At the start of Costa Rica’s dry season, thoughts of summer tennis in Melbourne might seem out of place. But as the 2026 Australian Open draws near, set to run from January 11 to 25 at Melbourne Park, the event stirs something deeper for many in Central America. It’s not just about the matches; it’s […] The post Why the Australian Open Tempts Central Americans to Plan Epic Trips appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate .