San Jose General Reports

[Crusader560]

Wow, this is crazy. I was hoping to take a trip to San Jose. I have never been to Jaco. It would suck to go to Jaco, and not find the after hours spots. I waited all this time to get vaccinated, and now this. Well, I have a month to go. Before I figure out where to go. Stay safe.

[SHK123]

I just got back from Jaco Beach which is one and a half hours from San Jose (for those that are not aware). San Jose is absolutely hammered with ICU beds at almost 100% capacity so they are going into a full lockdown that will most likely last at least a month. The city will for the next week close non-essential businesses, including restaurants and bars, across the center of the country due to a sharp increase in new cases of COVID-19 and hospitalizations, the government said on Thursday.

From May 3-9, restaurants, bars, department stores, beauty salons, gyms and churches must close in 45 municipalities in central Costa Rica, where almost half the population lives and over two-thirds of new cases have been registered. " We are in an unprecedented situation, and many people are going to die," Health Minister Daniel Salas said after announcing 2,781 new daily infections, a record number. "There are already waiting lists to enter intensive care. ".

The city of San Jose is going into a shutdown, so those that plan on coming here for mongering should divert and go to Jaco Beach. There are many girls from San Jose currently in Jaco, and all you need to go is stay at or near the Cocal Hotel and go to the bar at the Cocal called "Frogs Bar". Although the curfew is at 9 pm, the girls start arriving as early as 6-7 pm and there was an after hours open party next door at the Vista Mar Condos which is the next property over so the curfew is manageable. Every night there were at least over 80 to 100 girls arriving at the Cocal Bar except for Monday and Tuesday which had less girls than that. But we managed to have a good time every day. Hope this helps.

Thanks a lot for your detailed reply StudBucket! I was always planning on going to Jaco (I have been there many times). Just a little worried about what happens after 9 pm. How long does the other after hours party last? I also heard there are parties at different places after hours. But may be those are not legal? So I was worried if the show really ends at 9 pm or could it still last well into the night with these other options. And also do you risk running into trouble with the cops if you go to those parties? Just wanted to understand how the whole situation is down there. If it's a dead scene after 9 pm, I will consider postponing the trip.

[StudBucket]

Anyone on the ground want to share their experience with the curfew? I had a trip planned at the end of May.

I just got back from Jaco Beach which is one and a half hours from San Jose (for those that are not aware). San Jose is absolutely hammered with ICU beds at almost 100% capacity so they are going into a full lockdown that will most likely last at least a month. The city will for the next week close non-essential businesses, including restaurants and bars, across the center of the country due to a sharp increase in new cases of COVID-19 and hospitalizations, the government said on Thursday.

From May 3-9, restaurants, bars, department stores, beauty salons, gyms and churches must close in 45 municipalities in central Costa Rica, where almost half the population lives and over two-thirds of new cases have been registered. " We are in an unprecedented situation, and many people are going to die," Health Minister Daniel Salas said after announcing 2,781 new daily infections, a record number. "There are already waiting lists to enter intensive care. ".

The city of San Jose is going into a shutdown, so those that plan on coming here for mongering should divert and go to Jaco Beach. There are many girls from San Jose currently in Jaco, and all you need to go is stay at or near the Cocal Hotel and go to the bar at the Cocal called "Frogs Bar". Although the curfew is at 9 pm, the girls start arriving as early as 6-7 pm and there was an after hours open party next door at the Vista Mar Condos which is the next property over so the curfew is manageable. Every night there were at least over 80 to 100 girls arriving at the Cocal Bar except for Monday and Tuesday which had less girls than that. But we managed to have a good time every day. Hope this helps.

[SHK123]

Anyone on the ground want to share their experience with the curfew? I had a trip planned at the end of May.

[StudBucket]

Just got back from a trip there Was visiting a friend and decided to take a night out for myself Hotel del Rey is gone from what I was told.

There is a curfew from 11-5 and all casinos close at this time.

Was told best time to go is between 5 and 7 when they start working at Taormina hotel.

Hot ladies there Was late and one wanted to go to a motel for 150 HR plus 40 for the place.

Passed but there lots of other options.

The new curfew as of today in San Jose and Jaco is 9 pm. I am currently in Jaco and have a friend in San Jose. Both have the same shitty curfew. Not sure how long it is going to last, but I would postpone any trip here for at least a month unless you have contacts lined up. Just my two cents.

