Country Info
- San Jose
- Capital
- Costa Rican Colon (CRC)
- Currency
- 3,773,057
- Population
- CR
- Country Code
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Weather in Costa Rica?
Posted by susanme
Hi, Am planning a 3-week vacation to Costa Rica September 2005. Everything is pretty much settled on the routes and itineries. But the one defining factor which we keep on reading about is the weather. In short we were wondering if anyone has ...
Weather in Costa Rica?
Posted by montezuma
Hi, Am planning a 3-week vacation to Costa Rica September 2005. Everything is pretty much settled on the routes and itineries. But the one defining factor which we keep on reading about is the weather. In short we were wondering if anyone has ...
Costa Rica - west or east?
Posted by ashleybrown
I went to Manuel Antonio, Puerto Zimenez, Zancudo, Pavones and more. It's just incredible. Would love to visit Costa Rica again. As far as accommodations are concerned you can check out a good local directory of Costa Rica. It would help you a lot. You ...
single chick going to costa rica in march - but where?
Posted by mmbcross
... on Costa Rica. You can visit your local book shop as well. I consider one of the best guides is Moon Handbooks. Also visit the Costa Rica Tourism Board site at . Regrettably this is a high-tech site, hence it's rather annoying to get around. I wish ...
single chick going to costa rica in march - but where?
Posted by starlagurl
Oh, my best friend is obsessed with Costa Rica, she loves it. I will ask her to advise you. Be back in a bit. In the meantime, check out some TravelPod blogs and see where other people stayed.
Kid-Friendly Manuel Antonio
Posted by crtravler
Since parents have become more adventurous, destinations like Costa Rica are now popular for family travelers. Young travelers tag along with their parents for adventure and beach during summertime in Manuel Antonio, from December to April. Entire ...
Night Buses in Costa Rica
Posted by mmbcross
... using regular transport on night runs due to security concerns. Here's an online book you can purchase about travel in Costa Rica if you are really serious about going there. Last but not least, consult our own travelpodders. Skim through these ...
Free trip to Costa Rica
Posted by starlagurl
Any ambitious bloggers interested in going to Costa Rica on short notice? I just received an email from the Costa Rica Tourist Board, who is sponsoring a trip for writers Sept. 28-Oct. 3. The theme is green and sustainable tourism, just PM me and I' ...
No hippies allowed in Costa Rica
Posted by starlagurl
I thought this was funny. A tries to book a flight to Costa Rica using a voucher and the lady on the phone tells him that he will need to prove how he is getting back to Costa Rica. After he tells her he doesn't know, she says "entry is ...
Costa rica
Posted by semi-backpacker
... tips that I can use whilst I am there.Am flying with Martin air has anyone flown on them?? Hi Shoestring, I'm in Costa Rica right now. I agree with other travelers that suggest skipping San Jose all together. I would recommend visiting the La Paz ...
Costa rica
Posted by 1mod
Hi, has anyone out there been to Costa Rica? I am going on the 28th of September flying in to San Jose and am looking for any handy tips that I can use whilst I am there.Am flying with Martin air has anyone flown on them?? I flew in on Spirit ...
Weather in Costa Rica?
Posted by seaboy
Hi, Am planning a 3-week vacation to Costa Rica September 2005. Everything is pretty much settled on the routes and itineries. But the one defining factor which we keep on reading about is the weather. In short we were wondering if anyone has ...
spanish schools in costa rica
Posted by oldhongerlady
hey guys, I'm interested in learning spanish in costa rica. I'm curious to know if anyone else has any experiences with doing this, or anyone who can think of specific cities or names of schools that they would recommend? I've never been to ...
Costa Rica - west or east?
Posted by Janice
Hi, I just returned from 3 months in Costa Rica and travelled to both east and west coasts. I think that the Caribbean side is so worth checking out. Tortuguero, north of Limon, is so amazing - is only accessible by boat and you will see every kind of ...
Weather in Costa Rica?
Posted by RobJo
Hi, Am planning a 3-week vacation to Costa Rica September 2005. Everything is pretty much settled on the routes and itineries. But the one defining factor which we keep on reading about is the weather. In short we were wondering if anyone has ...
