Flight
Liberia International Airport (LIR) is the closest airport. It is approximately 30 mins from Hyatt Andaz, Airport shuttles are included on peak arrival and departure dates. (We believe this will be Wednesday and Sunday, but will need everyone's flights to determine). San Jose International Airport (SJO) is another option. It is approximately 3 hours from the Hyatt Andaz if you decide to explore southern Costa Rica.
Hotel
We highly recommend staying at the 5 star Hyatt Andaz Papagayo Resort. All activities will be here during the weekend. With our group code room rates are $299 per night with breakfast included for 2 at Rio Bhongo . Group rates are available from April 25th-May 4th Airport transfer is included for guests arriving and departing on peak dates. Group Rate Code: WEKY Click link below to book!
Travel Note
Costa Rica is requiring travel insurance to ensure a safe trip and return back to the US. The minimum requirements include $50,000 of health insurance coverage and $2,000 travel and lodging insurance. The health insurance is to ensure medical coverage in case of needing treatment due to Covid-19. The travel and lodging insurance covers each patron in case they contract Covid-19 while in Costa Rica and are be required to quarantine for 10-14 days. The insurance will cover your accommodations for the additional nights due to Covid. We have 3 companies we would recommend to ensure you are fully covered during your trip. See below for information and how to book your travel insurance. It is recommended to book your insurance 48 hours before your flight. You will be asked for it as you board the plane exiting the US. If you don't you will have an option to purchase at the airport at customs, but this will be more expensive
Travel Note
For those of you looking to make a trip out of this event I have listed some websites below that will help in your research. Also at the bottom is a very reputable car rental agency, which Ash and I have used. They have a location outside of the Liberia airport if you are looking to rent a car. Copy and paste address below into new web browser to view website. Overview - https://www.lonelyplanet.com/costa-rica Locations to visit - https://costaricaexperts.com/destinations/papagayo/ Reviews - https://www.costaricavibes.com/ Car rental - https://www.adobecar.com/en/
Travel Note
The CDC is now requiring a negative covid test to return back to the US. You must have a negative covid test within 72 hours prior to your departing flight from Costa Rica OR have a doctors note stating you have recovered from covid within 90 days. The Hyatt Andaz Costa Rica is offering covid tests daily for $140. covid tests are complimentary for any guests stay for 6+ nights at the resort. Some insurances will cover the whole test or a portion of it. Please call your providers to check your coverage.
Travel Note
Option 1: The most cost effective option. It covers the minimum to get into Costa Rica with the healthcare coverage up to $50,000 and $2,000 of travel and lodging insurance. Option 2: Covers $50,000 of health insurance and $4,000 of travel and lodging insurance. Option 3: Customizable health insurance and travel coverage. Covers everything for your entire trip if you were to cancel at any point for any reason.