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The best bachelor party in Jaco? The one that leaves you with fantastic memories, of course! A good bachelor party has great food, good drink, and a lot of laughs. But planning the perfect bachelor party is about more than just booking some tables at the local bar and hiring strippers to dance on them. It’s about creating memories that will last forever and laughing at stories that only your friends will understand later in life. That’s why we’ve put together this ultimate guide to planning the perfect bachelor party in Jaco.
What to do
The first thing you need to do is decide on a date for your bachelor party. The following are traditionally good times for holding a vacation: June, August, and December. As far as traditional dates go, you should avoid July and August (the time of year for vacations), May through October (the peak time for wedding season), and November through February (it’s cold outside!). You also have to pick your destination. If you’re not from Costa Rica or Central America, then make sure you check into flights and hotels first before buying tickets or making reservations; otherwise, there’s no guarantee that they will be available when it comes time to book them. Once all these things are settled then it’s just a matter of having fun with friends!
Where to stay
Whether you want a swanky beachfront resort, a private luxury villa, or a budget crash pad with awesome amenities, there’s somewhere for you in Jaco. It can be helpful to arrange accommodation before making your travel plans. If not, book early – rooms fill up fast during peak seasons. You can also save by booking a long-term rental on Airbnb instead of staying at an expensive hotel.
Parties and shows
Once you’ve got a game plan, and you know where to go and what to do once you get there, it’s time for the entertainment. Your options are endless—there’s always something happening on holidays or weekend nights; just be sure you get your booking in beforehand. There are plenty of daytime activities too, like fishing or river tubing, if that’s your style. And whether it comes down to being fun or flashy, there is no shortage of options for getting wild.
Activities
Once you’ve settled on a destination, it’s time to start thinking about activities. For instance, if your wedding is taking place during warmer months, consider booking a hotel with an ocean view so that guests can cool off between events and enjoy tropical drinks at sunset. Many hotels also have honeymoon packages—ask yours about creating a custom experience for newlyweds. And don’t forget: After you select activities, plan where they’ll take place (the rehearsal dinner will likely happen at a restaurant), when they’ll occur (which depends on what time you want to head out for your first event) and how long each will last (for example, a cocktail hour should probably be over before dinner).
How much does it cost?
The best time of year for going to Jaco and/or Costa Rica is December through April when it’s a dry season. The summer months from June through October have significantly more rain. The country has a reputation for being dangerous, but as long as you take precautions and don’t venture into bad neighborhoods (you shouldn’t stray too far from your resort) and stick to tourist areas while you’re there, then you won’t run into any problems. As with anywhere, certain things are much safer than others—go out at night alone in a dark alley or neighborhood and yes, something bad will probably happen; walk around with a group of people during daylight hours though, especially on resort grounds, and you should be fine.
Must-have things for your trip
There are a few things you definitely don’t want to forget when you pack for your trip. A passport, of course, as well as any prescriptions or over-the-bachelor party jaco medications that you might need while you’re traveling. If your group is going out on a boat or spending time at a beach and you have a fear of sharks, make sure someone remembers your shark-repellent band. And if jacuzzi tubs aren’t your thing (or if there won’t be enough hot water for one), just bring yourself a bathing suit and some flip flops so that everyone else can share.
Other things you should know
Planning a trip or an event can be fun and also stressful. When you are ready to plan a trip, there are a few questions that need answers first. Where am I going? Where will I stay? How will I get there? How much money do I have? Make sure you are ready with these answers before you start planning your event. When you have finally figured out all of your answers, start narrowing down all of your possible destinations; use sites like Agoda to find hotels in any location around the world.
