9 Steps to Plan the Perfect Trip to

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Pick your destinations

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Create an Itinerary

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BOOK a FLight

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Find Accommodations

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We usually suggest renting a car for the most flexibility in your travel plans. However, if you are staying at a resort, a shuttle is a great option.

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There is something for everyone in Costa Rica! Most activities do not need to be booked ahead of time, but during peak travel season it is good to pre-book.

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Some fun activities in costa rica are...

Surfing....

Fishing...

Zip lining..

tubing and many more...

We definitely suggest trying some of the traditional specialties while in Costa Rica. It is a great way to get a taste for the culture (pun intended).

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Your packing list will greatly depend on where you are going and which season you are visiting. No matter what season, definitely bring bug spray and sunscreen!.

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It is always a good idea to be up to date on the current entry requirements. Especially with COVID, things are always changing.

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9 Steps to Plan the Perfect Trip to

Costa Rica

Pick your destinations

From the Pacific to the Caribbean coast and all the places in between, there are so many amazing options for places to visit in Costa Rica

Step 1

Create an Itinerary

We suggest visiting two destinations for a week-long trip. One beach and one jungle destination is always a good option.

Step 2

BOOK a FLight

There are two international airports in Costa Rica. The San Jose Airport is very centrally located. Liberia is in the northwest corner of the country.

Step 3

Find Accommodations

There are so many options for all different budgets in every Costa Rican location. We suggest checking Booking.com for great rates

Step 4

We usually suggest renting a car for the most flexibility in your travel plans. However, if you are staying at a resort, a shuttle is a great option.

Step 5

Plan Your Transportation

There is something for everyone in Costa Rica! Most activities do not need to be booked ahead of time, but during peak travel season it is good to pre-book.

Step 6

Organize your activities

Some fun activities in costa rica are...

Surfing....

Fishing...

Zip lining..

tubing and many more...

We definitely suggest trying some of the traditional specialties while in Costa Rica. It is a great way to get a taste for the culture (pun intended).

Step 7

Find Places to Eat

Your packing list will greatly depend on where you are going and which season you are visiting. No matter what season, definitely bring bug spray and sunscreen!.

Step 8

Pack for your trip

It is always a good idea to be up to date on the current entry requirements. Especially with COVID, things are always changing.

Step 9

Prepare for entry

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