is san jose, costa rica worth a week-long stay?
So, here’s the deal: I’m a woman in my 50s, and I finally decided to take the plunge and travel solo for the first time in my life. Not only is this my first trip outside the US, but it’s also my first time flying alone—talk about jumping in with both feet! I picked San Jose, Costa Rica, mostly because I had some airline points to use up and the price was right. I booked an Airbnb apartment for a week, and even found a couple of tours (like a food and bar crawl) that sounded fun.
But now that everything’s booked and my passport is ready, I keep asking myself: Did I bite off more than I can chew? I’ve read some mixed things about San Jose—some people say it’s not the prettiest place to spend a whole week, and now I’m wondering if I should have planned to see more of the country instead of just staying in the city. Honestly, I’m a little nervous about getting around, especially since I don’t speak much Spanish and I’ve never rented a car in a foreign country before.
Has anyone else stayed in San Jose for a week? Was it worth it, or did you wish you’d explored more? If you’ve been, what did you wish you’d packed that you forgot? And for those who rented a car or took the bus, was it a hassle, or did it open up the trip?
I’d love to hear your real stories—especially if you’ve ever felt a little in over your head on a trip. Did you regret staying in one place, or was it a blessing in disguise? Sometimes I feel like travel advice online is all sunshine and rainbows, but I want to know the honest, nitty-gritty details!
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