A summary of several thousand comments from visitors on the Costa Rica Travel Group when asked what they should have brought on vacation. leave it | bring it | on both lists | full packing list |...
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The items on this list can be checked off in a few minutes but if you discover something that needs doing don’t wait until the last minute to be sure you’re ready to visit Costa Rica. checkli...
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Alert: The ferry service from Puntarenas to/from Paquera has been resumed. It was closed for several weeks after the Naviera Tambor Ferry crashed into and damaged the dock at Paquera in early Apr...
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ATMs in Costa Rica dispense both of the widely accepted currencies (colones and dollars), and are the most common way for travelers to access cash. zero fees | reduced fees | safety | empty & bro...
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Using the simple strategy below can save travelers hundreds of dollars/euros/pounds on a Costa Rica vacation. Money – Cash/Credit/Debit Cards The lowest transactional cost, safest and most conv...
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Currency Conversion Made Easy – Simple Exchange from Colones to Dollars As you can see in the chart of official exchange rates at Costa Rica’s banks and financial institutions below they will...
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U.S. Dollar & Costa Rican Colón The official currency of the Republic of Costa Rica is the colón (colones plural) but U.S. dollars are accepted nearly everywhere, dispensed by ATMs, locals bank...
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Travelers frequently ask if they need to go to the bank in the U.S. to get Costa Rican colones (the local currency) before traveling. U.S. dollars are accepted nearly everywhere, dispensed by ATM...
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how much to tip? | colones or dollars? | not culturally acceptable? What About the Tip Included in Restaurant Bills? When you go to your automobile mechanic you receive an itemized bill for parts...
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The best way to access funds and pay for things while traveling in Costa Rica depends on… Security Economy Convenience Each is important. For example it would be convenient but not too safe t...
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