January 2010
14 posts
Testimonials
“Samir Salinas’ services are unparalleled. I didn’t have to worry about anything. He picked me up at the airport, translated for me, arranged my taxi service, and told me what areas to avoid while in Costa Rica. I felt like I had an angel with me the whole time. I cannot recommend him enough. He was amazing.”
Jeff Rivera - American Novelist
About Samir Salinas
I know it gets really confusing sometimes coming to a new country, whether you are on vacation or thinking about staying a little while longer. You don’t know who to talk to, maybe you don’t speak the language and you don’t know where to start.
That’s where I come into the picture. Rather than calling for hotel reservations, car rental, limo service, restaurant...
How much should you tip a taxi driver in Costa...
How much does it cost to take a taxi in San Jose,...
How much does it cost to rent a place in Costa...
How much money should you bring to Costa Rica?
Is it as cheap as people say it is in Costa Rica?
What clothes should you pack when coming to Costa...
How much does it cost for a hotel in Costa Rica?
What kind of fruit trees do they have in Costa...
Are people friendly in Costa Rica?
Does Costa Rica get hurricanes?
A rainbow in Costa Rica
This video is so cool. It is a video taken right in Rio Piedras in Costa Rica of a rainbow but not just any rainbow. Have you ever seen the other side of rainbow? You can, here in this video if you look carefully. You’ll see all that and more in beautiful Rio Piedras, Costa Rica.
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A Humming bird in Costa Rica
Here is a beautiful short video of a humming bird a friend of mine caught while in Rio Piedras in Costa Rica. Sometimes the animals are so tame in this area that you can practically stand right next to them and they won’t move. Others are a little afraid.
December 2009
11 posts
Will my bank freeze my bank account while in Costa...
Here’s a very important tip, before you leave for Costa Rica call all your banks and let them know you’ll be traveling here and let them know how long you’ll be traveling. Why? Because if they see a lot of what they consider “suspicious activity” on your debit card then they might freeze your account and that would not be a very pleasant experience while...
How do you get a phone line in Costa Rica?
If you’re thinking about staying in Costa Rica for a longer period of time, you might be thinking about how you can get a phone line in Costa Rica. One thing to remember, in fact few Americans realize this but in order to get a phone line Costa Rica, you must be a resident of Costa Rica or own a corporation. But there are ways around this, feel free to shoot me an email and I’ll...
Do you need a passport to go to Costa Rica?
So, do you need a passport to go to Costa Rica? If you’re an American thinking about traveling to Costa Rica, then yes you definitely need one to travel outside the country. This passport will give you the freedom to travel throughout our beautiful country for up 90 days, after that, it’s best to leave the country and you can always come back in a few days later.
Are there really cheap dentists in Costa Rica?
Besides vacationing in Costa Rica, many Americans have come to Costa Rica to take advantage of the low-cost dental care. Is it true that you can get braces, cleanings, crowns and cosmetic dental surgery cheap in Costa Rica? The answer is absolutely. Don’t be surprised if you hear of dentist who charge up to 80% cheaper than in the United States. Be sure to check the dentists’...
Do they speak English in Costa Rica?
Many of my clients want to know a very legitimate question, do they speak English in Costa Rica. And the truth is, I would say about 90% of Costa Ricans speak only Spanish but there are a large amount of people like me that are bilingual and of course a large group of Americans that live here too. We’ll be more than happy to help you find your way while visiting this beautiful country.
Does it rain a lot in Costa Rica?
My tip for the day is to definitely bring an umbrella when coming to Costa Rica. During the rainy season which is about between April-November it rains a lot. The last thing you need is to get soaked and the funny thing is, in small towns such as in the beautiful city of Arenal, you don’t see people carrying umbrellas. They simply don’t leave the house when it rains or they walk...
Are there a lot of bugs in Costa Rica?
One of the major questions Americans want to know about Costa Rica is about the bugs. Are there are a lot of insects in Costa Rica. Let me tell you Costa Rica is home to some of the most unique insects in the world but fortunately most of them don’t bite. And even more fortunately, a can of bug spray is only one store away here in Costa Rica.
Is it safe for Americans in Costa Rica?
Do they like Americans in Costa Rica? Are you kidding?! Of course we do! We love American culture, music, food, and of course your movie stars. In fact, rumor has it that Mel Gibson, Madonna and artists such as Pink have homes here too. It’s very safe politically for Americans here too. In fact, did you know that Costa Rica doesn’t even have an army?
Why travel to Costa Rica?
A lot of people ask me why they should consider traveling to Costa Rica instead of any other place in the world and I’ll tell you:
1) The weather. Costa Rica has the most beautiful tropical weather. It is usually 70-80 degrees every single day with a light breeze. It’s unbelievable.
2) The wildlife. You will see some of the most beautiful and unique animals here in Costa Rica....
When is the best time of year to visit Costa Rica?
So, when is the best time of year to visit Costa Rica? I would definitely say the best time of year to visit Costa Rica is between December and May. Why? Because the rainy season has finished pretty much. The one draw back is that that is considered “high season” and with high season comes high season prices. However, don’t be surprised if you can still find airline deals....
