Visiting the Nicoya Peninsula’s southern beaches: The Naviera Ferry Tambor Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula is known for its arid climate and windswept cattle and horse ranches; four national parks, including a marine preserve; hundreds of miles of crystalline beaches lined with renowned world-class waves; and the iconic Guanacaste tree whose massive, mushroom-shaped canopy shades […]
Use our checklist to ensure that you have all the paperwork you need for your travels and car rental. Costa Rica has few requirements for visitors to the country to meet. To enter and exit the country: Here’s the documents you’ll need come into and leave the country. Passport: You must have a valid passport […]
What extras are needed for a great rental experience? Roof/surf racks: Attached to the vehicle roof, roof or surf racks can be an essential add-on for surfers and those who haven’t packed light! Alternatively, some agencies can offer a luggage box to secure on the vehicle roof. Do I need them? If the vehicle […]
What do you do if you’re involved in a traffic accident? There is an almost zero likelihood of being involved in a car accident on your vacation. But just to be on the safe side, here’s our guide to what to do if you are: 1. Vehicle(s) involved in the incident must not be moved. […]
Luxury Travel Costa Rica is well known for its incredible wildlife, biodiversity and pristine beaches, but some may think they have to sacrifice luxury for a glimpse of the jungle. No so! You can have it all! Fine dining, pampering spa treatments, attractively designed rooms with breathtaking views and still have an adventure in the […]
Traffic fines Traffic laws in Costa Rica are similar to those worldwide, however, speed limits are lower than many visitors are used to in their own countries. Speed limits can also change quickly along a road, and drivers are advised to be alert to signage and speed limit changes. Traffic fines can only be paid […]
Border Crossings Rental vehicles cannot cross the border between Costa Rica and Nicaragua, or from Costa Rica to Panama. Insurance coverage is void if vehicles are taken outside of Costa Rica and all costs for the paperwork, man hours and other expenses to return the vehicle if it is mistakenly allowed through customs, fall […]
Car Drop off and Pick up Destinations Costa Rica is served by several small national airports and waterways, as well as its road infrastructure. Visitors can either leave their rental vehicles in secure lots or arrange for delivery and/or pick up to facilitate car rental and travel. See the details below: Tortuguero is […]
Liberia Airport Daniel Oduber Quiros Inernatioal Airport is named after Costa Rica’s President who served between 1974-1978, but is commonly known as Liberia International Airport (LIR). This small, open-air airport is located in the city of Liberia in the province of Guanacaste and was redesigned, expanded and newly inaugurated in 2012 to meet the growing […]
