Yes, you can get around Guanacaste without speaking Spanish. Since Costa Rica is a touristic country, many locals who work in the tourism industry speak a high level of English, especially guanacaste have a large North American population.
However, don’t count on all Costa Ricans speaking English. Small family run hotels may not speak much English and bus/taxi/shuttle drivers know little or basic English.
It is highly recommended to write down some Spanish words and phrases just in case. Locals do highly appreciate it even if it’s broken Spanish and it gives you a deeper connection to the people!
Rainy season in Guancaste is from end of April to beginning of December. The rainiest months in Costa Rica are September and October.
Yes! Guanacaste is a wonderful country for families. Toddlers, kids and teens will have a blast exploring this beautiful tropical country. They will love all the beaches
Additionally, Guanacaste love kids and babies as their culture is very family centered. Don’t be surprised if you’re walking down the street and the locals come up to you to hug and kiss your baby! They are particularly respectful to pregnant woman and young children. When it comes to security, Guanacaste is a very safe for families.
USD is readily accepted in Guanacaste when it comes to tourism. The current exchange rate is around 600 to 1 but it changes daily.
We recommend bringing clothes that dry fast and wick away moisture, closed toed hiking sandals, lots of sunscreen and mosquito repellent, sunglasses, hat, a micro fiber towel, an insulated water bottle and a swim suit.
Any other question you may have before your trip to Guanacaste please contact us at lir.gte@stcostaricadmc.com or our 24 hours WhatsApp Chat.
