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First time in CR, but I'm experienced in Brasil, Indonesia, Japan and Mexico. PM if you want to meet up for sharing stories and hitting bars.

If anyone wants to share a cab to downtown. Staying at the Balmoral.

As a frequent gringo to San Jose -- I know my way around "the game". Will be hanging out at Sportsmens over the weekend to watch the football, and then will drop in/out of BMarlin and Key Largo to check out the landscape. Anyone out there to meet up with ?

After several many visits, I do have a "regular" who can assist others with GFE's .... drop me an IM for assistance.

Safe travels all

I will be at the Hotel Dunn on the dates above.

Keep in touch if you read this post.

[QUOTE=Raja Trader]I will be at the Hotel Dunn on the dates above.

Keep in touch if you read this post.[/QUOTE]See you guys there. 12/2 - 12/7

Sorry Keeper, I'm arriving an hour before you, so no cab share. I can do some damage in an hour in SJO.

Flight arrives at 7.25pm.

I have read you can take a bus into the city.

Does it run at night?

[QUOTE=Memguy]Flight arrives at 7.25pm.

I have read you can take a bus into the city.

Does it run at night?[/QUOTE]

Yes you can take the bus from the airport to San Jose. It is about a 10-12 mile trip and the fare is around $ 1.00 USD.
It should be running until about 10 PM. ( Most city buses close down after 11 PM)

You must walk down the hill ( about 150 yeards) from the airport entrance to catch the bus. They run about every 15-20 minutes. Make sure to ask the driver -
" San Jose "....if yes then get on the bus and go.

You have to pay attention when it comes into town as where to get off. Ask some of the other passengers.(someone will no doubt speak some English-if your Spanish is not good). When you see the big hosipital on your right...then ride about another 4-5 blocks and deboard the bus.....then depending upon where you want to go...you might think about getting a taxi....for example to the Del Rey Hotel is should be about a 5-6 block walk or a $ 2.00 taxi ride.

Good luck.......
A taxi from the airport to town will run you about $ 22-23.00 US....so the bus is way cheaper and nearly just as easy.

You could also get the Greyline or Interbus shuttle bus ( a large van type vehicle) for about $ 5-7.00 US...but you will need a prior reservation (online) for that trip into town from the airport.

[QUOTE=Memguy]Flight arrives at 7.25pm.

I have read you can take a bus into the city.

Does it run at night?[/QUOTE]Interbus now charges $12 US for airport transfers..Still alot cheaper than taxi and for me, always on time.

[QUOTE=Kitie Carson]Interbus now charges $12 US for airport transfers..Still alot cheaper than taxi and for me, always on time.[/QUOTE]Thank you for the info.

Anyone else planning to be in town at this time shoot me a note.

[QUOTE=Memguy;1102122]Anyone else planning to be in town at this time shoot me a note.[/QUOTE]Are there any places to stay? I just realized that I can take this short trip. Prices are great on Spiritair.

[QUOTE=Powermax1;1104276]Are there any places to stay? I just realized that I can take this short trip. Prices are great on Spiritair.[/QUOTE]What is your budget for a hotel room? San Jose, CR or somewhere else. I will see if I can direct you to a few good hotels.

Steve

[QUOTE=Stevewxly; 1104393]What is your budget for a hotel room? San Jose, CR or somewhere else. I will see if I can direct you to a few good hotels.

Steve[/QUOTE]I am staying at a hostel. No need to bring them in my room. I will take care at location. Is that not customary here? It is in Colombia mps.

First timer to CR will be traveling sometime in the first two weeks of April, most likely in and around Jaco Beach area. 37 years old and traveling solo, looking for a wingman or just somebody to have some beers with and enjoy the action. Also looking to do some surfing, see the sights. Will probably spend some time in SJ and maybe up in Guanacasta. Is anybody going to be in the area?

Going on my 3rd trip to CR on 03/24-03/30. Trying to make reservations and plans now. Probably spend a few days in San Jose and a night or two in Jaco just for change of scenery. Any one need a wingman let me know. I don't drink so I can be the designated sober guy LOL.