[OldSchool318]

That sounds like a great way to travel Sammon. I assume you are fluent in Spanish if you are meeting girls in San Jose and they come with you on day trips. I had a vehicle but traveled on my own. I drove to many places, but it would have been great having a chica with me on some day trips. When I went the Hotel Del Rey was open. I drove to Jaco Beach, Manual San Antonio, to a coffee plantation, Arenal etc. I used a translator on my phone. I speak some Spanish but I am not fluent. Where are you meeting these girls to take on day trips?

In my mind Ticas are some of the sweetest most loving, playful girls you can find. If you put a little effort in to Spanish, and being playful and friendly and kind to them you are so in.

Many will go with you and after a while not ask for any pay they are happy to have a trip somewhere. It helps doing that after a few meetings or dates as they will definitely accompany you anywhere.

Just remember you are always going to flip the bill.

You can really meet them everywhere just smile and talk. I do not speak fluent but try. Some of the places I have met Ticas:

The mall.

The beach.

The bars.

Restaurants.

Sex shop in the mall.

Tinder.

The airport.

Escazu Tiempo.

Downtown SJ.

Jaco Beach.

Tamarindo.

Manuel Antonio.

Sometimes Uber.

Escazu Walmart.

Point is Ticas are everywhere with a smile on their faces.

[Sammon]

That sounds like a great way to travel Sammon. I assume you are fluent in Spanish if you are meeting girls in San Jose and they come with you on day trips. I had a vehicle but traveled on my own. I drove to many places, but it would have been great having a chica with me on some day trips. When I went the Hotel Del Rey was open. I drove to Jaco Beach, Manual San Antonio, to a coffee plantation, Arenal etc. I used a translator on my phone. I speak some Spanish but I am not fluent. Where are you meeting these girls to take on day trips?

When Del Ray was open. I can manage Spanish, not fluent as there are many dialects. I would get a girl for LT and in the morning if she is likable I would suggest. Sometimes they would want a friend come with us which I do not mind. For the trip I bear the expenses for all. But my girl will stay with me another night after we come back and will get another LT.

Couple of times I had gone with a friend of mine and we find two girls and take them and we split the expenses. I am sure you can find a girl to go with you but make sure you both like each other in the morning and there are no money demands for the trip. Usually I will buy them some touristy things and clothes. One time a nica girl asked $50 for day travel. I said only if she likes to see things and enjoy she can come. She changed her mind after I said we will stay together another night and will get the same amount for LT. So in essence you are keeping her for two nights. Maybe they are worried after the daytime travel they will need to go back on the hunt being tired from the trip. As you know very well these girls sleep all day getting ready for the night.

Driving alone must be really boring!

[Markon]

That sounds like a great way to travel Sammon. I assume you are fluent in Spanish if you are meeting girls in San Jose and they come with you on day trips. I had a vehicle but traveled on my own. I drove to many places, but it would have been great having a chica with me on some day trips. When I went the Hotel Del Rey was open. I drove to Jaco Beach, Manual San Antonio, to a coffee plantation, Arenal etc. I used a translator on my phone. I speak some Spanish but I am not fluent. Where are you meeting these girls to take on day trips?

I do not stay in San Jose all the time. Yes, I meet girls there. Usually I like to take them on day trips. I met a very pretty tica with big boobs who lives near puerto limon. She suggested there is a carnival and we went. On the way she had her friend meet us and come with us. Equally pretty but not a working girl. We had a great time all day and night till midnight. We also went to an island nearby in a boat. In the evening there was a big music and dance party. I got to dance and kiss her friend. I suggested she come for a threesome back in San Jose. But she declined.

Met a very pretty Colombian and took her all day trip to Arenal. We had a great time at the hot springs pool all afternoon. People were looking at her and me maybe jealousy.

Took another girl to Jaco and Manuel Antonio, hired a boat and went fishing, island beach, made out on the sand with full view of the boat person who was little far but still could see.

This is the reason why I rent a car. Very adept in driving crowded conditions. Still take full insurance. Helped me couple of times with dings.

One time in Belize somebody smashed the window. I guess they thought of stealing something but I do not keep anything valuable..

[Mahku]

Radisson didn't charge me anything extra for bringing in a girl as long as I had booked the room for 2. Just needed to register the ID at the front desk.

[The Duke]

Just got back from a trip there Was visiting a friend and decided to take a night out for myself Hotel del Rey is gone from what I was told.

