Get ready for your holiday in Costa Rica!
Hotel Casa del Mar suggests you read the following
simple information. We hope you will find it useful to plan your
holiday in Costa Rica.
What to Wear
Costa Rica is a
very informal country, with a casual
life-style. Bring your
shorts, t-shirts, loose fitting cotton pants and light long
sleeve shirts, comfortable tennis shoes or deck shoes,
sunglasses, and a cap to protect your head from the tropical
sun. Leave your jewelry and expensive watches at home as you
won't be needing them. An inexpensive watch that is suitable for
diving and sport activities is best if you must have a watch.
Weather in Samara
Sámara has two seasons, the dry
from November to April
and rainy season, from May to October. Don't be afraid of the
rainy season, generally mornings are sunny and the rain starts
only in the late afternoon or evening.
Temperature is between 25 - 35
degrees throughout the year.
What to Bring
Passport, visa
(if applicable), sun screen, sun burn cream, insect repellant,
camera/film/batteries, more film, video camera, binoculars,
personal items, sunglasses, snorkeling gear, light rain cover,
flash light.
Medical Attention
3 doctors
and 2 pharmacies in downtown
Samara.
In Nicoya, 37
kilometers from Samara, there is a hospital.
Mosquitoes
We have already
mentioned insect repellent. It is a smart idea to bring some
anti-histamines in case of a strong reaction to an insect bite,
and anti-itch cream to stay sane and a topical steroid cream for
those few who really react. We are not trying to discourage you
– being prepared and staying comfortable is smart!
Water
Drinking
water is safe and tastes good!
Electricity
110 volts.
Lines of Communication
Please do leave
our phone number, fax number
and e-mail address with your people
at home in case of an emergency.
Money and Currency
We suggest you travel with US$ bills and
Traveler Checks. The Costa Rican Currency is called Colon - ¢
520 approx. per US$ 1(april 2007). The most widely accepted
credit card in Costa Rica is VISA y MasterCard.
Official Language of Costa Rica
Spanish is the
official language. |
