Costa Rica Travel Information and Advice
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It rains year-round in Costa Rica, and visitors should be sure to bring
a light rain jacket or poncho. However, the months from December
through April are generally considered the “dry season,” with the
rainy, green season starting in May. The busiest travel times in Costa
Rica are during Christmas and New Years, as well as the week leading up
to Easter Sunday, called Semana Santa. For these weeks, hotels are
often fully booked well in advance.
Unlike other Central American countries, clean tap water can generally be found throughout the country and in most tourism destinations. Additionally, most visitors find that they are free to enjoy the food without serious repercussions for their stomachs.
Costa Rica’s unit of currency is the colon. Yet most places will accept US dollars, provided the bill size is not too large and the bill is in good condition. Hotels and tours generally list their prices in dollars. Compared to the rest of the Central America, prices in Costa Rica are relatively high, due in large part to the country’s higher standard of living.
Road conditions throughout the country are quite variable. With the tropical climate and mountainous terrain, many roads are difficult to maintain, and many have never been paved. Some relatively short distances can take many hours due to poor road conditions or traffic, and some roads are simply inaccessible during the rainy season when rivers swell. Therefore, it is always a good idea to check with the locals before planning a day excursion or taking off in your rental car.
Unlike other Central American countries, clean tap water can generally be found throughout the country and in most tourism destinations. Additionally, most visitors find that they are free to enjoy the food without serious repercussions for their stomachs.
Costa Rica’s unit of currency is the colon. Yet most places will accept US dollars, provided the bill size is not too large and the bill is in good condition. Hotels and tours generally list their prices in dollars. Compared to the rest of the Central America, prices in Costa Rica are relatively high, due in large part to the country’s higher standard of living.
Road conditions throughout the country are quite variable. With the tropical climate and mountainous terrain, many roads are difficult to maintain, and many have never been paved. Some relatively short distances can take many hours due to poor road conditions or traffic, and some roads are simply inaccessible during the rainy season when rivers swell. Therefore, it is always a good idea to check with the locals before planning a day excursion or taking off in your rental car.