There is a curfew from 11-5 and all casinos close at this time.

Was told best time to go is between 5 and 7 when they start working at Taormina hotel.

Hot ladies there Was late and one wanted to go to a motel for 150 HR plus 40 for the place.

Passed but there lots of other options.

[Sammon]

Don't think you need a car in San Jose. I've visited 2 years ago. San Jose is very congested. I took Uber everywhere. Then when I wanted to drive around the country and visit some places I rented a car. The most stressful part was driving out of San Jose. Once out in the country it wasn't a problem. I elected to get full coverage and was glad I did. Someone while I was parked caused some minor damage to the lower rear part of my car prorbably pulling out of a parking spot. Everything was completely covered by the insurance. I won't rent again without electing the full coverage but if you only plan on staying in San Jose, just use Uber or a taxi.

I do not stay in San Jose all the time. Yes, I meet girls there. Usually I like to take them on day trips. I met a very pretty tica with big boobs who lives near puerto limon. She suggested there is a carnival and we went. On the way she had her friend meet us and come with us. Equally pretty but not a working girl. We had a great time all day and night till midnight. We also went to an island nearby in a boat. In the evening there was a big music and dance party. I got to dance and kiss her friend. I suggested she come for a threesome back in San Jose. But she declined.

Met a very pretty Colombian and took her all day trip to Arenal. We had a great time at the hot springs pool all afternoon. People were looking at her and me maybe jealousy.

Took another girl to Jaco and Manuel Antonio, hired a boat and went fishing, island beach, made out on the sand with full view of the boat person who was little far but still could see.

This is the reason why I rent a car. Very adept in driving crowded conditions. Still take full insurance. Helped me couple of times with dings.

One time in Belize somebody smashed the window. I guess they thought of stealing something but I do not keep anything valuable.

People are very nice when driving to out of the way places. Some look at us funny but a smile goes a long way. Having a fully Spanish speaking girl helps. We have been offered drinks in local places by strangers. Only one time a drunk guy wanted to dance with my girl but you should see the fury in my girls face when she threatened him. Spanish girls are feisty.

My thing is wife up, get immersed in culture, drive with abandon.

[JustARub]

You should be able to take a SENSA plane which is the domestic airline of CR usually about $100 each way. 35 min flight.

You can take the bus from the 7-10 station in San Jose but it is not that comfortable and easily a 5-6 hour ride.

3 hour drive to Liberia if you rent a car. A private driver is going to be over $150-200 so I don't recommend. If you need a car just for the drive rent one from Alamo or Budget in San Jose and then drop off in Liberia. You can take Rte. 1 all the way and it is a safe and scenic and pleasant drive. But. It is a bit long.

If you're staying the night in downtown San Jose and decide to fly up (it's a really easy way and cheap) try and book a flight on AEROBEL of the much closer Tobías Bolaños airport the next morning.

[John Clayton]

Is there a bus to Liberia? Would a private car be reasonably cost efficient? I haven't a clue. Thanks.

I've done both car rental and bus. Less than 4 hours by car, 4 hours by bus, but not way more. Buses are convenient, clean and cheap.

[OldSchool318]

Hi folks, I am coming to Costa Rica next month to meet my beautiful lady in Liberia. I will be flying in to San Jose. What is the best and easiest way to get to Liberia from San Jose? I plan on spending the first night in San Jose, then finding my way to Liberia the next morning.

Is there a bus to Liberia? Would a private car be reasonably cost efficient? I haven't a clue. Thanks.

You should be able to take a SENSA plane which is the domestic airline of CR usually about $100 each way. 35 min flight.

You can take the bus from the 7-10 station in San Jose but it is not that comfortable and easily a 5-6 hour ride.

3 hour drive to Liberia if you rent a car. A private driver is going to be over $150-200 so I don't recommend. If you need a car just for the drive rent one from Alamo or Budget in San Jose and then drop off in Liberia. You can take Rte. 1 all the way and it is a safe and scenic and pleasant drive. But. It is a bit long.

[Radical Guy]

Hi folks, I am coming to Costa Rica next month to meet my beautiful lady in Liberia. I will be flying in to San Jose. What is the best and easiest way to get to Liberia from San Jose? I plan on spending the first night in San Jose, then finding my way to Liberia the next morning.

Is there a bus to Liberia? Would a private car be reasonably cost efficient? I haven't a clue. Thanks.