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Please review the checklist and make sure you have all items in order well in advance:

1. Money! Please plan to pull Costa Rican Colones from the ATM machine upon arrival. Most businesses accept USD and credit/ debit card, but only  Costa Rican Colones are accepted at smaller shops and markets.  

2. Final Itinerary.  10 -14 days prior to departure, you'll be emailed the final itinerary. Please print this and travel with it.

3. Schedule a pre-departure call. After you get the final itinerary and before you depart, please schedule a call with your trip coordinator to cover last-minute questions and reminders. 

4. Verify Airline Requirements. Some airlines may require additional affidavits to be filled out before travel. Please double-check with your airlines before traveling.

5. CISI Medical Insurance Cards. You'll be emailed a medical insurance card via CISI Insurance that you'll need to print and travel with.