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ACAR Guide to SJO

San Jose’s Juan Santamaria Airport Juan Santamaria International Airport is Costa Rica’s first and largest airport and located in Alajuela 20 km west of downtown San Jose Airport.  It was named after a drummer boy who died defending Costa Rica against US led forces captained by William Walker.  It has been open since 1958 and […]

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High Season Driving in Costa Rica

Things to know about visiting Costa Rica in the High Season   Vacations are about hot, sunny days ending with spectacular sunsets and warm evenings.  From November to April is high season and dry season in Costa Rica, when the sun shines and visitors flock to the country to enjoy the tropics and escape with […]