Costa Rica’s most popular hike at Cerro Chrripo is well worth the time and effort With a rental car to get to the best hiking destinations in the country, one of the best ways to experience Costa Rica’s extravagant biodiversity is on foot. Cerro Chirripó, the country’s tallest mountain (12,533 feet), rewards those who make […]
Travel Costa Rica this Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanzaa and New Year’s for a unique 2019 holiday season Imagine celebrating the holiday festivities in a relaxed tropical paradise where the sunshine is plentiful. With a rental car, you have an opportunity to sample Costa Rica’s cultural celebrations, as well as snorkeling, ziplining, or relaxing on the beach. […]
For a turkey day change of pace, travel to Costa Rica and see the country in a rental car! Worried about having a traditional dinner? Don’t be; we’ve got you covered. If you’re planning on a vacation in Costa Rica, Thanksgiving is a good time to go. This year Thanksgiving falls at the end of […]
Basic rules of the road for safe driving in Costa Rica It’s always a learning curve driving in a different country and Costa Rica is no different. For one thing, the road signs are different, as are the road markings and general road conditions. What’s notably different when driving abroad is the driving culture—drivers’ attitudes and norms […]
Great Places to Visit on the Southern Nicoya Peninsula- Remember, you’ll need an SUV! A place out of time, the Southern Nicoya Peninsula is a remote place of spectacular and rugged beauty. The habitat, climate, and lifestyle have contributed to making it one of the most famous of Earth’s Blue Zones—places where longevity and contentment […]
Everything you need to know about getting car rental insurance in Costa Rica Before you book a Costa Rica rental car, it’s essential to understand the car rental insurance requirements in the country. Renting a car is simple, like anywhere in the world, but not the same as renting the same vehicle in the U.S. […]
5 Reasons the green season is the best time to visit and why you may need to rent a 4×4 SUV Renting an SUV for your Costa Rica vacation during green season might just up the ante on adventure! You could be forgiven for thinking the rainy season (May – November), what passes for a […]
Requirements and advice for a trouble-free Costa Rica rental car. If packaged tours are not for you, you’ll want a rental car in Costa Rica. If you want a vacation that takes you to infrequently visited areas, rent a car or, better yet, an SUV. With a rental vehicle, you have the freedom of choice—you […]
Start planning now for the winter holidays in Costa Rica. It may be only August, but it’s not too early to begin planning your Christmas, Hanukkah, or New Year’s trip to Costa Rica. The winter holiday season, combined with the start of Costa Rica’s Summer high season, is a busy time all over the country. […]
Get out of the car and into the treetops! These are best canopy tours in Costa Rica. Get your Costa Rica vacation off the ground—literally—with a canopy tour. One of the best things about renting a car for your Costa Rica vacation is that you can do whatever you want and you can experience a […]