Oceanside Luxury Lodging
Posted by crtravler
... traveler would be in the amazing oceanside villas and hotels. There are more of them in Manuel Antonio than anywhere else in Costa Rica. I am setting up a blog to help all new comers who want to receive updated lodging advice for their trip planning to ...
Costa Rica - west or east?
Posted by trinitrish
... , Playa Flamingo, Tamarindo, Playa Grande, Playa Coco, Nicoya, Manuel Antonio, Jaco, Alajuela, Cartago. This is mainly in the Central and western side of Costa Rica. It was a wonderful and packed trip completed in two weeks! I recommend it!
Manuel António vs Punta Leona
Posted by ccrpt
Hi!! Travelling to Costa Rica in beggining of March and visiting san jose (1 day), tortuguero (2days), monteverde (2 days), guanacaste beach (3 days) and now can't decide if manuel antónio (4 days) or Punta Leona (4 days)... Help ...
Manuel António vs Punta Leona
Posted by ccrpt
Hi!! Travelling to Costa Rica in beggining of March and visiting san jose (1 day), tortuguero (2days), monteverde (2 days), guanacaste beach (3 days) and now can't decide if manuel antónio (4 days) or Punta Leona (4 days)... Help please!&# ...
CAR RENTAL IN QUEPOS - Quepos travel question
Posted by ryanpowell
... full month stay. Does anyone know a good/cheap car rental agency in Quepos ? We heard horror stories about renting a car in Costa Rica. Thank you all, Vicky Hola Vicky, The rental car experience here is ruff. If you use debt instead of Credit Card ...
CAR RENTAL IN QUEPOS - Quepos travel question
Posted by vickyfanea
We will be arriving in Quepos on December 17, 2010 for a full month stay. Does anyone know a good/cheap car rental agency in Quepos ? We heard horror stories about renting a car in Costa Rica. Thank you all, Vicky
14 days in Costa Rica Mid Oct - End
Posted by midday1200
... Pacific. I thought it was too rainy there during our travel time. (Mid-end of Oct). Do you know? Also I tried to download Costa Rica to my TomTom GPS and they didn't have maps for most of South and Central America (only Brazil and Argentina)! ...
Transportation help
Posted by mjusseaume
I am going on my honeymoon to Costa Rica in 10 days and am looking for advice on how to get around in country. I have been advised against renting a car from friends. We get in too late to take the airport transportation shuttle from the airport. We dont ...
Corcovado National Park
Posted by turista2010
Hi Corcovado is amazing place, i am fall in love to costa rica. I want to visit it again.
Corcovado National Park
Posted by crteenamora
... routes and want to enjoy the real nature untouched by men, approaching a life style very different from the urban one. The southern route is your rural destination in Costa Rica. If you wat more information about my country, you can ask me See you later
Manuel Antonio vs Tortuguero in August? - Tortuguero, Monte Verde, Arenal, Manuel Antonio travel question
Posted by worldliest
I am traveling to Costa Rica in August and trying to decide between Manuel Antonio and Tortuguero. While I prefer to be off the beaten path, I'm wondering if Manuel Antonio would be a better experience with less rainfall? You may miss the ...
Manuel Antonio vs Tortuguero in August? - Tortuguero, Monte Verde, Arenal, Manuel Antonio travel question
Posted by cathiev
I am traveling to Costa Rica in August and trying to decide between Manuel Antonio and Tortuguero. While I prefer to be off the beaten path, I'm wondering if Manuel Antonio would be a better experience with less rainfall?
CR Holiday Travel Query -- Help
Posted by mnruhs
My wife and I are planning a 2 week trip in Costa Rica between Dec 18 and the 31st (2 weeks) of this year. We're traveling with our 14 year-old daughter. This is not our first trip to a developing country, but we have a few questions we're looking ...
Costa Rica - west or east?
Posted by worldliest
... sides of the same coin. They both offer plenty of adventure. The Central Pacific has some nice areas, Jaco is not one of them. For an island feel you go to the Caribbean for more developed areas the Pacific. Costa Rica has something for everyone.