Driving in Costa Rica as an expat comes with a learning curve. This guide explains licensing, homologation, buying a car, DEKRA inspections, safety culture, and practical tips for navigating Costa Rican roads with confidence.
Transportation
What is it like to drive in Costa Rica? Exciting, nerve-wracking, scary, maybe dangerous, but never boring. At times you might feel like you’re on a roller coaster or in a video game. While driving in Costa Rica can be intimidating for new residents and visitors, it gives you the freedom you wouldn’t have when riding a bus.....
Cars, golf carts, buses, taxis, horses, or your own two feet… With so many transportation options in Costa Rica, which is best for getting around Playas del Coco, Playa Hermosa, and beyond?! It’s all about preference! A Guide to Getting Around the Northwest Pacific Coast of Costa Rica Located along the northwest Pacific coast, the Province of Guanacaste is a favored destination for those visiting or relocating to Costa Rica, and it’s easy to see why.....