Are you an upcoming guest - got questions?

Hola Dave & Kelly

We are excited to meet you guys and feel like we already know you through social media - thanks for always supporting us!

We really hope the Corvid-19 virus disappears soon for everybody's sake, thankfully the numbers are still low in Costa Rica. There are 23 confirmed cases so far and no deaths, we have seen a lot of effort go into containing it already and Costa Rica is doing a great job being proactive. The shops all have complementary hand sanitizers outside and they are encouraging the general public to be smart about it. The following is taken of the 'Tico Times' website:

Every situation is different, and you should make a decision that’s best for you and your family. That said, here are some things to consider before you travel:

First things first: If you are sick or have come in close contact with someone who has COVID-19, please stay home. If you’re an older adult or have pertinent chronic medical conditions, the CDC says you should reconsider nonessential travel.

The U.S. State Department recently issued a global travel advisory asking its citizens to reconsider all travel abroad. Similarly, the Costa Rican Health Ministry has advised citizens to avoid international travel if possible.

Costa Rica is not restricting international arrivals or departures. The U.S. is restricting entry for non-U.S. citizens from some countries, but Costa Rica is currently not on that list.

The Costa Rican economy relies heavily on the tourism sector. It will be impacted significantly by the coronavirus pandemic, and the small business owners who comprise the industry would certainly appreciate you coming.

If you decide to cancel or postpone your trip to Costa Rica: Most U.S. airlines are allowing for penalty-free flight changes or cancellations due to the coronavirus. (Contact your carrier for more information.) 

The Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT) has asked private businesses to enact similar relaxed cancellation/rebooking policies.

If you decide to proceed with your trip to Costa Rica: Be a responsible traveler. Monitor your symptoms and contact health authorities if you present COVID-19 symptoms. 

Wash your hands frequently, and maintain 6 feet of separation from others in public. Follow official news sources, including the U.S. Embassy, to stay informed with the latest developments.

It's just over 1 month to go until you guys are due to visit - I'd like to think that things will be back to normal by then 😀. Ok, enough about the virus...

Parking:

View of the car park from the Rancho

I happen to be sitting in the Rancho as I write this so I just took a picture of the car park at Basecamp. That's our Fusion Van you can see in the distance 😀

The car park is about a 10 min hike from our house (15 - 20 min first time as you will most likely be carrying some stuff). It's a steep hike so remember to pack lightly!

Activities:

Yes, you can participate in everything Finca Bellavista has to offer! You can read more about Finca Bellavista here. Currently the e-bikes are not in operation but you can still zip-line, explore the trails (red/green and orange) and other awesome houses, get a riverside massage, do a nighthike and enjoy the food and beverage options (very important: Happy hour in the Rancho is from 4:30 - 6:30pm)

There office hours are 9am -5pm

Rain Boots:

You can pretty much always find a pair of boots at the office, especially in April (it's a little quieter in terms of guests onsite) but if you want to make sure you have a comfortable pair with a good fit, then we would recommend purchasing a pair in Costa Rica. You can find them almost anywhere and usually cost around $20.00. At the very least, we recommend closed toed hiking boots - it's a jungle out there!

Mosquitoes:

To be honest, we don't even notice them - year round. They may be more noticeable in some of the houses under the canopy or closer to the river but they certainly are not an issue at 'The Fusion Home'. We do not have mosquito nets around any of the beds in our home, they simply are not needed. The entire house (windows) however is wrapped in a product called 'superscreen' which we imported from the States during construction and its works fantastically well.

I think I've answered all your questions, I really hope that the plans continue and we get to meet you both in April. I have allocated you badges (as you completed certain criteria) that will get you into the locked categories where you will find more information on houses currently for sale and others offering long-term rent etc. There is also info on volunteering (great way to get a real feel for the community!)

Stay safe and hope to see you guys soon,

Matt and Amy