Frequently Ask Questions
Q. How Big is Costa Rica?
A. Costa Rica is about the Size of West Virginia.
Q. What is the weather like in Tamarindo Costa Rica?
A. The sun shines just about 365 days per year, though in the rainy season (May through October), you can expect brief showers in the late afternoons. The temperature can range from the Coldest 86 degrees in Nov to the warmest 92 Degrees in April and May.
Q. Should I fly into San Jose or Liberia Costa Rica
A. If you are planning to stay with us in Tamarindo It is a much closer drive from Liberia Airport.
Q. How long a flight is it to Costa Rica ?
A. Depends on where you are flying from.
From Denver Colorado it is about a 5 ½ hour flight
From Atlanta Georgia it is about a 4 hour flight
From Dallas Texas it is about a 4 hour flight
From Miami Florida it is about a 2 ½ Hour flight
From Los Angeles California it is about a 6 hour flight
Q. What airlines Travel to Costa Rica ?
A. Frontier Airlines
United Airlines
American Airlines
Continental Airlines
Delta Airlines
Mexicana de Aviación
Copa Airlines
Aviateca
Martinair
LTU
LACSA
Avianca
TACA
Q. What Time Zone is Costa Rica ?
A. Costa Rica is the same as U.S. central standard time, but does not observe daylight savings time.
Q. Electricity. Does the outlet require special adapters for electrical use?
A. There are no special needs since the outlet is the same as the US.
Q. Currency. Can I use US Currency and credit cards?
A. Yes they accept dollars and there is no need to exchange dollars for the local currency. They will not accept torn bills or coins. All major credits cards are accepted and there are ATM's everywhere.
Q. Roads. I heard that the roads are bad. Is this true?
A. The main roads are fine but many of the less traveled ones can be rough to negotiate although they are passable. From May 1st through December 1st is the rainy season so it is advisable to get a 4 wheel drive and at the very least front wheel drive. Keep in mind that there are no shoulders on the road and the locals will often disregard the motorists hence increasing the risk of an accident. Be very careful, follow the speed limits and use your seat belt and of coarse do not consume alcohol when driving. The local police will enforce these rules. Keep a copy of your passport and driver’s license with you at all times, especially when you are driving. If you get lost it is very safe to stop and ask the locals for directions and most of them speak English.
Q. Safety. Is it safe in Costa Rica?
A. Outside of San Jose it is a very safe country. Violent crime in the resort and rural areas is very rare and the only crimes in these areas are theft. Keep your passport and money with you at all times and do not leave ANY property in the car or any other areas unattended.
Q. Is it safe to swim?
A. There are no life guards on the beaches and there can be strong rip tides. Be knowledgeable as to how to handle an event if one is to occur. Do not swim in estuaries since there could be crocodiles.