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The majority of cases involve tourists leaving their bags unattended.
Not me. This is one tourist who ALWAYS INSIST the chicas attend to my bag.
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| Author: | Mucho Gusto [ Thu Mar 02, 2006 2:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Canadian Travellers - Beware |
In today's Inside Costa Rica (March 2nd): Canada Warns Tourists Of Dangers in Costa Rica The Canadian Consular Affairs Bureau warns travellers to Costa Rica that the number of stolen Canadian passports is on the increase. The majority of cases involve tourists leaving their bags unattended. Canadians visiting Costa Rica are advised never to leave their valuables unattended in their vehicles, on the beach, in hotel rooms or bus stations. Be extra vigilant when stopping to repair a flat tire. A popular scam occurs when thieves stop to offer assistance and rob tourists of their valuables. Carry a photocopy of your passport, including the Costa Rican immigration entry stamp, at all times and keep your original documents in a secure place, such as the hotel safe. The Consular Affairs Bureau (CAB) provides information and assistance services to Canadians living and travelling abroad. The CAB website travel report for Costa Rica goes beyond the passport advisory. The reports warns travellers of SAFETY AND SECURITY issues. The reports says that an increase in petty theft affecting foreigners has been noted throughout the country. Tourists are frequently the victim of armed robberies. Theft from hotel room safes and car break-ins occur throughout the country. Airports, bus stations (especially "Coca Cola" station in San José), car rental lots, and the inner downtown area of San José are areas vulnerable to theft. The CAB report advises to park vehicles in commercial parking lots only and ensure personal belongings, passports and other travel documents are secure at all times. |
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| Author: | Right Hand Man [ Thu Mar 02, 2006 3:17 pm ] |
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Quote: The majority of cases involve tourists leaving their bags unattended.
Not me. This is one tourist who ALWAYS INSIST the chicas attend to my bag.
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| Author: | Myrivers [ Thu Mar 02, 2006 4:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Canadian Consular web site |
A good eye opener for first time travelers to the CR land. I read it over before my 1st trip to SJ in Dec/2005. Great source of info. http://www.voyage.gc.ca/dest/ctry/reportpage-en.asp |
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| Author: | Florida [ Fri Mar 03, 2006 2:20 am ] |
| Post subject: | Shhhh be very quiet me hunting kittens!!!! |
Right Hand Man wrote: Quote: The majority of cases involve tourists leaving their bags unattended. Not me. This is one tourist who ALWAYS INSIST the chicas attend to my bag.  Happy Holidays
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| Author: | DannyZee [ Sat Mar 04, 2006 12:55 pm ] |
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Good thread and info for Canadians and tourists in general. I am thankful that the locals and chicas have always warned me about the crime situation regarding foreigners ever since my first CR visit. Travel and play safe. |
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