American actor and film producer Channing Tatum and his girlfriend, French-Australian model Inka Williams, spent a romantic getaway in Costa Rica, according to People magazine.

Tatum, 45, and Williams, 26, were in the country from Dec. 28, 2025, through Jan. 4, 2026, based on official records from Costa Rica’s General Directorate of Migration.

“The couple, who began dating in February 2025, were spotted enjoying the sun and surf, sharing affectionate moments and a kiss on the beach,” People reported.

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Photos show Tatum sporting a relaxed beach look with dark shorts and a black baseball cap, while Williams wore a black bikini during the outing. The images capture the pair splashing in the water and appearing relaxed and joyful.

Neither Tatum nor Williams has publicly commented on the trip, but the photos suggest the couple enjoyed the laid-back atmosphere of Costa Rica and welcomed the New Year immersed in the country’s “pura vida” lifestyle, a local expression associated with a relaxed and positive approach to life.

Tatum was named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world in 2022. He made his film debut in the drama Coach Carter (2005) and rose to prominence with She’s the Man (2006) and the dance film Step Up (2006).

His most successful films include G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009), 21 Jump Street (2012), The Vow (2012), Magic Mike (2012), G.I. Joe: Retaliation (2013), White House Down (2013), 22 Jump Street (2014), Foxcatcher (2014), Magic Mike XXL (2015), The Hateful Eight (2015), Hail, Caesar! (2016), Logan Lucky (2017), The Lost City (2022), Magic Mike’s Last Dance (2023) and Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).

Tatum is among several international celebrities who have recently drawn global attention to Costa Rica as a holiday destination at the end of the year.  Israeli actress Gal Gadot, best known for portraying Wonder Woman in the DC Extended Universe, spent the New Year holiday in Costa Rica for the second consecutive year.

During the Christmas season, American television host and comedian Jimmy Fallon also vacationed in the country with his family.

Australian actor, singer and producer Hugh Jackman, widely known for his role as Wolverine in the X-Men film franchise, visited Costa Rica during the holiday season as well.

In November 2025, American singer, songwriter and actress Demi Lovato, known for her Disney Channel work and pop-rock music career, also traveled to Costa Rica.

Tourism remains one of Costa Rica’s strongest industries. As of September 2025, more than 2.2 million travelers arrived in Costa Rica by air overall.

In 2024, the country welcomed over 2.6 million international air arrivals, a 7% increase from the previous year.

The sector also generated more than $5.4 billion in foreign exchange earnings in 2024.

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