Please RSVP no later than October 16, 2023.
While we love all your children, we are unable to accommodate children due to capacity limits.
Costa Rica is located roughly 10 degrees north of the equator in Central America. Nicaragua borders it to the north and Panama to the south. The Caribbean Sea is to the east and the Pacific Ocean is to the west.
Yes, a passport is mandatory and you must have a plane ticket showing you are leaving CR within 90 days. If you don't have a passport, no worries – you can learn more about obtaining one at the link below. It's an easy process, but don't wait until the last minute as it can take several weeks to over a month for the US government to process. Passport Information: travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html
The closest airport to Tamarindo Beach is Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia (Airport Code: LIR). The drive time from LIR Airport to Tamarindo is approximately 1 to 1.5 Hours. The other option is to fly into Juan Santamaria International Airport in Alajuela, near the capital city, San Jose (Airport Code: SJO). The drive time from SJO to Tamarindo is approximately 4.5+ hours. Important note to consider regarding airport selection: SJO is only recommended if you extend your travel and visit other destinations closer to San Jose.
Spanish! Since English is taught in schools, many locals, especially those who work in the tourism industry speak a high level of English as well!
Day-to-Day We’ll be on the coast so be casual and comfortable! Beachwear, sundresses, sandals, shorts, and tank tops every day. It's too hot for jeans. The Ceremony/Reception We recommend cocktail attire for ceremony and reception.
For questions related to travel / logistics please contact Mil Besos Planning Team at guests@milbesoscostarica.com For other questions please contact Ashlee or Erick directly.
Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted in Costa Rica. A much smaller percentage of businesses accept American Express or Discover. You should contact your credit card company or bank prior to visiting Costa Rica as they may place a security block for unusual foreign transactions if not. Some credit card companies will charge a 1 – 2% international transaction fee. You can often avoid this by changing your plan in advance or using a different credit card that does not charge foreign transaction fees instead. ATM machines are available in most towns. You will have to contact your bank in advance as not all ATM cards are set up for foreign transactions. Similar to credit cards, there is a chance you could be charged a foreign transaction fee.
Nearly everybody accepts the U.S. dollar, so if you have dollars, you do not need to convert it. You will usually receive change in local Costa Rica colones. The exchange rate goes between 500 and 585 colones to $1 USD. You can exchange money at banks or at the airport.
Check with your phone carrier but most phone providers offer a daily rate to use your phone while traveling internationally. Another option is you can turn off roaming and only use the phone when connected to local wifi like at your hotel or an area restaurant. iPhones for example can use Facetime and text without fees while connected to wifi.
Outlets are the same as in the U.S., so no electric adapter/converter is needed!
In the area of Tamarindo, there are a number of excellent doctors that offer a variety of medical services as well as emergency care. In Playa Tamarindo, Dr. Roberto Piloto is located in the center of Tamarindo. He can be reached at +506 2653-1974 and for emergency calls at +506 8835-8074. Beachside Clinic is another option located just a short drive from Tamarindo in Huacas. You can contact the 24-hour clinic at +506 2653-9911. Also, there is a Pharmacy right in the middle of town with a doctor on-site.
Cafe Tico - simple, outside seating, next to the bookshop Nordico Coffee Shop - great coffee, delicious chia seed pudding, nice a/c, and great wifi La Bodega - great quality, wonderful owners Pico Bistro - beachfront, including on-the-sand seating.
Mercadito - An open-air food court style venue with various dining options and a central bar. There is frequently live music, such as an acoustic guitarist or deejay. Langosta beach club - A relaxed and fun oceanside restaurant/bar. Their Gorgopepper Tenderloin is amazing. Dragonfly - A trendy spot with vegetarian and vegan options, also excellent beef. Dragonfly brings an exceptional variety to the menu without too many options. Pizzeria La Baula - Casual pizza spot, playground for kids Green Papaya - great tacos! Bamboo sushi club - Great sushi option Walter's Fish & Cheeses - Authentic Italian Gourmet Store and Restaurant. Please note, this is located in Playa Langosta. All the beachfront bars offer a different vibe and happy hour drinks, so wandering the beach, you'll end up at the right spot!
We suggest hitting up the Duty-Free shop at LIR airport by baggage claim and liquor is also available in all the area grocery stores. Tamarindo has three main supermarkets: Super 2001, Super Compro, and Automercado (Best quality products). There are also several smaller grocery stores that are sprinkled throughout town.