Monday, April 16, 2012

Investment

OKAY Industries invests $1.5 million in Costa Rica plant

 

Posted: Monday, April 16, 2012 - By Tico Times
OKAY becomes the third company in the medical supplies sector to launch operations during the first quarter of 2012.
Okay Industries Inc., a company that specializes in the production of high-precision metal components for the medical supplies industry, last week inaugurated a $1.5 million, 1,400 square-meter plant in Costa Rica. The new facility – the company’s first plant outside the United States – is located in Free Trade Zone Z, in the province of Alajuela, north of San José.
“Today, we have 41 [international] companies operating in Costa Rica with more than 122 different products that are being exported to 73 destinations in the Americas, Asia, Oceania and Europe,” Foreign Trade Minister Anabel González said. “We will continue consolidating our country’s prestige as a leader in the medical supplies industry on an international scale.”
Okay Industries President Jason Howey said the decision to start operations in Costa Rica was a result of the stability the country offers investors, the strong medical-device industry that already operates here, and the availability of highly educated workers.

Contiki Vacations Welcomes Costa Rica and Ecuador/Galapagos as Exciting New Destinations in 2012-2014 Latin America Brochure

Youth tour operator offers 11 itineraries throughout Mexico, Costa Rica, Ecuador/Galapagos, and South America 

 

Anaheim, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2012
Building upon the success of last year’s inaugural South America program, Contiki Vacations - the worldwide leader in fun travel packages for 18-35’s - is thrilled to introduce the addition of hot spots Costa Rica and Ecuador to its lineup for the 2012-2014 Latin America brochure, which also features Mexico as well. The brochure is available in print and online at http://www.contiki.com/brochures.
Contiki now offers 11 itineraries across six countries in Latin America and increased their departures across all trips in the program – an easy decision to make after the initial South America program sold out months before its first tour departure.
The newly added 11-day Galapagos & Ecuador tour and the 12-day Costa Rica Unplugged tour give travelers more life-changing adventures to experience, including:
  •     A Galapagos BBQ feast – one of the best in the country
  •     Ride on the world-famous Devil’s Nose Train, one of Ecuador’s famous attractions
  •     Sunset cruises in Tortuguero, Costa Rica
  •     Rafting, canopy zip-lining, canyoneering, or abseiling in Costa Rica’s Sarapiqui Rainforest
  •     Special stays at the Sarapiqui Rainforest Lodge or the Jungle Lodge in Tortugero
“Contiki continues to evolve by listening to our fans and fellow travelers and delivering the destinations that excite them and the experiences they crave,” said Greg Fischbein, President of Contiki Vacations. “It’s fitting to introduce Costa Rica and Ecuador/Galapagos in this all-new Latin America program, especially after the success of our inaugural launch of South America.”
Each Contiki tour averages 30 passengers, an intimate small group experience that is large enough to meet plenty of other travelers. Each itinerary includes land-only transportation and internal flights, accommodation, breakfast daily and many other meals, sightseeing tours of all major areas, and the services of an experienced Contiki crew and professional driver, plus an English-speaking local guide. Travelers can book these trips immediately, with the first tours running in November 2012. For more information, visit http://www.contiki.com.
About Contiki
Contiki has inspired 18 – 35 year olds to travel to the world’s most fantastic destinations for 50 years. The trips are hassle-free and include the perfect mix of sightseeing, culture and free time. Travelers can choose from over 200 itineraries throughout Europe, Russia, Egypt, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Canada, South America, & the USA. For more information, please visit http://www.Contiki.com

 

Tuesday, April 10, 2012


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Great getaways: Costa Rica, Turkish cruise, Cognac and a summer sale


Costa Rica
Journeys of Distinction has an "Early Bird Saver" offer on a range of worldwide escorted tours. One example is the 11-day trip to Costa Rica, which visits several national parks, for £1,955 per person. It departs on 6 October with Iberia flights from Heathrow via Madrid and includes B&B in jungle lodges and guesthouses. Sale ends 30 April. (Jod.uk.com)

Turkish cruise
This summer, navigate the bays and caves of Turkey's Lycian coast on a traditional gulet boat for £899 per person. The week-long cruise with Exodus includes all meals, activities such as kayaking and visits to several archaeological sites. Flights are with Thomson from Gatwick to Dalaman on either 9 July or 27 August. (Exodus.co.uk)

Cognac
Kirker Holidays has a three-night trip to the vineyards of Cognac for £418 per person. It includes B&B at Le Logis du Paradis, a beautiful former distillery in the Charente Valley, along with BA flights from Gatwick to Bordeaux, and car hire for the duration. The deal is valid for departures up until 27 April. (Kirkerholidays.com)