Signature Costa Rica
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Pre-Travel Form
We need some important information prior to your trip. This information will include your flight details which we need for your transfer. Please fill in this information as soon as possible.
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Please use this form to add available options to your tour. Any options selected will be added to your file and you will receive an updated invoice.

      
  
    
Arrival Details
Arrive to San Jose, Costa Rica - Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) - at any time on or before first day of tour.
Departure Details
Depart from San Jose, Costa Rica - Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) - at any time on last day of tour.
Airport Transfers
Airport transfers are included with your tour. You will be met at the airport. After you exit the secure area look for someone with a sign with either your name or the Women's Travel Club.


 


If you have purchased your own pre-night or post night accommodations (not through the Women's Travel Club) you will have to arrange your own airport transfer or take a taxi.
Flight Information
The Women’s Travel Club recommends booking flexible/refundable air tickets when possible. Please do not book flights until your tour status is guaranteed. Once your flights are booked please enter your flight information on the pre-travel form above.


If you would like assistance booking international flights for your tour please use the form below. The Women’s Travel Club Flight Desk will work with you to arrange the best options.


Our Flight management fee is CAD 100.00 + HST, per tour.
Entry Requirements
Visa




For Canadian and U.S. citizens, a tourist visa is not required for stays of up to 90 days in Costa Rica. A return flight ticket is needed when entering Costa Rica and the immigration officer will ask for it upon your arrival.




 


Passport


You should always make sure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months past the dates of travel.


 


Vaccinations
While no specific vaccinations are required, we recommend that your routine vaccinations are up to date and that you visit a local travel health clinic or doctor for advice prior to the trip.


 


Please note proof of vaccination is required if you are coming from or have transited through an airport of a country where Yellow Fever occurs, excluding Argentina and Panama, or if you are coming from Tanzania or Zambia.


 


The Women's Travel Club recommends travelers to be fully vaccinated against COVID. Some countries will require COVID vaccination to enter, it is the traveler's resposibility to insure they meet all requirements.  


 


Travel requirements may change at any time. Please visit your government's travel recommendations page. 
Canada - https://travel.gc.ca/ 
USA -  https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel.html
Connect with your new travel friends!
Group Chat
Chat with others on your tour on our private, online network. Share information and ideas for your upcoming tour.


 


Coming soon!


 
Online Meet & Greet
Join the live, online meet and greet to meet your fellow travelers and your tour host. This informal online get-together will happen shortly before your tour.


 


January 22, 2024 at 7:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Photo Sharing
Share pictures from the tour on this photo sharing app. Photos can be uploaded to social media. A great way for everyone to have access to the best photos.


 
Suggested Packing List
This is a suggested packing list for your tour. Please keep in mind that your personal needs or requirements may differ from the items on this list.
  • Flight information and documents - eticket number
  • Travel insurance policy 
  • Passport (make a copy)
  • Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination (if required)
  • COVID vaccine certificate (if required)
  • Pre travel COVID test certificate (if required)
  • Pen (please bring your own for filling our documents)
  • Camera (with extra memory cards and batteries)
  • Cash, credit card and debit card
  • Cell phone, tablet, etc with charging cables
  • Day pack (for daily excursions)
  • Earplugs (if needed)
  • Electical adapter and converter
  • External charger
  • Face masks
  • First aid kit and medications (bring extra prescription medications in their precription bottles)
  • Fleece top/sweater
  • Footwear including comfortable closed toe shoes
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hat
  • Headphones or earbuds
  • Light jacket
  • Locks for bags
  • Long pants, capris, and/or shorts
  • Money belt (optional)
  • Personal entertainment (reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc)
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Scarf or wrap
  • Shirts (blouses, t-shirts, tank tops, etc)
  • Sleepwear
  • Small travel towel (optional)
  • Smart outfit (optional for evenings out)
  • Sunglasses
  • Swimsuit and wrap
  • Toiletries
  • Watch and/or alarm clock
Weather
Highs around 86-94°F (30-35°C) with lows only dropping a few degrees to 76-84°F (25-29°C) overnight can make heading to the mountains for part of your vacation attractive. Daytime temperatures around the central valley are a very pleasant 75-85°F (24-29°C) this time of year.
Currency
The official currency in Costa Rica is the colón. US dollars are also widely accepted.


ATM machines are located throughout the country. Some of them remain closed from 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM.


All major credit cards are widely accepted.
Electric Outlets


In Costa Rica there are two associated plug types, types A and B. Type A plugs have two flat parallel pins and type B plugs have two flat parallel pins and a grounding pin. Costa Rica operates on a 120V supply voltage and 60Hz.




 


A universal all-in-one travel adapter (can be purchased from retailers like Amazon) will allow you to plug in and charge most electronic devices. Most electronic devices have built-in converters. However, if you plan to use North American appliances like hair dryers, flat irons or curling irons you will need a converter.