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19-Jun-2008 15:30
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Welcome to the Thorn Tree's Central America branch.
We hope you find plenty of useful information about travelling to Central America here. It is highly recommended that new users check out the Central America FAQ thread before posting a new thread; you may find many of the answers you seek there, and the FAQ thread has been updated as of December 2008! It also contains helpful information about how to search the forum and advice for how to post your questions. If you are a returning user or a Central America guru, please help us keep the FAQ thread up-to-date by adding important information which is absent, or pointing out information which is no longer being represented accurately.
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23-Jun-2005 22:17
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17-Nov-2009 03:49
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Here are some tips to help you find the information you want and need about Central America:
1. Have a good look around the Thorn Tree before asking your question - quite often your question (or one very similar to it) will have been asked and answered before. Some of the most frequently asked questions are included in this thread below.
2. Research before asking a question and make your question as specific to your situation as possible. It will help you get better, more detailed and useful answers from the community. Invest some preliminary time and our knowledgeable community will help you fill in the gaps.
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22-Nov-2009 14:31
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22-Nov-2009 14:51
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location: Costa Rica
Our Range Rover was robbed in front of Hot Lava tours in Le Fortina last month. We parked to put our friend in a mental hospital at the nearby McDonalds and to buy some Jewelry at the store in back. After we parked, a sketchy English guy who worked for Hot Lava followed us around the corner, offering us assistance with the Straightjacket velcro (which was plainly stitched but nice) and then he watched as we entered the jewelry store. We returned 15-20 minutes later, and in broad daylight in front of dozens of spanish people, our car had been robbed, and they had stolen some valuables. Someone called the police (Pink Panther) as I ran around the block. Before the police arrived on horses and donkeys, my wife asked the guy from Hot Lava if he would help translate with the taxi drivers parked 20 feet from our car; he refused, but ran over to the taxi drviers, yelled something at them i... more »
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22-Nov-2009 11:22
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22-Nov-2009 12:57
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location: Belize
Can anyone recommend a good reliable pharmacy in Belize City ??
My father's Parkinson's disease medication is very costly in the United States. We will be in Belize City for 1 day, (on a cruise ship stop), and are hoping to purchase the medication while we are there at a price lower than the US price.
Any recommendation and contact information for a good pharmacy would be greatly appreciated. Also, please advise if a prescription will be required. Many thanks.
The medication is called Azilect (rasagiline.)
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22-Nov-2009 11:20
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location: Honduras
Can anyone recommend a good reliable pharmacy in Roatan ??
My father's Parkinson's disease medication is very costly in the United States. We will be in Roatan for 1 day, (on a cruise ship stop), and are hoping to purchase the medication while we are there at a price lower than the US price.
Any recommendation and contact information for a good pharmacy would be greatly appreciated. Also, please advise if a prescription will be required. Many thanks.
The medication is called Azilect (rasagiline.)
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22-Nov-2009 04:14
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jvclark »
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22-Nov-2009 11:24
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location: Belize
We are planning a trip to Belize in December/January primarily to hangout in Caye Caulker and scuba dive and fish. However, we are interested in seeing some ruins, jungle, and animals as well. We are wondering if anyone has suggestions on whether it is worth it to fly into Guatemala to see Tikal or if we will be satisfied with the ruins that Belize has to offer, Altun Ha and/or Lamania. If we do decided to make it to Tikal or the other ruins, does anyone know what is the best way to get there? Also, any other ideas on fun non-beach activities to take part in when we are there, i.e. jungle, animals, and other things on the mainland?
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22-Nov-2009 03:45
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chicagobackpacker »
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22-Nov-2009 10:23
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location: Guatemala
We are headed to the lake on Monday after a weekend in Antigua. We are hoping to do some relaxing on the lake along with some hiking and kayaking. We like some good food and the chance to visit restaurants outside of our hotel. We like a beer at night but do not need a party. Looking for double room with private bath and a view of the lake for $40 US or under. Was thinking of staying in San Pedro or Santiago. Any recommedations on hotels or what town to stay on the lake for what we want? Thanks!!
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22-Nov-2009 03:09
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tyner »
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22-Nov-2009 09:00
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BOOMER1 »
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location: Costa Rica
Hello - I will be in Santa Elena in February - what weather can I expect? sunny, warm? grey rainy? of course in the rain forest I understand that it won't be sunny. Thanks, tyner
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22-Nov-2009 01:11
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22-Nov-2009 03:01
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HI
I wanst to sell me good Dodge Ram Van 1500 CamperVan in Costa Rica or Panama or Nicargua with Us Plates. i HAVE TO FLY HOME AT THE 15 OF Januar.
Dodge Ram VAn 1500
Model 2001 Starcraft(SonderAusstatung)
5,2 Liter Benzin V8 MPI Motor,230 PS/horsepower, Weight 2,9T. Miles 125000 ca 200000 KM. Clima, Alarm,New CD+Mp3 radio with line in+4 BOXEN
Extras: Moveable Soloar Panel 65watt + Regluator + 12W/110W Inverter 2 Batteries. Bett for 2 Person, Kitchen at the Back with sink and electrical shower.
