In Costa Rica you are not obliged to leave a tip, so you are not expected to leave a tip as in other countries, however, if you feel that you have been treated well, you may be rewarded for it, if you want to.
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In Costa Rica you should not be absent-minded or leave your belongings unattended, you should be very cautious, as delinquency is very common.
--Melissa R
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When you arrive at the airport in Costa Rica, I do not recommend you to take a taxi from the ones at the airport because they are the most expensive, you can go out and walk a little and stop at one that is already on the street to get a more comfortable price. Taxi's in Costa Rica are color red.
--Melissa R
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You should not say that Costa Rica is an island, because that is far from being true. Costa Rica is a country that is part of Central America.
In Costa Rica there are not only beaches, but there are also cities without sea.
--Melissa R
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Do not confuse Costa Rica with Puerto Rico, they are not the same country.
--Melissa R
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In Costa Rica you should not throw trash on the street, we try very hard to take care of our country.
--Melissa R
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You should not walk in San Jose late at night alone, as there is a lot of crime and many robbers can even kill just for a phone. (Actually this can apply for anyplace in Costa Rica very late at night)
--Melissa R
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You must visit the Sanatorio Duran, in the past it was a hospital to treat tuberculosis patients, but it is well known by many as a scary place. It is now a recreational park.
--Melissa R
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If you like alcoholic beverages you must try Cacique, Chiliguaro and Imperial beer.
--Melissa R
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You must try our typical foods such as : The ceviche, The chifrijo, "La Olla de carne" rice with chicken, tamales, etc.
--Melissa R
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In Costa Rica you must eat "Gallo Pinto dish for breakfast.
You must try Costa Rican coffee and if you like it, buy it, Costa Rica is a coffee producing country, so the coffee is very good and it is one of our specialties.
--Melissa R
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Always carry your umbrella, because you never know when it is going to rain, even if the day looks very sunny, it always rains in the afternoon.
--Melissa R
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You must visit volcanoes such as the Irazu volcano, Poas volcano, Arenal volcano.
--Melissa R
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Although for many "ticos" San Jose is a not so nice city to show to tourists, you should discover the charms of San Jose. In this capital you can find museums (national museum, jade museum, pre-Columbian gold museum), the national theater, "La plaza de la cultura", etc.
--Melissa R
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You must explore Monteverde and try some adventure sports such as canopy, hanging bridges, bungee jumping, etc. The nature that you will be able to appreciate is beautiful.
--Melissa R
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You can trust the police, they are there to help you. You can see them many times in the streets, or in police stations. In case of emergency or suspicious behavior always call 9-1-1.
--Melissa R
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You must visit the beautiful beaches of Guanacaste.
--Melissa R
