🇨🇷 Upala, Costa Rica

Upala is a city located in the Alajuela province of Costa Rica. With a population of approximately 45,000 people, it is a small but growing city. While Upala is not directly on the coast, it is close to the Gulf of Nicoya, which offers opportunities for seafarers and shipowners. The city itself does not have any ports or shipyards, but it is a hub for agricultural activities, including the production of bananas and other tropical fruits, which may be of interest to crewing companies in the shipping industry