Costa Rica - Travel Report

Tourist facilities are extensive and generally adequate. The capital is San Jose. English is widely spoken. Most major credit cards are accepted, although it is advisable to inquire with your financial institution regarding specific acceptability. Travelers checks should be taken in U.S. dollars to avoid additional exchange rate charges. There are no restrictions on the importation or exportation of local or foreign currency. Costa Rica is located in an earthquake, hurricane and volcanic zone. General information about natural disaster preparedness is available via the Internet from the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) at http://www.fema.gov/.