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ACAR Guide to SJO

San Jose’s Juan Santamaria Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport is Costa Rica’s first and largest airport and located in Alajuela 20 km west of downtown San Jose Airport.  It was named after a drummer boy who died defending Costa Rica against US led forces captained by William Walker.  It has been open since 1958 and […]

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High Season Driving in Costa Rica

Things to know about visiting Costa Rica in the High Season   Vacations are about hot, sunny days ending with spectacular sunsets and warm evenings.  From November to April is high season and dry season in Costa Rica, when the sun shines and visitors flock to the country to enjoy the tropics and escape with […]

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How to Save Money on your Car Rental

Pay less for your rental vehicle   Follow our tips below to rent your vehicle for less without having to navigate the confusing world of online travel agencies:   Long-term discounts: ask about discounts for rentals over six days. Most car rental agencies have reduced rates for any rental of a week or longer, and […]

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OTAs and Car Rental Insurance in Costa Rica

Online travel agencies (OTAs) are on the rise as customers search for bargains in their vacation flights, accommodation and car rental.  While these websites often appear to have amazingly low prices, frequent users of such sites know that reading the small print is essential in order to be informed of all further costs, surcharges and […]

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What letter do I need to decline CDW?

Credit Card CDW–all you need to know   What is Collision Damage Waiver? Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is an obligatory coverage for rental vehicles. It is not an insurance but takes the financial responsibility off of the customer should the vehicle be damaged. To allow a customer to take a vehicle without coverage would be […]

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Green Season driving–What do I need to know?

Green Season Car Rental   As Costa Rica enters its green season, drivers have new factors to consider in planning and making journeys across the country.  Green season months are usually from May through November, but with the country’s micro-climates and the effects of El Niño, make weather patterns less than predictable.   ACAR’s green […]