ASK THE COSTA RICA TOUR EXPERT  << Previous page -- Next page>> COSTA RICA TOUR QUESTION: My husband , an avid birder, uses crutches and would love to "bird" C.R. Can you recommend a person or site that would enable him to do this? Thank you. There are many different micro climates to "bird" in. Tortuguerro (Great Curacao), Arenal (toucans, fly catchers, trogons,) Osa (Scarlet Macaws, Fire Billed aracarie), and Cerro de la Muerte (Quetzals) all have great birding opportunities and each has a different variety of species to choose from. You can then easily find local guides from most hotels in the area   COSTA RICA TOUR QUESTION: We are starting to plan for a trip in 2 years time. We would like to take our children to Costa Rica for 10 - 14 days. They will be 7 and 10 at that time. We would like to see volcanoes, zipline through the rain forest, see some local culture and spend some time at the beach. Can you suggest some other activities and a possible itinerary that will be family friendly? Would we be better off on a tour, based at a resort (and go on day trips) or a self-drive trip? Our kids are good travelers and are very curious. My husband and I both like adventurous travel (we backpacked through Turkey) and resort vacations. Also - When should we go? We are teachers and can only go at Christmas or July/Aug. Thank you very much. I will take the last part first. Please avoid Christmas and New years wherever possible. Its vacation time in Costa Rica too and the beaches are very crowded with tourists and locals. Restaurants take forever, rooms are going for a premium, and its just not what you came to Costa Rica for. The self drive is the way to go. Costa Rica is safe and friendly and you will discover "hidden gems" on your own. I prefer the southwest part of the country as the most authentic and untouched. Go to Drake's Bay or the south side of the Osa Penninsula. Maybe the kids will want to learn to surf or go on a night tour of the jungle with miner lamps?   COSTA RICA TOUR QUESTION: We are two families, 4 adults, 2-6 yr olds, 1-3 yr old and an infant that are trying to plan a trip to Costa Rica in late February for 10 days. We want to see more than a beach and an all-inclusive hotel, but at the same time realize long days of traveling from A to B are out of the question. Any suggestions on where to stay and things to do with the kids? I have a small write up on hotels and hotels for families. Check it out at http://www.ticotravel.com/index/toursmain.htm. If you have anymore questions let me know.     COSTA RICA TOUR QUESTION: My wife and I are planning a trip to Costa Rica in December. We are interested in body boarding, not surfing, so we'd like to find a place with medium size waves --not tsunami size waves the surfers are chasing. Also we would like to stay in an upscale, not a budget hotel/resort. Any recommendations of accommodations that meet our two needs? John It's a little late for Christmas but I would first try http://www.ticotravel.com/hotels/florblanca.htm It's fantastic and right on a nice break.   COSTA RICA TOUR QUESTION: How difficult is it for a US citizen to get married in Costa Rica? What are the requirements, and where are some of the best spots for a wedding? It's a little tricky but very possible. The experts at the peace Lodge do the best job. The have been written up on the Travel Channel and the place is perfect for a honeymoon. They handle everything including the legalize. http://www.ticotravel.com/hotels/peace.htm   COSTA RICA TOUR QUESTION: Weather-wise, when is the best time to visit Costa Rica? I've heard answers of all sorts. Is there a time of year when there is less rainfall? I was just in Austin, the greatest town for live music (and food) in the world for the Rolling Stones concert. Anyway, absolutely, the driest time in Costa Rica is January through March, although they only time I would say weather is a true factor is September and October   COSTA RICA TOUR QUESTION: My wife and I are going to travel to Costa Rica a year from now. How much trouble is it to rent a car and drive from San Jose to Los Suenos Marriott Ocean and Golf Resort? Both of us are directionally challenged when it comes to driving in new cites or countries. What are our options? We are 55, and like new adventures. Thank you If you like adventures than a drive to Los Suenos is just what you need! Make sure to stop at Steve and Lisa's restaurant on the beach for the world's best ceviche and a cold drink. Chances are you may see me there. Its only one or two turns from the airport to the coast so you should be just fine. Use Europcar, Adobe or Mapache for your car rental.   COSTA RICA TOUR QUESTION: I will be in San Jose, Costa Rica Oct. 25 to 30 on business. What would you recommend I see if I have 4 or 5 spare hours? Well it depends on your interests but one place could be the Gold Museum in downtown San Jose. Its a huge vault with a breath taking collection of pre Colombian gold treasures, you may have tome to get to waterfall gardens if you pay a cab ($50 each way) or less if he waits. Otherwise you could head over to Sabana Sur in San Jose to Mac's American Bar, a classic ex pat hang out with Tico and Gringo food and sports. Tell Pipo I sent you.   << Previous page -- Next page>> TICO TRAVEL™ 161 East Commercial Blvd, Ft Lauderdale, Florida 33334 1-800-493-8426 Costa Rica Real Estate | Costa Rica Car Rental | Costa Rica Surfing | Costa Rica Hotel | Costa Rica Travel | Costa Rica Fishing  Home | About US | Tico Travel Services | Contact US | FAQ Copyright © 2008 Tico Travel™ - All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission of Tico Travel™ is prohibited.