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I'm a young female going to Costa Rica in a week or so, on a really tight budget. I'm just wondering if anyone can give me some tips on rough areas, and where it's safer, but still on the cheaper side. I already know San Jose and Limon aren't the safest from experience.

I also have to go through Bataan, does anyone know if there's a decent hostel, or should I just try to avoid staying there?

Anyone heard anything about Tortuga Feliz or Montana Linda?

Approximate amount of money anyone spent daily there?

Thanks for any advice.

mbo108

Sorry I can't help you out. I know that several people on here have spent time in Costa. Jengt did a solo trip there awhile back. I'm sure you'll get some good responses.

Did you check Hostelworld.com for a place in Bataan?

marc873

^^^^^ I agree, hang out for a bit, and lots of Tpunks with CR experience will be able to help you out. Have a great and safe trip!!!

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TheJake

I'm changing the title of this thread to attract more CR folks

blinkchick2134

I was in CR last summer but I only stayed in San Jose and San Isidro del General in the south.

I forget the town but it's near Limon on the Caribbean coast. There's a place called Rocking J's, that's supposed to be nice. I'm sure there's a few mentions of it on the boards. Do a search on 'Rocking J's'. If you're looking for hiking I recommend Chirripo National Park in the south. Very nice to see rural CR areas and beautiful natures, minus all the tourists that you'll get in the northern parks.

Sorry I can't be of huge help. I'm sure Hwei will come along with some tips.

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jengt

I was in CR in January this year but didn't hit any of the areas you mentioned. I just went to Monteverde & La Fortuna. I did fly in & out of San Jose. I stayed at Hostel Pangea when I was in San Jose. Not a bad place, they have their own bar on the roof.

I didn't have any problems being a single female. You just have to be aware of your surroundings.

As Blinkchick said, I'm sure Freespiritz will be on soon. She did a more extensive tour of Costa Rica so may have more info for you.

Enjoy Costa Rica. It's a beautiful country!

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MolsonGirl

I was on the west coast and loved it.... that was like 6 years ago now.. Didn't like san jose, tamarindo was ok.... but full of tourists. from what I've head CR has changed a lot in the past couple of years

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