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The Pre-Stay Guide to a Perfect Arrival at the Palms, Playa Flamingo.

Before you pack, know that it is hot, you are staying on the beach (think humidity!), and the vibe is casual.

The Pacific North Coast of Costa Rica is rich with beaches and sprinkled with all the wonders of Guanacaste: fruit trees, howler monkeys, and hot weather.

What clothing to pack. This area of Costa Rica has 2 seasons.

Dry season: November - April where barely a sprinkle will be felt.

Rainy season: May - October where there are hard rains that pass, often only for a few hours.

One of my fave stylists in Canada graciously put together a travel wardrobe concept for women going on a Costa Rican vacation. Here is a link to download the PDF.

Should I bring money?

We recommend bringing $200-$500 hundred US dollars. Most places accept credit cards and the local banks allow you to withdraw money from your accounts. The local currency is USD and CRC (Costa Rican Colon).

 

#1. Location. Your stay is situated 1 hour from Liberia International Airport and most guests fly into and out of Liberia International Airport (LIR). Here is a link to the google map location.

#2. Customs. You will need a return flight and where you will be staying to pass customs. You are staying at The Palms Private Residences in Playa Flamingo. After customs is baggage collection and finally a baggage scanner where you will be asked to throw out any fresh fruit and vegetables that are not allowed in the country.

#3. Getting there. Your driver will pick you up at the main entrance to the airport. Typically they are holding a sign with your name on it. We do not recommend renting a car at the airport.

#4. You have 24/7 concierge services included with your stay.

Our Palms concierge team is there to help with excursions, bookings of restaurants, help with the common space use of the property, ordering more beach towels, booking daily cleaning, etc. They can help with A LOT of your questions on-site.

#5. There are extras at the Palms that create an all-inclusive feel.

A fresh beach towel daily service, daily housekeeping, internet hubs around the common grounds, a full gym with AC, a masseuse and a staffed bar to order smoothies or sunset drinks (these services are extras if they are not included in your retreat).

Some of our Community Rules to Know About

Our Palms Private Residences complex counts 32 two-bedroom Villas and 2 three-bedroom Villas. Most owners rent their homes and we have agreed on some common space rules to make each guests’ and owners’ experience peaceful. Here they are. The less common ones are highlighted so you don’t miss them!

  1. Music players in common space are forbidden

  2. Smoking anywhere on the property is forbidden

  3. Food and picnics at the pool is discouraged

  4. Children’s toys and large floatation toys like loungers and kick boards are discouraged

  5. Jumping into the pool, diving, or canon balls is forbidden

  6. Hanging clothing to dry on the balcony or terrace is forbidden (our family made this faux-pas on our first stay 🤫)

  7. Inviting guests who are not staying at the complex without permission from the owner is forbidden

  8. More than 6 people staying in 1 Villa is forbidden (it’s a 2 bedroom space so this would be cramped!)


We look forward to hosting you!

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