica.com

www.memorableincentives.com

Mrs. Silvia Fallas

sfallas@discoverycr.com

www.discoverycr.com

Mr. Christophe Marybrasse

cm@cactustour.com

www.cactustour.com

Mr. Gilberto Chávez

gilberto@masco.co.cr

www.masco.co.cr

DMC´s & PCO´s

Mrs. Irene Dobles, CMP

idobles@costaricameetings.com

www.idembusiness.com

2

Mr. Álvaro Arguedas

info@excelentedmc.com

www.excelentedmc.com

Mrs. Silvia Lobo

slobo@expedicionestropicales.com

www.expedicionestropicales.com

Mrs. Roys Díaz

office@costaricadreamtravel.com

www.costaricadreamtravel.com

Mr. Mauricio Arévalo

mao@costaricadmc.com

www.costaricadmc.com

DMC´s & PCO´s

3

Mr. Mauricio Moreno

mmoreno@branderscr.com

www.branderscr.com

Mr. Roberto Oreamuno

roreamuno@globaleventscrc.com

www.globaleventscrc.com

Mrs. Judith Ulate

julate@tamtravel.com

www.tamtravel.com

Mrs. Paulina Herrera

pherrera@crtoptours.com

www.costaricatoptours.com

Mrs. Helena Chavarría

MICE@premiodmc.com

www.premiodmc.com

DMC´s & PCO´s

4

Mrs. Nuvia Ramirez

nramirez@comexpcr.com

www.comexpcr.com

Mr. Leonel Bonilla

leonel@micecentroamerica.com

www.micecentroamerica.com

Mr. David Johnson

djohnson@ividmc.travel

www.ividmc.com

Mrs. Alejandra Aguilar

aaguilar@turvisa.co.cr

www.turvisa.co.cr

Mr. Adolfo Vargas

avargas@horizontes.com

www.meetingsbyhorizontes.com

Mr. Carlos Montero

Carlos.montero@swisstravelcr.com

www.swisstravelcr.com

DMC´s & PCO´s

5

Mr. Gilberto Chávez

gilberto@masco.co.cr

www.masco.co.cr

Mrs. Irene Dobles, CMP

idobles@costaricameetings.com

www.idembusiness.com

Mr. Juan José Guerrero

juanjose@aratours.com

www.selectedmoments.com

Mr. Mario Gutiérrez

viatur@racsa.co.cr

www.viaturtravel.net

Mr. Fabián Torres

fabian@panoramacr.com

www.panoramacr.com

Mrs. Sharon Sagot

mice@summitcostarica.com

www.summitcostarica.com

DMC´s & PCO´s

6

Mr. Mauricio Moreno

mmoreno@branderscr.com

www.branderscr.com

STRATEGIC ALLIES ATTRACTIONS AUDIOVISUAL SUPPORT

ORGANIZERS & PRODUCERS

OF EVENTS

DECORATION COMPANIES

RENT A CAR SUPPLIERS

FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION

***We are not sending your RFP to these companies***

Strategic Allies for promotion

Mrs. Candy Cordero

ccordero@copaair.com

www.copa.com

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Mrs. Tatiana Orozco

tatiana.orozco@ict.go.cr

www.costaricapuremeetings.com

Mrs. Christine Krisham

gerencia@desafiocostarica.com

www.desafiocostarica.com

Mr. Ronald Jimenez

rjimenez@elviejowetlands.com

www.elviejowetlands.com

Mr. Bryan Rojas

luxury@vipcitybus.com

www.vipcitybus.com

Attractions

Adventure - City Tour - Culture

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Mr. Lenín Jiménez

ljimenez@av.cr

www.av.cr

Mr. Gilberth Gutiérrez

gerencia@wsolutionscr.com

www.wsonido.com

Mr. Carlos Chacón

carlos.chacon@voxcostarica.com

cr.voxnetwork.com

Audiovisual Support

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Mrs. Hazel Barrantes

ventas@cedeeventos.com

www.cedeeventos.com

Mr. Ramon Gascue

rgascue@octametro.com

www.octametro.com

Mrs. Marcela Barrantes

gerencia@jmeventos.com

www.jmeventos.com

Mr. Paulo Gutierrez

pgutierrez@skypublicidad.com

www.skypublicidad.com

Mr. Lester Sanchez

lesther@tecnologiaexpresscr.com

www.tecnologiaexpresscr.com

Organizers & Producers of Events

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Mrs. Flor Carreras

flor@interdepro.com

www.interdepro.com

Rent a Car

DIVERSITY OF VEHICLES FOR YOUR EVENT

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Mrs. Gabriela León

gleon@toyotarent.com

www.toyotarent.com

Mr. Andres Mendez

amendez@thrifty.cr

www.thrifty.com

Mr. Erick Venegas

erick.venegas@ehiglobal.cr

www.natcar.com

Mrs. Jeannette Ruíz

jruiz@solidcarrental.com

www.solidcarrental.com

Mr. Sergio Barrantes

somos@cirkovivo.com

www.cirkovivo.com

Suppliers

Mr. Reiner Alpízar Ovares

rey.alpizar@gmail.com

www.reineralpizar.com

Circus Entertainment - Photography

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UNIQUE & AWESOME DECORATIONS

Mrs. Laura Meneses

lmeneses@realcecr.com

www.realcecr.com

Mr. Carlos Gil

carlosgil@ice.co.cr

www.eventoscarlosgil.com

Decoration Companies

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Anthony Tencio, Data Executive

Meetings@CostaRicaCVB.com

www.CostaRicaCVB.com

+506 2221-3753

Best regards and PURA VIDA!!!