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Costa Rica Glossary: English And Spanish Words And Phrases To Know When Planning Your Trip
Last updated on April 17th, 2021 at 11:35 am
Written by Nikki Solano
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Need to know the meaning of a particular English or Spanish word that isn’t already included in our glossary below? Leave a comment for us at the bottom of the glossary and we’ll include it! 🙂
Costa Rica glossary: Popular Costa Rican words and phrases
There are currently 5 words or phrases in this directory beginning with the letter T.
Taxi-boat-taxi service
A common mode of transportation between La Fortuna (Arenal) and Monteverde consisting of ground transportation to Lake Arenal and boat transportation across the lake. Also called van-boat-van service or jeep-boat-jeep service. More information: Best Ways To Travel From La Fortuna To Monteverde (Or Vice Versa) and Costa Rica Transportation: 12 Ways To Get Around Costa Rica.
Tour transportation
Guided adventure or nature tours that provide transportation between two destinations. These tours can help you save money and vacation time by participating in a tour/activity while traveling between two Costa Rican towns. Also called city-to-city transportation-inclusive tours or adventure connections. More information: Costa Rica Tour Transportation: How To Use Tours To Travel Between Destinations.
TPL insurance
A type of mandatory Costa Rica car rental insurance that provides coverage for damage and harm caused to others. Also called SLI insurance. More information: Costa Rica Car Rental Insurance Information
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