It offers a wide variety of cultural places, such as theaters, museums, art galleries, concert halls, with crafts and fine arts works of the highest order, also popular and modern music, as well as classical, ballet the Handicraft Market, the Central Market and the booths near the Democracy Square, the city of Moravia has numerous and varied shops. Modern shopping centers are located in the outskirts. At night, San Jose is a vibrant city with high-quiality options in dining to suit the most demanding tastes, trendy bars, clubs and discotheques, complemented with cinemas, theaters and concert halls. Enjoy the sun and waves safely, it is a good idea to swim alone, ask a ranger or local about possible dangers, do not leave any values unguarded on the beach, and always remember the sunscreen! Most stores and offices open around 9:00 a.m. and close around 6:00-7:00 p.m. Goverment offices are open from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. There are flights to different areas of the country, and they accept a maximum luggage of 25 pounds per person (12 Kg). Driving laws and rules. They are similar to those in Canada and United States. All street signs refer to speed or distance in kilometers. There are also signs marking passing zones. Gasoline is sold by liter (regular or Super unleaded-). Use of seat belts is required by law. Clothing and basic items. Lightweight cotton clothing and shorts are recommended. Warm clothing and rain gear will be needed if visiting the highlands and cloud forest. For beach/water trips a hat, sunglasses and waterproof sandals. A rain jacket and sturdy walking shoes if undertaking hiking tours. Dont forget insect repellent for jungle trips, personal medication, sun lotion/sun block. Standard (single) Air conditioning, Hot water, Telephone, Fully carpeted, Cable T.V., Private bathroom, 1 bed. Standard (double) Air conditioning, Hot water, Telephone, Fully carpeted, Cable T.V., Private bathroom, 2 beds. Standard (triple) Air conditioning, Hot water, Telephone, Fully carpeted, Cable T.V., Private bathroom, 3 beds. Standard (quadruple) Air conditioning, Hot water, Telephone, Fully carpeted, Cable T.V., Private bathroom, 4 beds. Superior Room Air conditioning, Hot water, Telephone, Fully carpeted, Cable T.V., Private bathroom, Living room, Safety box, Hair dryer. Junior Suite Air conditioning, Hot water, Telephone, Fully carpeted, Cable T.V., Private bathroom, Living room, Safety box, Hair dryer, Hot tub, Coffee maker, Minibar, Microwave. Business Room Free WI/FI Internet Conection. Electronic Safe Deposit Box, Mini Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Alarm Clock/Radio.

Since 1994, we have been lodging hundreds of tourist from all over the world. Thanks to our excellent location, just eight blocks from San Jose, capital of Costa Rica, we are the favorite hotel, for all those who want to have the world in their hands. Don't worry if you will be traveling everywhere around Costa Rica, Centro Colon Hotel will always be the best option you´ll have, and also the connection with the main places. Our hotel will offer you, since your entrance the most warm and complete service. Also, our personal will help you in all that you need inside and outside the hotel, and always will receive quality service. Centro Colon Hotel, located in Costa Rica, San Jose Downtown, just 15 minutes away from the International Airport, classified as an Executive Hotel, four (3) Stars, we have available 97 rooms, with air conditioning, Cable TV, Safe Deposit Box, Private Bathroom with Hot Water, Direct dial Phone Local and International, Mountain and City View, other services, Restaurant, Bar, Casino, Meeting Rooms for Special Events, Business Center, Information Center, Fax Service, Room Service, Money Exchange, Security 24 hours, the Best Hotel on the city, around you can find a lot of Restaurants, Malls, Rent a Cars, Tours offices, General Information about Costa Rica, come and enjoy with us the pleasure of the nature, sun and fun, Centro Colon Hotel the Special Place for your satisfaction. Visit our casino and play at our famous tables of Rummy, Tute (caribbean stud) or enjoy our amazing games, Slot machines and Roulette. Our hotel will offer you, since your entrance the most warm and complete service. Also, our personal will help you in all that you need inside and outside the hotel, and always will receive quality service. E-mail:info@hotelcentrocolon.com. P.O.Box 433-1007 North Side of Centro Colon, San Jose, Costa Rica. Call the Centro Colon Hotel directly Phone: (506) 2257-2580 Fax: (506) 2257-2582. Hosted and Designed by

