Caribbean Cruises – The Ultimate Vacation to the Rich Coast

Posted by GULLIVER | Costa Cruises | Posted on June 1st, 2011

There are a few decisions to be made when one starts to gather information on Caribbean cruises, but once these decisions are made, this will be one of your most worry-free holidays ever.  Make plans to travel to Costa Rica, which translated means “Rich Coast,” while relaxed aboard a cruise ship and then be ready to venture out as soon as you arrive.

The all-inclusive aspects of selecting a cruise to Costa Rica, or anywhere else in the Eastern or Western Caribbean, means your accommodation, meals, and other travel expenses are identified and paid for long before you reach the dock to board.  If the idea of “no hidden fees” appeals to you, especially in this time of ever-increasing fees for almost everything, you’ll be glad to know all the details about your travel costs up-front.

Costa Rica is a great example of a cruise destination.  The country is accessible, touching both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, and its territory size means visitors can travel from coast-to-coast within the country in less than a 3-hour drive.  Costa Ricans are rightly proud of the natural beauty of their country.  This neo-tropical climate boasts nature and biological reserves and National Parks such as Tortuguero, famous for sea turtle nesting, which are active and popular tourist areas.  Professionally-guided tours can be arranged dockside at Puerto Limon.

On to the details…

A valid passport is a requirement for entering Costa Rica, along with an entry and exit ticket.  Visas are not required for residents of the US, Canada, and most European countries.  Those wishing to drive in Costa Rica may do so for up to three months with their valid, point-of-origin driver’s license.  Be forewarned – most parks are not wheel-chair accessible.

For an added holiday bonus, plan your Caribbean cruise including Costa Rica, to catch the Limon Carnival in October and in the Capital city of Puntarenas from February 21st to March 3rd each year.

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