 Precautions
Though traveling to Costa Rica is a definite gain, you should
not be oblivious of certain basic facts while planning your tour.
Do not travel by keeping money and tickets in same pocket or simply
putting in the wallet, in order to avoid any major theft or
loss.
Keep valuables and passports safe, and only carry enough money
for your elementary expenses. It is also advisable to leave a copy
of your itinerary, a photocopy of airline tickets, passport
identification page, driver's license, credit cards, travelers
checks, prescriptions medical history, besides, important business
documents with acquaintances, in case an urgent situation arises.
Be cautious of your health insurance and travel insurance and see
that it has not matured. Apart from that, your medical insurance
should also cover any medical emergency in foreign land.
Exploring the Southern Highlands
Talamanca Range abounds in vegetation and several species of
birds and animals. The range is home to the rain forests or the
cloud forests. One can commonly find here birds like the Quetzal,
which is famous for its colorful plumes, hummingbirds, parrots,
kingfishers and several species of the Trogons and mammals like
Jaguar and ocelot.
Travel hints
The tourists should label their luggage inside and out with
name, address and telephone number. Also use covered luggage tags,
and put a nice tag indicating your office address. Bring extra
batteries for cameras and electronics in order to bypass the
scruples of buying them, while you are busy cruising and admiring
the locales. Protect cameras, batteries, etc. in plastic bags. Even
the humidity of the rain forest can permeate into your electronic
equipment. Quaint customs and cultures of foreign land should be
welcomed by the tourists in good spirit and enjoyed to the
hilt.
First aid
If you are planning for a travel to Costa Rica, first aid should
be your top priority. Pack a small first aid kit having all the
necessary medicines such as antiseptics, antihistamines,
decongestants, band-aids, anti itch ointment, diarrhea medications
and painkillers.
Insect protection
Protection from insects is also equally important. Since Costa
Rica has a tropical climate, it offers an ideal place for various
species of insects to breed. Also, insects are attracted to
fragrant products such as beauty soaps and lotions, perfumes,
lipsticks and deodorants.
Facilities in Costa Rica
The international airport, Juan Santamaria, offers a wide
variety of car rental agencies, taxi services and bus services.
Further, the international airport in Liberia is also a feasible
option. If you plan to travel by rental car, a 4x4 is a definite
plus to choose from. This option offers a complete and flexible
traveling option to visitors. The average cost per day for a 4x4 is
$80 or about $450 a week. Also, U-Haul Rental Cars offer a cheap
and best way out for visitors.
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