Increasingly, Costa Rica condo rentals are preferred over traditional hotels for vacation accommodations. A new study by the Costa Rica tourism board shows that condo rentals are increasing over hotels in tourist towns. With the increase in development of condos in Costa Rica a majority of them are located in prime beachfront locations. As a result tourists are choosing Costa Rica condo rentals for their vacations. This is good news for many Costa Rica condo investors who purchase for example, Jaco condos, so they can earn rental revenue to …

When you embark on your Costa Rican dream vacation, there are some simple do’s and don’ts. Here is a small list of don’ts we thought was worthy of posting.
1. Driving – If you can avoid driving, it is best.  It’s expensive, somewhat risky and time consuming. Better to fly and if necessary, rent a car once you’ve reached your destination. Many hazards exist that foreigners cannot predict and there is a culture of driving here that is very different from the carefully cultivated autopistas back home. 
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For many years Costa Rica Medical Tourism has demonstrated itself to be one of the top tourist destinations all over the world. The country is considered a mecca for nature tourists, with great diversity in wild animals and natural sites that made Costa Rica an excellent place for vacation. While more and more tourists come to the country because of its beautiful vistas and scenery, more and more are coming for Costa Rica medical tourism. In fact, a 1991 survey conducted by the University of Costa Rica concluded that 14.25% …

When calling Costa Rica from outside the country you must use the country-code which is 011. Because the United States and Canada use a country code 001 many people get confused about calling to and from Costa Rica.
Just be sure about this. If you are calling Costa Rica you must add the country code 011. If you are INSIDE Costa Rica and calling the United States or Canada, you must dial 001 and then your normal long distance number.
The area code for Costa Rica is 506 for the entire country …

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There is MUCH confusion in the past couple of weeks on pets going into Costa Rica and worry that there is a new law in place because pets are being sent to the cargo warehouse rather than being cleared through the passenger terminal.
There is not a new law. This is an old law that the government is now enforcing on pets coming in on their own ticket or airway bill. The customs officials at the airport were not aware that Continental pets were not coming in as excess baggage until …

There is no denying that Costa Rica is a great escape from work, stress, cold weather, you name it, but now we are starting to see many clients looking to escape something different.
Frustrated and fed up with U.S. domestic politics and agenda, we have seen the majority of our buyers looking at Costa Rica real estate as an alternative to living in the U.S. As an escape from the high taxes in the US, Costa Rica is fast becoming a business hub for corporations and the self employed. Multi-national corporations …

The Star Flyer ship, which is characterized by offering traditional sailing to its clients, will start travelling to Costa Rica in 2010. The trips will begin in the country as part of the operations of the Star Clippers Company.
The vessel offers spacious cabins and its decorated with old engravings and pictures of other ships. It is 115 meters long and has a traditional style with the deluxe amenities and the capacity to host 170 passengers.
Costa Rica is an interesting destination for the Spanish market and it is expected that …

Use this guide to make sure you get what you expect from your Costa Rica vacation.
The ecology of Costa Rica isn’t the only thing that’s diverse — so are the travel options: from the Caribbean to the Pacific, cloud forests in the mountain and white sand beaches on the coast, the list of activities to enjoy and places to visit is just about endless as well!
To help narrow down the options, here are top recommendations on where to go month by month:

Central & South Pacific: whale watching, #1 fishing …

Whether you visit a yoga retreat, try a surf camp or just get some much needed R&R on the beach, Costa Rica is an excellent heart-healthy destination for your next vacation.
With zero trans fat and a wealth of free vitamin D, a trip to Costa Rica might just be what the doctor ordered to get you in a healthy state of mind and body. According to Conde Naste Traveler’s September 2009 article “Your Next Vacation Could Save Your Life”, denying yourself vacation can lead to negative changes in your …