Is it safe for Americans to drive around Costa Rica?


Is it safe for Americans to drive around Costa Rica? TRAVEL GUIDE: DRIVING IN COSTA RICA Driving in Costa Rica is definitely safe, as long as you realize: the rules and road conditions are very different from what US drivers are used to. Challenges include animals, weather, and a lack of signage in cities.


What are the negatives of tourism in Costa Rica?

Tourism in Costa Rica causes problems with in the habitats of animals and plants living there. Because of tourism half of Costa Rica's monkey population is gone. And rain forests are growing smaller.


Do I need malaria pills for Costa Rica?

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Costa Rica take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip.