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Q. What documents do I need for travel/entry to Costa Rica?

All travelers are required to present a valid passport to enter the country.  For official entry requirements, please visit www.traveldocs.com/cr/


Q. When is the best time of year to fish/visit Costa Rica?

Fishing in Costa Rica is great all year round, many believe it has a lot to do with the different phases of the moon.  As far as the weather, Costa Rica has two seasons: The High Season also known as the "dry season" beings towards the end of November and runs through early May.  The Green Season fluctuates annually; however, tends to being in late May and runs through November.


Q. What is the closest airport to Los Sueños?

We recommend flying into Juan Santa Maria International Airport (Airport Code: SJO), located in the capitol city of San Jose.


Q. How far is Los Sueños from Juan Santa Maria International Airport (SJO)?

Los Sueños is a scenic 90-minute drive from the San Jose Airport.  We recommend taking a private airport transfer.  We would be happy to assist you with making arrangements.


Q. Where is Los Sueños Resort and Marina Located?

Los Sueños is located in Playa Herradura, on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, approx. five miles north of the popular beach town of Jaco.


Q. Is it necessary to rent a car?

We recommend taking a private transfer to and from the San Jose Airport, due to the unknown roads, road conditions and the drivers may be a bit more aggressive then you are used to. Once you arrive to Los Sueños or Jaco, which ever your final destination may be, we would be happy to assist you in renting a car.


Q. If I opt. not to rent a car how will I get around?

Almost everything in Los Sueños is within walking distance.  You may decide to rent a golf cart to enjoy all the amenities within Los Sueños, which we will be glad to arrange for your convenience.  Taxi's are available 24hrs to take you into the nearby town of Jaco for the day to do some shopping or in the evenings for dinner.


Q.  Is Los Sueños a good place to bring children?

Absolutely, Los Sueños is a family oriented resort community.  Nearby you may find numerous attractions and activities for the entire family to enjoy.  Including: Sport Fishing, ATV Tours, Canopy Tours, Waterfalls, Hiking, Surfing, Waverunners, Scuba Diving, Day Cruises, Tortuga Island and much much more!  Our friendly staff would be happy to assist you with arranging activities during your stay.


Q. Do I need to leave Los Sueños for any reason?

No, Los Sueños Resort is a full service premier destination offering (2) great restaurants and bars, gourmet import store,  as well as the full service Marriott where all guests are welcomed to enjoy their (6) restaurants and bars, the Stellaris Casino and spa services.


Q. What if there is a medical emergency?

The Los Sueños CARE Clinic is located within the gates of the resort.  Bilingual medical personnel are on call 24hrs per day.  The clinic is equipped with state of the art emergency stabilization equipment.  In severe cases, the clinic will arrange for emergency medical transfer services via ambulance or helicopter to the renowned CIMA Hospital in San Jose, which is affiliated with Baylor Medical University of Texas.  Also local pharmacies available are within driving distance for non-emergencies, staffed with bilingual pharmacists.


Q. Is Los Sueños a safe place, can we leave the gates of the property?

Los Sueños Resort is a very safe community. All gates are guarded 24hrs a day by security guards and video surveillance for your .  Costa Rica is considered one of the safest countries in Central America.  Although Costa Rica is safe it is still stricken with poverty therefore we recommend you not wear flashy expensive jewelry when traveling outside the resort, however this is only for precaution.


Q. What should I pack?

On the days of your fishing charters, you need to only bring sun block, sunglasses, a hat and cameras.

As far as attire, Los Sueños is a very casual resort community.  Shorts are widely accepted all over. There maybe a total of (2) restaurants that require a dress code which are Villa Caletas and Nuevo Latino located in the Los Sueños Marriott.

However, please keep in mind that a collared golf shirt is required on La Iguana Golf Course designed by Ted Robinson.


Q. Is it necessary to speak Spanish?

While Spanish is the official language of Costa Rica, English is widely spoken throughout the popular tourist areas.  Los Sueños is a fully bilingual resort community.


Q. Is it necessary to exchange money prior to arriving to Costa Rica?

The official currency of Costa Rica are the Colones; however, US dollars are widely accepted.  Visa, MasterCard and AMEX are also widely accepted throughout Costa Rica.


Q. Is the water safe to drink?

Yes, the water in Los Sueños is first purified through a water filtration system before distributed throughout the resort community.  However, if you venture out of the resort, we recommend ordering bottled water although the Costa Rican water supply is considered safe for both drinking and cooking.


Costa Rica Dreams at Los Sueños Marina and Resort
Contact us in the USA: 732-901-8625 ext. 246 - US Fax: 732-901-9284
Contact us in Costa Rica: Tel. 011-506-2637-8942 - CR Fax: 011-506-2637-8101

Email:
info@CostaRicaDreams.com

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Last Updated: April 4, 2008
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