FAQs

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What should we bring to Costa Rica?

Answer

Toiletries Medications Steamer (rooms don’t have irons) Sunscreen (it’s expensive in CR) Bug spray (just in case you need it) Swimsuit Light rain jacket Walking/hiking shoes or hiking sandals or water shoes Flashlight or headlamp Flip flops or sandals Sunglasses & hat Long pants for hiking (quick dry material) Travel Microfiber towels (if you have one) Any specific snacks or foods you will need or want Water pack if going on the hike

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What will the weather be like?

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Warm to hot & humid. It will be the dry season, but there is still lots of moisture in the air. The mornings will be cool to warm (high 60's to low 70s) & the highs can be in the 80s-90s. It will be humid.

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Is the tap water safe to drink?

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Yes. You don’t need to buy bottles of water. You can drink the tap water and refill your reusable container (if you have one).

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Are there stores nearby?

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Not really. We will be up in the rainforest, a 1.5-hr drive to Liberia, the nearest city. The small towns nearby may have small convenient type stores. Make sure you have what you need.

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What currency is accepted?

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The resort will take American currency & credit cards. If you pay in American dollars your change will be in Costa Rican Colones, so bring some small denominations. If you are venturing out, smaller towns may prefer Colones. We had both American dollars & some Colones.

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Internet Service?

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Internet is very spotty. The resort will have internet, but it’s not fast & the signal can be weak. Streaming video can be difficult, download any movies before you leave the states. We also recommend downloading Costa Rica from google maps. You will have access to the maps when you’re in areas without service.