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One week group stay in July...

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One week group stay in July...
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Group of us flying into SJO, staying in Esterillos Este.

We are thinking of renting (probably two?) cars from SJO and driving to the beach. Any suggestions for car rentals? Advice for driving? Any good things to know when traveling through Costa that might be different than US?

Also, what do we need to know about $ ? Do we need to convert? If so, is it better to do that in the US or once we land in SJO?

We will be staying in a house and will need to buy groceries. Where would a good place for shopping be? Is there a supermarket or farmers market close to Esterillos Este?

Thank you in advance for any and all help!

-Emily

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Sebastian, Florida
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Emily You are sure to enjoy your trip. If you take a few minutes to read through the posts here on TA you will find endless answers to your exact ?s.

Overwhelmingly Vamos Rental gets the best reviews (Costaricadiscount.com will get you a great discount)

Driving is easy on major paved roads for most of your route. I would choose 4x4 only because it is more comfortable if you go exploring once at the coast, off the main highways.

Opinions vary widely regarding conversion of $. If you decide not to convert bring US bills in $20 and lower denominations.

Plenty of places to buy groceries. Someone else can tell you the closest. You will pass some along the way without even getting off the highway. Stop in Orotina when you see the stands along the roadside for great fresh fruits.

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