Banks and most hotels change U.S. dollars; you should never change money on the street. Most major credit cards are accepted by many businesses; when travelling to more rural areas, it is always good idea to carry some cash. The water is safe to drink in most areas of the country. Bottled water is ecommended specially near the coast. Costa Rica is predominantly Catholic, but other denominations are found troughout the country. By law, a 10% service charge in your restaurant and bar bills is included. Taxi drivers generally do not expect a tip, but tour guides, maids bellboys at hotels generally do. Theathers Melico Salazar Popular Theater: located in San Jose 2nd Avenue between Central Avenue and 2nd Street. www.teatromelico.go.cr. National Theater Located in San Jose, 2nd Avenue, between 3rd and 5 th Streets.Open Monday through Saturday from 9:00- 16:00. ww.teatronacional.go.cr. Museums Costa Rica's National Museum Located in San Jose, between central and 2nd Avenue, 15 th-17 th Streets. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 8:30 - 16:30. Costa Rican Museum of Art Located in la Sabana Metropolitan Park, San Jose, Central Avenue.42 nd Street. Open: Tuesday through Friday 9:00 - 17:00 Saturday and Sunday 10:00 - 18:00 Sunday Free Admittance. Central Bank Gold Museum Located beneath the Culture Plaza, Central Avenue, 5 th Street. Open daily: 9:30 - 17:00 www.museosdelbancocentral.org. Jade Museum Located in the INS Building, First Floor, Avenue 5-7 Streets 11-13. Open Monday through Friday 9:30 - 16:30. Saturday : 10:00 - 14:00. Malls Multiplaza: Located Prospero Fernandez highway, 2 kms west of the toll booth.10 minutes from the Hotel. Costa Rica Time Times around the world, relative to Costa Rica. (-1 hr during daylight saving's time in US).

Shuttle Service Airport-Hotel-Airport Available. Las Carabelas Restaurant (open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Touristic Information Center

Have a copy of your passport all the time with you and leave your passport and other values at the security box in your hotel room. If someone suspicious approaches your vehicle a red light or stop sign, blow the horn. If you must carry a purse or shoulder bag, hold it in front of you close to your body. Be sure it is closed securely. If you are challenged by a hostile individual, do not resist. Give the person what is asking for, your belongings are not worth your life or serious injury. If become lost, find a public place, like a service station, to read your map or ask for directions. Keep doors locked and windows up when driving, and when the vehicle is parked. If using an automatic teller machine, make sure the area is well it. Count your money inside your vehicle with the windows up and doors locked. Do not leave the keys in your vehicle or the motor runnig when using the automatic teller machine or a public telephone. In case of emergency call 911 from any telephone. 433-1007 Centro Col?n info@hotelcentrocolon.com. For further information please fill the requested form:

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The Republic of Costa Rica. 51,000 KM2 (19.632 square miles). Turdus grayi (Clay coloured Robin) Yiguirro Cattleya Skinneri (Orchid) Guaria Morada Chirripo 3,819 m./ 12,530 ft. Irazu 3,432 m./ 11,260 ft. 9 (Orosi, Rincon de la Vieja, Miravalles, Tenorio, Arenal, Poas, Barva, Irazu and Turrialba). Costa Rica time is the same as US Central Standard Time (GMT-6). Daylight Savings Time is not observed. The average temperature in the Central Plateau area is approximately 20 C° (68 F°), and in the low coast lands 26 C° (79 F°). The rainy season begins in May and continues through late November, but is not constantly wet: July invariably bring a temporary abatement and, in general mornings are clear. There are plenty of microclimates too, with temperatures descending as altitudes rise. In the dry season, San Jose and other Central Valley towns enjoy a fresh, breezy, spring-like climate requiring a jacket or sweater in the evenings, while the pacific side endures stifling temperatures. Rain still occur in high mountainous area, and above all, in the Caribbean lowlands, where downpours can last for days or break into brilliant sunshine a couple hours. Fields with asterisks are required