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[Eduardo49]

Just got into SJO 2 days ago, and looking for a good massage, with or without extras. I've visited a few of the pensions around el centro, but am wondering if you guys could point me towards an actual massage. First time in SJO, and staying near Escazu.

You can go to the Hotel Taormina and get a massage from Yorleny, Hazel at L'Amistad or use the Bamboo Spa at the Sportsman's Lodge. You do not have to be a guest there to get a massage.

[EllissDee]

Just got into SJO 2 days ago, and looking for a good massage, with or without extras. I've visited a few of the pensions around el centro, but am wondering if you guys could point me towards an actual massage. First time in SJO, and staying near Escazu.

[EllissDee]

I just arrived and I'm in town for a few weeks, and am looking for what I've found throughout my travel in South America to be a unicorn: a good massage. Most massage joints are basically brothels, and while as a fellow monger I'll visit several on this trip, I'd like to know if any of you who know this town could recommend me a decent massage place, with or without extras. Any suggestions?

[Eduardo49]

What are best place to go beside Del Rey on Sunday during the day.

If you want to watch football or sports programs the Sportsman's Lodge is a good place to hangout. There are generally 10 to 20 girls there, the food is good, and the crowd is a friendlier group of mongers than you will encounter at the Del Rey. Besides the Del Rey and Sportsman's there are several MPs open, most notable are Zona II, New Fantasy and Monica's.

[Gagoo]

After a week in Medellin I plan to fly to San Jose for a week before returning home. I notice Costa Rica has some requirements regarding yellow fever vaccination for travelers from Colombia. But I'm not clear if it applies to travelers able to prove (with hotel receipts) they didn't visit infected areas. Anyone can help me on this?

I know others have answered this, but I can say I was actually denied the flight from Bogota to San Jose.

I already had tickets to go to about 5 or 6 countries just hopping around. When I checked in to the airport in Bogota they asked my for a copy of my Yellow Fever shot. I said I might have had it before. But, they said I can't go. They said they might know of a clinic or something that would give me the vaccine and falsely the date to at least 10 days ago. But, I just did not have time. I was really disappointed. So. Since I had more days to travel from not being able to go to Costs Rica I took the next flight to Medellin again. So, I was not too upset.

[Bearyc]

Over the past 3 years I have been working off of the maps that are several years old. They seem to be rather outdated. Some of the places do not exist anymore. I found some new places that are not on the map. One of the things that would be interested in is any of the local massage parlors (or whatever you call them here). Occasionally I find one or two gems in these little places. Does anybody have any updated info or maps. As I do every trip here I will post what I find.

[Bearyc]

What are best place to go beside Del Rey on Sunday during the day.

[CaliLuv10]

Anyone here been to massage in Heredia? I saw they advertise a lot on backpage but can't locate the exact location or the name of the place. Kinda want to try out the new territory other than around San Jose.

[Dr Dong]

Balmoral used to be GF, for a joiner fee. Now they've dolled up the place and made it more family friendly. I agree on the Morazan, it's a dump, but the girls like the convenience of a "hit it and git it" so they can walk back for seconds and thirds. A girl's got to earn a living!

The Morazan is a dump, which is a gross understatement. No pun intended. You probably have a better chance of catching something there than you do from the girls!

I stayed at the Balmoral during this past Halloween and experienced no problems at all (there was a small "entry fee" I would never stay at the Morozan, however I'd have no problem taking a Tica back there for an hour or two.

Long live The Presidente!

[Nixonbd]

Belmoral was a poor choice. The Morazon, very close by, is chica friendly and does not charge a chica fee. Try to change.

Balmoral used to be GF, for a joiner fee. Now they've dolled up the place and made it more family friendly. I agree on the Morazan, it's a dump, but the girls like the convenience of a "hit it and git it" so they can walk back for seconds and thirds. A girl's got to earn a living!

[Viejo Loco]

I will be in Costa Rica first time from Dec. 26 -Jan. 9. I am hoping some kind hearted guiders can help me with occasional tips. I will be more than happy in return to document the highlights as well as the lowlights.

I booked the Belmoral hotel. It seemed to be in the heart of the action. I assumed this would mean it would be girl friendly.

Did I make an ass out of myself. Does anyone know if I will be rejected at the door with my meat socket on hand? Thanks bro's.

Belmoral was a poor choice. The Morazon, very close by, is chica friendly and does not charge a chica fee. Try to change.

[SportMongr]

I will be in Costa Rica first time from Dec. 26 -Jan. 9. I am hoping some kind hearted guiders can help me with occasional tips. I will be more than happy in return to document the highlights as well as the lowlights.

I booked the Belmoral hotel. It seemed to be in the heart of the action. I assumed this would mean it would be girl friendly.

Did I make an ass out of myself. Does anyone know if I will be rejected at the door with my meat socket on hand? Thanks bro's.

[PirateMorgan]

You need it ten days before you fly. The AIRLINE was not going to let me fly without the certificate. Worked out I squeaked in without the certificate based on a time provision, or something. Best get the shot and the certificate ten days before you fly and don't mess around. Airlines suck.(just remembered...I think it a restriction about being in Bogota, not all of Colombia, so check it out)

[Big Jay]

How common are BBBJ, CIM from attractive chicas? Does anyone have a recommendation for on best cities to visit?

[Osgood]

After a week in Medellin I plan to fly to San Jose for a week before returning home. I notice Costa Rica has some requirements regarding yellow fever vaccination for travelers from Colombia. But I'm not clear if it applies to travelers able to prove (with hotel receipts) they didn't visit infected areas. Anyone can help me on this?

Yes, you will not be able to enter Costa Rica without yellow fever vaccination coming from Colombia, perhaps you should got to Costa Rica first then Colombia.