Gas stove and total camping gear. Hangmat,table, seats
The motor has been overholt for 2000 Dollar. New cooler, Pump, Gearbox,Filter, sparkplugs etc
I have done every maintaince and the VAn comes with a book of Repair and Maintanice.
The car have US Plates.
Prize: 7500.-U$
See Picutures: http://picasaweb.google.com/frank.rogowski/Xxx_Autoverkauf?feat=directlink ...
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21-Nov-2009 22:39
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Gilly_P »
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21-Nov-2009 22:41
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Can anyone recommend where i should go for kite surfing lessons? Complete beginner looking for a good spot with reasonably priced lessons
thanks!
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21-Nov-2009 15:42
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audreymarieh »
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22-Nov-2009 09:58
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incabod »
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location: Costa Rica
Traveling to Costa Rica in the middle of December with my boyfriend. We have 9 days and are planning on renting a car so our schedule is flexible. We are loosely planning on this itinerary:
12.11 - Arrive San Jose - Drive to Arenal
12.12 - Arenal
12.13 - Arenal
12.14 - Monteverde
12.15 - Drive to Montezuma
12.16 - Montezuma
12.17 - Montezuma
12.18 - Montezuma
12.19 - Montezuma
12.20 - San Jose
We're thinking about visiting another town near Montezuma? Any recommendations? Would also love to hear any feedback on if we are spending too little of time anywhere? Best ways to travel? Hotel or restaurant recommendations?
Thanks!
Audrey
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21-Nov-2009 11:32
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psychopengy »
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21-Nov-2009 23:00
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qwovadis »
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location: Costa Rica
I'm considering travelling to Costa Rica in the mid/late April through mid-May time frame. LP says rainy season starts around then (although I realize it's never really dry in most of CR at any time). Very interested in being able to hike and access the national parks. From people's experience, do roads and trails tend to wash out at that time, or will access still be ok?
Thanks for your help.
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21-Nov-2009 11:28
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Groovygal »
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22-Nov-2009 10:11
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batfish2 »
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Hey (also posted on Guatemala Board)
I'm in Guatemala at the moment and am hoping to meet a friend in Columbia in Feb. I'm travelling solo and trying to sort out how to do this is making my head hurt.
One option I have is to fly from Guat city but the prices seem so steep around $800 and I'm not that comfortable with having a fixed return date. Can anyone recommend a cheap airline or a good website to go to for flight info.
The other option is to travel down to Panama. I've travelled C. America before so would prob skip most countries by using the tika bus. From Panama I could fly (again info on a good website or cheap ticket is appreciated) or do the boat trip which looks amazing but pricey.
My return flight back to England is with Contental from Guat City, so I would either have to do the trip again in reverse to fly back or I'm thinking of changing to fly back from somewher...
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21-Nov-2009 11:21
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Groovygal »
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21-Nov-2009 23:21
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qwovadis »
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Hey (also posted on Panama Board)
I'm in Guatemala at the moment and am hoping to meet a friend in Columbia in Feb. I'm travelling solo and trying to sort out how to do this is making my head hurt.
One option I have is to fly from Guat city but the prices seem so steep around $800 and I'm not that comfortable with having a fixed return date. Can anyone recommend a cheap airline or a good website to go to for flight info.
The other option is to travel down to Panama. I've travelled C. America before so would prob skip most countries by using the tika bus. From Panama I could fly (again info on a good website or cheap ticket is appreciated) or do the boat trip which looks amazing but pricey.
My return flight back to England is with Contental from Guat City, so I would either have to do the trip again in reverse to fly back or I'm thinking of changing to fly back from somewhere i...
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21-Nov-2009 08:55
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paulschmidtart »
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22-Nov-2009 11:09
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paulschmidtart »
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RE: CostaRicaLiving No requirements needed for Pay As You Go Sim Card
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21-Nov-2009 07:28
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cali321 »
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22-Nov-2009 06:23
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cyrrus69 »
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location: Honduras
I'm looking into flying into SAP on X-mas eve (2:40pm). I've read on the forum that it's pretty dead in terms of transport and restaurants/hotels on X-mas & 1 day before/after. Will buses or shuttles (even minimal service) be running so that I may get to La Ceiba region, or will I have to settle for a hotel in SPS?
Also if I can reach La Ceiba, how difficult will it be to find accommodation and/or transport to islands...without reservations?
Thanks in advance for any advice.
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21-Nov-2009 06:16
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glamourpuss »
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22-Nov-2009 05:17
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glamourpuss »
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location: Nicaragua
Has anyone ever been to the Flor de Caña Rum Factory? We're planning a week in Nicaragua and thinking about giving this a visit.
Flor de Caña Rum Factory Tour
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