RSSHaving A Carefree And Safe Vacation In Costa Rica
Jan 24
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Costa Rica is one of the most peaceful countries in Central America. This may come as a surprise to those who do not know that Costa Rica is the only Central American country that has not had an army since 1948. Since that time, peace and tranquility have been a common attitude in this beautiful little country.
While traveling to any foreign country there are just unspoken safety tips you should always follow. Costa Rica is no different. Having a vacation that you enjoy and is free of stress is easy in Costa Rica so make your plans and don’t forget these simple things.
Costa Rica accepts American dollars and their currency, colones. Many establishments frown upon traveler’s checks because they take a long time to collect from the bank. There are stories from many business owners who will tell you that they have been burned with Traveler’s check either by the bank or patrons therefore, they are leery to accept them.
If you choose to bring travelers checks to Costa Rica, it’s best to take them into the bank and exchange them for local currency or American dollars. Write down all the numbers on your traveler’s checks and keep them in a safe place separate from the traveler’s checks. Also, never exchange your money on the streets.
Traveling throughout Costa Rica, it’s ok to keep your passport in the hotel safe and just carry a copy of the face page and current stamp page. Best to put your plane tickets, passports and extra checks in a safe spot at the hotel. If you decide to rent a car, it’s the law that you have your rental documents and driver’s license with you while driving.
When traveling through populated areas like San Jose, we suggest you keep your doors locked and the windows up. Valuables left on the seat in the car can be fair game for petty thieves; so don’t risk loosing your valuables. There are many hitchhikers on the roads and we recommend that you do not pick them up.
My Uncle has visited Costa Rica many times and always says, “Costa Rica is the only place I know where you can pick up a hitchhiker carrying a machete and not feel threatened.” Costa Rican’s use these uncharacteristic tools to cut the grass and overhanging tree branches from the roadways. So don’t freak out when you see them traveling down the road brandishing their gardening tools.
Costa Rica has been home to me for over two years and it’s been a pleasant and peaceful experience. The Tico’s, as they are commonly called, are incredibly special people. They are bighearted and enjoy the visitors who come to experience their amazing country.
The locals are hard working and on average, their monthly income is around $400 to $500. They will give you their last meal with love in their heart. Be respectful of them and their country and remember that as a guest in their country, we must respect their culture.
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