Kosovo’s tourism has expanded strongly in the post pandemic period, supported by macroeconomic improvements, diaspora engagement, and rising international visitation, yet Prishtina remains, above all, a gateway and business hub. That framing is useful because it sets expectations correctly. The capital is not primarily competing as a long-stay leisure destination. It functions as a connector and a centre of gravity for business, institutions, and international organisations, translating into demand that can be steady, but often short in duration and sensitive to convenience and value.

Costa Rica has built one of the most recognizable tourism identities in the Americas, grounded in sustainability, biodiversity, and nature-based experiences. For decades, this positioning favored low-density, experiential hospitality formats, often at the boutique or eco-luxury end of the spectrum.