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Ohio
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 travel destination and time to go 

We were planning a trip to the Pacific side of Costa Rica in September or October however, I have noticed some resorts are closed during these months. I assume do to rain. Is this a bad time to visit? Should I stick with the Guanacaste area or Carribean side?

San Jose...
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1. Re: travel destination and time to go

Great question...the best!! Caribbean side...IT IS SUMMER there...lovely days...nice room at the Banano Azul...or at Arrecifes in Punta Uva...or find a little Ginger bread house for rent...

Just buckle up and enjoy the ride in PARADISE!

Tamarindo...
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reviews: 2
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for Tamarindo, Province of Guanacaste, Santa Cruz

Tamarindo Beach is one of the driest places in Guanacaste during those months, it is the rainy season. However, while in neighboring areas, its raining, here it will sprinkle - usually. However, we still have our beautiful beaches.

I like this time because it is quieter and the locals have more time to sit down and talk. Also, things and lodging are cheaper. Each season has its own advantages.

Click this link for more information:

www.tamarindocosta-rica.com

Tamarindo monthly weather forecast:

tamarindocosta-rica.com/local-information/we…

Tamarindo Tourism

Antigua...
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reviews: 17
3. Re: travel destination and time to go

Hi,

The reason some places area closed is not only because of the rain, but it's also the slowest time of the year and it costs more for them to stay open then to close for the month.

However!!! this is really good news for you, because everyone, who's open, is having major specials for this time of the year!

Hope this helps,

Marina K. Villatoro

http://travelexperta.com

Puerto...
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reviews: 4
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for Puerto Viejo

September and October are absolutely great on the Caribbean side, the ocean is calm and clear and generally no rain.

There are however no big resorts on this side of the country, no high rise or golf courts either.

But we do have beautiful beaches, rainforest, nice places to stay and good restaurants.

Ohio
posts: 6
5. Re: travel destination and time to go

Can you make a few suggestions? I don't need a fancy resort but would like on the beach if possible, restuarant and bar so my husband can socialize with others, a little privacy would be nice but not to remote so we can visit other restuarants in the area. No need for AC but comfy beds a must. Quiet rooms. Am I asking to much?

Seattle...
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for Osa, Tortuguero

Azania Bungalows. Right across the beach from Cocles. Restaurant and beverages (not really a formal bar), nice pool, nice bungalows, pretty grounds. Walking distance to town. They have bicycles you can ride all over to other beaches (it is flat there). You could combine with trip to Tortuguero.

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