Hi
We are planning a trip to Costa Rica. We have done a bit of travel before but are wondering about safety. Is this a place to rent a car and go independently to major sites on East and West Coasts and inland, or should we go on a small group tour?
Travel countries say this is a very safe place and the safest in Central America but we have seen a worrying article on Wikipedia:
In recent years, San José has suffered a growing problem with crime, due partly to population growth in the greater metropolitan area and limited economic opportunities. Tourists are frequently targeted and it is advisable to use taxis even for extremely short distances. Visitors to the heart of San Jose should pay particular attention due to lax policing and the presence of gangs, some of which have operated with impunity for years. Tourists are advised to carry only as much cash as is required and to leave credit cards in a safe at their hotel.
Can you shed some light?
2007-07-04
01:55:22
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Keston R
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