tidbits / cositas

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what is the weather like?

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usually, mornings are clear and warm followed by a rain shower in the afternoon and a brisk and chilly evening

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can i drink the tap water in costa rica?

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YES, if it feels sketchy- just buy a bottle of water

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are meals provided?

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YES- for 2 days they will be covered, a welcome linner (lunch+dinner) option served 3/22/23 full wedding day food options served 3/23/23 the attached restaurant is called Loma Linda with the head chef on-site

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will i need to block my rooms or rent through the hotel itself?

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NO, we blocked out the entire hotel and will be giving room assignments after January 2023 *First come, First served*

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do i need any travel documents?

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YES, a passport is best to travel internationally with Immigration officers will ask for the exact name of the hotel you are staying in and when you are departing

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will transportation to and from the venue be provided?

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ROADS ARE A BIT TREACHEROUS YES, we are renting a bus for folx who would like to travel together but you can also drive/rent a car with a license from the USA for up to 3 months

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what is the money situation?

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dollars can be exchanged for colones in the airport current rate hovers near 670 colones for every 1 USD their sales tax is 13% TIP IS ALWAYS ALREADY INCLUDED tolls take both kinds of cash, DEBIT/CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

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will i need a tech adapter?

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NO, plugs are standard size

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should i bring clothes for activities?

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YES, recommended to bring rain gear, swim suits, hiking boots/shoes as well as bug repellent/mosquito nets if you are planning to stay elsewhere. BRING A JACKET

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how can i navigate solo?

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Costa Rica is divided into 7 provinces: San Jose, Heredia, Alajuela, Cartago, Limon, Puntarenas and Guanacaste. Most people travel by bus as CR has no metro/train system https://www.visitcostarica.com/sites/default/files/01-Itinerario-de-buses-2020.pdf

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will my phone work in costa rica?

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YES AND NO if you are sticking to the hotel and popular tourist areas, there is usually connectable wifi while in transit or outside of populated areas, there is NO SERVICE or you may LOSE SERVICE if you NEED service you can purchase a sim card for any phone in the airport to connect to CR wifi and or purchase a data plan most common networks are ClaroCR, KOLBI, Movistar or Tuyo

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want to go on an excursion?

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BOOK ONLY THROUGH LEGIT BUSINESSES check this link for approved activities and vendors https://www.visitcostarica.com/en/costa-rica/things-to-do

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will i like the typical food?

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Rice and Beans are included in nearly every Costa Rican meal, especially breakfast. Potatoes are another Costa Rican staple, part of the starch-rich Tico diet. Pork and beef are the most commonly eaten meats, but chicken and fish dishes are also widely available, especially on the Caribbean coast. Many native fruits and vegetables to enjoy live on trees to be picked or can be purchased at any store and on the side of the road by local ticos

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what stores can i visit while there for necessities?

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Maxi Pali- a sister company of walmart with all essentials and food Soda/Pulperia- a corner store with basic elements such as snacks and drinks similar to WAWA and 7/11 Mas y Menos- large grocery store chain similar to ACME or GIANT