Spencer131 wrote:
I need some advice on where to go. Since I am going for work and don't want to "invite" co-workers, where can I go that is safe given that I am flying solo. I am staying in San Jose. Appreciate the help, thanks
As Cujo and Hank said, check the Newbies section first -- lots of information there. Start with Orange's excellent thread called "Costa Rica for Dummies (and Newbies)" which has everything a first timer needs to know.
If you can take women back to your hotel (they allow visitors AND they don't charge you a 'chica' fee), check out Hotel Del Rey and Sportmens Lodge. Try the Sportmens first -- much more laid back atmosphere than the Del Rey, which can be overwhelming for a newbie. Plus there are always CRTers hanging around, most of whom will be happy to welcome a new brother and become "instant wingmen".
If you have to do incall instead because you don't want coworkers to know what you're up to or your hotel does not allow visitors, then massage parlors are your best bet. The ones most frequented by CRTers are Hotel Little Havana, Relax, Idem and New Fantasy. Some are better than others. Do your research.
Consider investing the 39 bucks and become a CRT VIP member. You get access to all sorts of VIP info, plus your CRT card can be used to get discounts and free stuff at CRT sponsors.
And yes, do PM Spanky, he's the most knowledgable and friendly CRTer around. Sometimes he doesn't answer right away, but repeated private messages usually get his attention.
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