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THE only direction is Costa Rica for Zara McDermott.

We’re told the Love Islander turned documentary maker has jetted there to enjoy a romantic break with new man Louis Tomlinson.

Louis Tomlinson at an event.
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Louis Tomlinson spent thousands of pounds to fly Zara McDermott 5,000 miles to see him while he’s making his next albumCredit: Getty
Zara McDermott at the BRIT Awards 2025.
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A source said: 'Louis and Zara are going from strength to strength'Credit: Getty
Louis Tomlinson and Zara McDermott walking hand-in-hand.
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The loved-up couple were pictured on a romantic date in MalibuCredit: BackGrid

Friends revealed that One Direction singer Louis spent thousands of pounds to fly Zara 5,000 miles to see him while he’s making his next album.

They are thought to be at a secluded villa on the coast in Santa Teresa.

A source said: “Louis and Zara are going from strength to strength.

“He got his team to organise her first-class travel from London to Costa Rica over the weekend. It meant Zara was unable to attend the TV Baftas but she is keen to spend as much time with Louis as possible

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“He’s been out in Costa Rica for a few weeks recording his album and is keen to show her the sights.”

In a few weeks, Louis will be back in the UK for Soccer Aid, taking to the pitch at Old Trafford for the annual charity match.

But insiders said Zara wouldn’t be heading to the stadium to cheer him on.

We’re not surprised, given her ex, Sam Thompson, will also be playing.

A friend said: “It will be awkward enough for Louis and Sam, let alone if Zara went. She has no desire to make things about herself and won’t be attending.

“She will be cheering Louis on from home.”

One Direction's Louis Tomlinson DATING Strictly's Zara Mcdermott with exclusive pictures showing their intimate night in top hotel

I first revealed the unlikely duo were an item in March, after a series of low-key dates in the UK.

Last month, Zara flew out to be with Louis in Malibu before the pair returned to the UK.

They proved they were like every other couple, when seen shopping in his local Sainsbury’s.

Nothing says romance quite like do- ing the week’s big shop.

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