Synopsis
Qasa Alom explores Costa Rica, considered the birthplace of eco-tourism. How does the country maintain the balance between protecting its landscapes and attracting more visitors?
- Programme: The Travel Show
- Episode: Costa Rica: Guarding the Green Revolution
- Channel: BBC News
- Broadcast year: 2023
- Geography | Ecosystems
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