AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoArts & Culture Exchange: Gaudí’s Casa Batlló lands in Costa Rica with an exhibition of 56 photographs plus music and public events across San José and Cartago, including a special concert by the Sagrada Familia’s official organist. Film & Pop Culture: Fathom expands the 4K theatrical run of The Transformers: The Movie (Sept. 17–21 in North America/UK) and adds international screenings that include Costa Rica, with a new animated short, Optimus Prime: Awakening, as part of the pre-show. Local Arts, Community & Nature: The 16th Whale and Dolphin Festival returns Sept. 4–6 in Costa Ballena, pairing humpback watching with cultural and sporting activities. Road Safety (Public Works): Brasil de Santa Ana’s district council urges MOPT to speed up upgrades at the Piedades interchange, arguing for an overpass or, at minimum, moving forward with an already approved roundabout plan. Wellness Travel Trend: A new piece looks at why visitors keep returning to Costa Rica as wellness shifts beyond spa-only trips toward outdoors, movement, good food, and real rest. Music: Dominican urban artist La Perversa’s “Mona” hits No. 1 in the Dominican Republic and Panama and charts in Costa Rica (#17). Sports: Canadian surfer Erin Brooks wins the Fiji Pro for a second straight WSL Championship Tour title, with Costa Rica’s Brisa Hennessy in the semifinal spotlight.
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