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Economy car rental in Costa Rica

The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Costa Rica are: Toyota Aygo, Pontiac Matiz, Hyundai Atos, Kia Picanto, Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Getz and others.

When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Costa Rica vary from 100 to 1.000 euro/dollars. Check the rental conditions of each car in your selection to find a vehicle with a minimum deposit.

If your routes in Costa Rica are foreseen to pass through hilly areas or mountains, it is not recommended to consider very small cars for rental. Their engines are usually insufficient for a confident driving on the roads with long or steep climbs.

At the rental office in Costa Rica, consider to take a 'Breakdown Assistance' package or ask an officer for a contact data to use in case of a vehicle breakdown. Cheap cars are sometimes unpredictable in operation.

Upon receipt of the rental invoice, please check that all the information, as well as the final payment amount do match the data in your voucher.

OrangeSmile.com wishes you a safe and great trip to Costa Rica!

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Driving Advices for Costa Rica – Traffic Regulations and Road Usage Peculiarities

Taking into consideration the abovementioned features of local roads, it is recommended to move on them only with the seat belts fastened. The possibility that the driver will be fined for an unfastened belt or for talking on a cell phone while driving is very small, but it is recommended to comply with the rules for your own safety.

The road near Lake Arenal is definitely one of the most beautiful roads in the country. People, who enjoy travelling away from busy cities and like tropical landscapes, will certainly like driving on it. Not far away from the road you will see the volcano that has the same name as the lake. There is one more road near the volcano that will certainly please curious travelers.

These places are very popular with travelers, so all road signs located on the highway are duplicated in English. In addition to usual road signs you will find numerous pointers that will certainly help travelers find a suitable hotel, a shop or a restaurant.

Sightseeing of San Jose, Costa Rica

San Jose: topics

Plaza de La Cultura becomes the most visited square during cultural events. Festivals, musical concerts and national holidays – are all incredibly bright and joyful. However, it also deserves your attention on a typical day due to beautiful sights located on its territory. Cementerio General de San José is a real “museum of sculptural art”. All the statues and tombstones that are located here perfectly fit into the concept of “masterpiece sculptures”. In San Jose, you can also find lovely graffiti-painted walls – the City of Color Murals. Walking along the street Calle 17 gives you the opportunity to see the work of street art. Street art is represented here in all its glory. The Banco Central building is also an interesting place – especially the statues that are situated in front of it which are dedicated to ancestors of the locals — the Indians.

Walking through the already mentioned Plaza de la Democracia, you should pay attention to the stone balls (the so-called “petrospheres”) Esferas de Piedra de Costa Rica. Such spheres were found throughout Costa Rica in the 1930s. Today they are memorable symbols of the country, whereas scientists are still arguing over their use. It is more likely that they were symbols of heavenly bodies. Another assumption is that such spheres marked the boundary between the lands of the Indian tribes. Scientists are sure of one thing – the balls are of man-made (not natural) origin. One of such spheres can be found in the courtyard of the Museo Nacional de Costa Rica. The museum itself is also worth a visit. Through its vast exposition, you can learn a lot about the history of the country.
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