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Our guides to South and Central America for UK travellers, from the best time to go to how to fit two countries into one trip.
Do You Need an ESTA to Transit the USA? How to Fly to Latin America Without One
Yes, even for a two-hour connection. What a US transit involves, who cannot get an ESTA, and how to reach Latin America from the UK without the USA.
Costa Rica and Panama Itinerary: Two Weeks from the UK
How to combine Costa Rica and Panama in one two-week trip from the UK: a night-by-night route, how to cross between the two, and when to fly instead.
Costa Rica Drone Laws 2026: The Rules for Travellers
Can you fly a drone in Costa Rica? 2026 DGAC rules: registration, the national park ban, beach flying and customs tips for travelling drone pilots.
Mexico or Costa Rica? An Honest UK Comparison for 2026
Mexico or Costa Rica for 2026? Honest UK comparison, wildlife, culture, beaches, cost, plus a multi-country route combining both.
Costa Rica Itinerary: The Perfect 10 Days for UK Travellers (2026)
A specialist's day-by-day 10-day Costa Rica itinerary for UK travellers, Arenal, Monteverde cloud forest and Manuel Antonio, plus when to go.
Best Time to Visit Costa Rica: Weather, Wildlife & Where to Go
A Costa Rica specialist's month-by-month guide, weather, wildlife seasons and the surprising best time to go. Plan your trip with Travelfab.
Costa Rica Wildlife Calendar: When to See What, Month by Month
A month-by-month Costa Rica wildlife calendar, when to see humpback whales, nesting sea turtles, quetzals and more, and where.
Costa Rica Volcanoes and Cloud Forests: How to Plan the Classic Trip
Plan a Costa Rica volcanoes and cloud forests holiday, Arenal, Monteverde and beyond, how to combine them, and when to go.
The Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica: A UK Traveller's Guide
The best places to visit in Costa Rica, volcanoes, cloud forest, wildlife parks and Pacific beaches, plus how to combine them.
Is Costa Rica Safe? What UK Travellers Need to Know
Is Costa Rica safe for UK travellers? What the FCDO says, crime, safe areas, solo and family travel, health, driving and scams to avoid.
Costa Rica vs Cuba: An Honest Comparison for UK Travellers
Cuba or Costa Rica? An honest UK comparison, beaches, wildlife, culture, cost and safety, plus how to combine both in one trip.
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