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Every country seems to have their own set of requirements when traveling 'in' and 'out,' and Costa Rica is no exception. When making your travel plans to Costa Rica, it’s good to know the ‘details,’ the nitty gritty; you know, the stuff about a country that only someone who lives here would REALLY know. We love travel books and travel agents, but sometimes, they just don’t really know. Living here, we would like to think we’ve learned a thing or two about this beautiful country, and we’d love to share the information we’ve learned with YOU. Some of this travel information is common sensical, or merely a reminder of things you may have forgotten you know. But some of this information could mean the difference between a vacation that is enjoyed and remembered by all; or one which could leave you scratching your head wondering where it all went wrong. And as always, we HOPE it helps. Enjoy!
Our job is to travel around Costa Rica and video tape our experiences in order to provide you, the traveler, the BEST and most updated videos and information. Some information isn't pleasant and doesn't always present 'a country' in the BEST light, but all countries have their problems and issues and Costa Rica is obviously no exception. When it may appear we're 'bad mouthing', we're actually attempting to EDUCATE or make others aware of a situation- without education, change can NOT occur, and you the traveler will end with a bad experience, wondering if you were somehow mislead. We believe in honesty. Costa Rica is a wonderful and beautiful country regardless of it's shortcomings, come and enjoy, but let us help you with the homework.
- In these videos we cover the important tourist towns that are located here in Costa Rica. From the Capital of Costa Rica, San Jose, to the popular La Fortuna (Arenal Volcano area). We check out the pacific beach towns of Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Montazuma, Mal Pais, and Samara. We give you a brief over view of the towns and quick look at what they have to offer. Did you know... the Arenal Volcano is not visible year around? or that it erupts on an average of 23 times a day? Well, we cover that information as well. Here, there's even more INFO: Costa Rica Major Towns and Regions or Check OUT some VIDEOS: Costa Rica Major Towns and Regions Videos
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- Whatever you need to know about traveling to Costa Rica- we probably have it. We go over information such as, First Aid kits, Backing up your travel documents, what's the BEST way to access your money and TONS of other important Travel Tips to ensure your Costa Rican vacation is a memorable one. Did you know... many hotels and other establishments might not allow you to flush your used toilet paper down the tank? or that one of the biggest scams here is for someone to slash the tires of your rental car.... only to have an accomplice pull up to play 'Good Samaritan' and rob you blind? Well, we go over that information as well. Here's MORE great INFO: Must Know Costa Rica Information or view some VIDEOS: Travel Tips while in Costa Rica Videos
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- Costa Rica is a small country, but you still have to get around the country to see it. There are variety of different ways to see Costa Rica and we try and list some of the more popular routes taken to get from point A to point B. From domestic flights to the more popular tourist destinations to the cheap public buses. Did you know... you can get a bus from Costa Rica to Nicaragua for as little as $10? or that the taxis around Costa Rica sometimes have to be asked to turn their meters on in hopes they don't charge you more? Well, we cover that and MORE, you can read up on it: Getting Around Costa Rica or check out our videos on the subject: Transportation around Costa Rica Videos
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- Who knew Costa Rica was so GAY! are they really!!? Costa Rica decriminalized homosexuality between consenting adults in the 1970s. Since then, a series of legal rulings, on a judicial as well as administrative level, have turned things around for Costa Rican lesbians and gay men. They have a thriving gay community in more than just the capital city, and hotels and B&B's are sprouting up all around the country catering to both gay men and women. Did you know... Colours Oasis, Abercam La Fortuna, and Las Aguas Jungle Lodge are some of the more popular gay hotels in Costa Rica? or that Manuel Antonio is losing its status as the 'Gay Capital of Costa Rica'? If it pertains to GAY, we talk about it. Read MORE on Gay Travel: Gay Costa Rica Information or CHECK out our VIDEOS: Gay Costa Rica Videos
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- For years Costa Rica has been known as an inexpensive place to travel. It's only been till recently where people started comparing the prices of things in Costa Rica to the prices of things in Hawaii or Paris. Back in the days, Tabacon Hot Springs cost $15 to ENJOY- now it's up past $70 just to visit the Hot Springs. Did you know... There is a free hot spring right across the street from Tabacon? or that rooms can still be found around Costa Rica for as little as $3 a night? That and MORE: Things to do in Costa Rica or view more Videos: Backpacking (Cheap Stuff) in Costa Rica Videos
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- Hotels... Hotels... and more Hotels... Costa Rica is full of hotels. In our small tiny little town of La Fortuna (Arenal Volcano area) we only have one street light directing traffic, but have over 110 hotels, B&B's, hostels, resorts, and vacation rentals waiting for the incoming tourist. Did you know... Some Costa Rica hotels don't have hot water? or that when you pay in cash they will sometimes give you a discount? We have THAT and MORE: Read information on Planning your trip to Costa Rica or View our Videos: Hotels in Costa Rica Videos
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- From the small mom and pops restaurants to the massive chain restaurants Costa Rica has them all. Even though Costa Rica is not known for there food you can still get a great meal full of local flavors at a reasonable price. Casados are a staple here in Costa Rica and can be found at 90% of the restaurants around the country. Did you know... Ceviche (raw fish in lemon juice is the second most popular item on the menus in Costa Rica? or that in most restaurants- there is a 23% tax added to your bill for tax and tips? So much to know- don't learn the HARD way, here's MORE info: Costa Rican Tico Culture or check out OUR VIDEOS: Restaurants in Costa Rica Videos
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- Throughout our travels around Costa Rica we've collected a few videos that don't really fit in a category so we've placed them here. We have informational videos on animals, music videos from scenic pictures we've collected, and other helpful information. Did you know... Costa Rica is not an Island... you'd be surprised, or that your passport can be stolen and resold for upwards of $10,000? Read more IMPORTANT miscellaneous stuff: Miscellaneous Costa Rican Information or check out our VIDEOS: Miscellaneous Stuff in Costa Rica Videos
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- “So, how much money do you need to live in Costa Rica?” I would probably answer with a few questions of my own: Do you want to simplify your life, or do you want to maintain your current standard of living? Do you want to live in the city, by the beach, or rural Costa Rica? Are you young or old? Do you have a medical condition? Do you need to work here to supplement your income, or are you ‘retired’ and in no need of money? Are you starting a business? Do you want to live with other expats or immerse yourself in the culture, or both? Renting or buying a place? We have ALL the INFO: Living in Costa Rican Information or check out our Videos: Living in Costa Rica Videos
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