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Netgems

Post subject: Re: SUSPICIOUS RENT A CAR OFFER

Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2014 9:46 pm

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WiseAsh wrote:

Scuba1 wrote:

Netgems wrote:

My harassing finally got through to him, he started checking up with these people and asking questions, did not like the answers (or lack of answers) he got and cancelled, choosing a normal rent a car agency. Looks like occasionally a newbie WILL LISTEN to an old pro, who knows, maybe some of our advice saves lives or at the very least, saves their money, credit cards, passports, possessions and clothes.

I don't know if it's "Urban Legend" but I have heard of Americans getting mugged and if they're wearing $100 hiking boots and designer jeans, they later find themselves literally wearing just their underwear flagging down local cops with a bump on their noggin. You guys wearing the fishing shirts, baggy shorts and sandals need not worry.... :mrgreen:

And don't forget the stringy hair, and disgusting, horny toenails :mrgreen:

Seriously

, As Orange says, there have been those willing to rent a car at prices below what rental agencies charge; in fact when I read the "Tico Times" - when it was printed - not so much anymore now that its on line - you would see ad's from time to time offering rental cars. - but if you are down for a week - on vacation - and new to Costa Rica - I'd caution as you posted, to forget it.

Rental cars are expensive in CR, and what is super annoying is they tend to be advertised with out even the <mandatory> insurance required.

As to being mugged, while its possible, this would not be my major concern.

When I checked with Thrifty, I didn't think they were expensive at all. they have a location 4 blks. from Havana Humidor Room. And, it beats taking a taxi for fu..kin forever to get to Donde Carlos. and you can leave quickly if you despise the food. :shock:

just kidding about Donde Carlos, Scubas all time favorite in the whole word. :wink:

Are you talking about Don Carlos hotel by Hemingway? I had to stay there one time when I arrived a day early for a visit and Del Rey, SL were booked up, I had a reservation for Del Rey starting the next day. Rooms were classy, food was great, beautiful place, nice to eat on their porch. I bribed the desk clerk to let me sneak a chica I knew in, they have a no chica policy, I had her dress normal, didn't look like a siren.... :mrgreen:

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WiseAsh

Post subject: Re: SUSPICIOUS RENT A CAR OFFER

Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2014 10:37 pm

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Dónde Carlos is a restaurant

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