If you are planning a vacation in Nosara, Costa Rica, but you want to find out more about this destination before you leave, then this is the right article for you. Listed below you will find some useful information about the town’s location, facilities,as well as a few data on the suburbs and the beaches.

1. The official city of Nosara, which is part of the Costa Rican peninsula of Nicoya, is located 6 km inland from the beach. The Nicoya peninsula is one of the few places in Costa Rica that still has large areas with unpaved roads and Nosara is no exception.

2. The Nosara town hosts a market, post office, several churches, a public school, a private bilingual school, a police station, and a public library. Although the town has no hospital facility, it is home to a Red Cross clinic, whose ambulances service the entire area, including the beaches.

3. Nosara has a rainforest climate, so tourists may encounter some issues with local bugs, especially mosquitoes. Packing an insect repellent in your luggage might be a good idea, but no other precautions are necessary as serious incidents are uncommon.

4. Although there are several international restaurants in the area of Nosara, including French, Mexican, Italian and Swiss, you will not regret it if you try out some traditional Costa Rica food. The food is typically light and refreshing, consisting of tortillas, fresh fruits, beans, rice, and various smoothies.

5. Language wise, you will have no problems in hotels and restaurants or with health services, as you will find people who speak English. However, most residents speak only Spanish so this can be the perfect opportunity for you to improve your skills with this language. People here are very friendly and patient so even if your Spanish is bad, do not be afraid to ask questions.

6. When packing your baggage, try to take summer wear, such as flip-flops, shorts, sunglasses, sunscreen, and bathing suit. The wear is pretty informal and casual in this place, so no need to overdress. If you are visiting during the wet season (April and May) make sure you take an umbrella with you.

7. Most activities in Nosara can be scheduled when you arrive, so you do not need to make any reservations. However, if you are planning on taking a fishing trip on a charter, it is advisable you plan this specific activity ahead of time, because places are usually limited.

8.If you have cash on you, it is advisable that you change your dollars to colones, the Costa Rica currency, before arriving in Nosara, because not all places accept foreign money. It is better to bring cash and local currency as it can be somewhat of a hassle trying to exchange money or to withdraw from a bank.

These are the most important things a tourist visiting Nosara, Costa Rica should keep in mind. For more information on the city of Nosara as well as available holiday offers, contact any tourist agency.

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