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There is some risk to your security in Costa Rica and we advise caution.
We advise all New Zealanders travelling to Costa Rica to be security conscious at all times, particularly in popular tourist destinations and bus stations or airports. Targeting of tourists at airports occurs. Violent crime is on the increase.
See our regional advice for Central and South America
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Page last updated: Tuesday, 23 September 2008, 15:45 NZST
