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Costa Rico Travel
Located in Central America and bordered by the Caribbean Sea on the East, the Pacific Ocean on the west, Nicaragua to the North and Panama to the South. Costa Rica is the most stable country in Latin America and its scenery is absolutely stunning.

Costa rica travel tips and requirements
The electricity outlets are 120V 60HzHz and use the American/European style plug with two perpendicular flat blades above a circular grounding pin, if you are travelling from the UK you will need an adaptor. The country dialling code is 506. At present citizens of the USA, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Israel, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, South Africa, South Korea, Uruguay, the UK, France and most other western European countries do not need a visa for a 90-day stay, however it is advisable to check with your own embassy prior to travel.

Costa rica travel information
Its fairly easy to get to from USA or Europe using the following airlines all offering direct flights:
American Airlines, United Airlines, LACSA Airlines, Continental Airlines and Delta Airlines. With many other airlines operating charter flights for package deals from major operators. There are two main airports in Costa Rica offering international scheduled flights. Liberia and Juan Santamaria, which is 15 minutes drive from the capital city of San José.

Costa rica travel info
The main attractions in Costa Rico are kind off split between national parks/wildlife refuges and more conventional “touristy” attractions. Main highlights are:

• The Corcovado National Park— Fancy a hike in the tropical rainforest? Then this park is ideal for both serious hikers and those simply looking for a pleasent afternoon stroll in an authentic rainforest.
• National Park of Palo Verde—an as yet undiscovered jewel in the Costa Rican park system. This area has not yet suffered from the influx of tourists and is relatively unspoilt. The trail system leaves something to be desired, but this certainly means fewer crowds and easier access to natural beauty. There are a number of secluded areas that can be explored by boat.
• Caño Negro wildlife refuge—Nature cruises through these wetlands are quite popular with toutists from many parts of the world now, but don’t worry there are still thousands of acres to explore where you will not see another person all day unless you wish to.
• La Fortuna de Bagaces— This is a sleepy hamlet between the volcanoes Miravalles and Rincón de la Vieja. You can delight in the beautiful swimming holes at the base of spectacular waterfalls, and incredible unspoilt forests, in addition the geysers and mud pots of Las Hornillas are just like Yellowstone with abundant natural hotsprings.
• Barra Honda Caverns—Not everyone is interested in caving or spelunking, but for those who are you will appreciate these caves.
• Santa Rosa National Park— protects and provides a mechanism for restoration of perhaps the only significant tropical dry forest in the world that will survive our generation. The main campsites at the headquarters and on playa naranjo serve as jumping off points for extended explorations.
• Monteverde—Probably the most famous attraction. This reserve provides the easiest access to the amazing cloud forests, and there is a grreat infrastructure of resources set up to help you make the most of your visit here. Despite the popularity and growth in tourism in the surrounding areas, a few hundred yards off the main routes and you’re unlikely to see anyone else on the trail.
• Puerto Viejo de Talamanca— Delightful Caribbean village. Delicious fresh fish and coconut dishes/curries, and locally made fragrant spiced breads. Wildlife abounds in the Cahuita National Park and Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge on the coast.

Costa rica travel deals and packages

• Costa Rica Christmas 2007 and New Years Holiday Packages - It is never too soon to start planning your Costa Rica Christmas Holiday because over New Years and Christmas, Costa Rica is incredibly popular and almost guaranteed to fill up quickly.
• Luxury Family All Inclusive in Costa Rico - a luxury all inclusive family holiday, choose from:
  Family Wildlife and Nature Experience, an affordable family holiday in paradise or a Costa Rican Family Adventure, a fun filled tour for you and the family white water rafting, canyoning, surfing, diving and much more!
• Costa Rica Wildlife and Nature Package - Itenerary includes: San Hose/Tortuguero/Arenal/Monteverde/Manuel Antonio/Osa Peninsula /San Jose
• Costa Rica Package - Arenal Volcano/Tamarindo Beach areas.
• Costa Rica Honeymoon Package - A honeymoon Costa package with a difference, centred around Jose/Arenal/Monteverde/Manuel Antonio/San Jose with eco or adventure tours in beautiful Costa Rico.

Costa rica travel agency
Their highly trained team of travel experts is ready to prepare your dream vacation. benefits of using an authentic Costa Rica Travel Agency are that they live in Costa Rica. Utilize their local knowledge and experience! They meet you at the airport and are on call during your stay to deliver first class service and deal with any problems. Costa Rican Vacations - Contact them directly on + 506.296-7715.

Best time to travel to Costa Rica
Try to avoid travelling the week of Good Friday or Christmas week. These are major holidays for Ticos, so everything is crowded, transportation is hectic, and many attractions, shops and restaurants are closed. The rainy season, optomistically called “Green Season by the local tourism industry, usually starts around May and lasts through November with October and November usually the worst months for real downpours.

Costa rica adventure travel
There is probably no better destination worldwide for adventure travel, with about 116 sleeping and active volcanoes, rainforest and cloudforest areas such as Monteverde, Tortuguero and the Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula, tropical dry forests and mangrove swamps. You can choose from a huge variety of one and multi day package tours and adventure travel packages tailored to suit your requirements, featuring national parks, activities as whitewater rafting, rainforest hiking, scuba diving, pot holing, watersports, climbing and bird watching.