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Costa Rica has something for everyone. If you are an impulsive adventurer seeking an adrenaline rush, you will definitely find it in Costa Rica. If you prefer to spend some quality time with a good book on a sun swept beach, we’ve got a few of those too.
For budget types, transport around the country is plentiful: local buses can carry you to just about every nook and cranny; boats will pick up where buses leave off. For the more discriminating or time-pressed, minivans with air-con, domestic flights and charters can reach even the most remote corners. Accommodations also range from bargain-basement cabins, campsites and hammock hotels, all the way up to first-class resorts loaded with luxury.
Lodging is abundant and it’s usually easy to find someplace to stay when you arrive in town. The exceptions to this rule are the weeks between Christmas and New Year’s Day and before and during Semana Santa (the week preceding Easter Sunday). It is also a good idea to book accommodations ahead of time during the school vacation in January and February.
Note that because Costa Rica has a high standard of living, prices here tend to be a good deal higher than those of other Central and Latin American nations.
DON`T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT...
Checking the latest visa situation and government travel advisories.
Insect repellent containing DEET; and if you’re planning large-scale jungle adventures (or staying in budget lodging), a mosquito net.
Pepto-Bismol or an antidiarrheal, in case you get a bad dose of the trots.
Sunblock and a hat, so you don’t get cooked by the tropical sun.
Clothes that you don’t mind getting absolutely filthy or wet.
Swimsuit and beach towel.
A pair of river sandals or reef-walkers and sturdy jungle boots.
A waterproof, windproof jacket and warm layers for highland hiking.
A flashlight (torch).
Binoculars and a field guide.
Miscellaneous necessities: umbrella, padlock, matches, pocketknife.
Your sense of adventure.
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