eag_001

I am doing a research project and I wanted to info from some experienced travelers (unlike myself ) regarding things to bring on a trip to Central America. Although all of these are important, which one of the following would you classify as the most important thing you
should bring with you when traveling to CA? Feel free to propose something which is not in the list! Thank you!!!

1) Prescription medication
2) Clothes according to weather
3) Good shoes
4) Cash
5) Camera
6) Power adapter
7) Guide book

colibri

You don't mention if you'll be in cities or in the rainforest, mountains, etc., but I always have insect repellent, binoculars, xtra batteries/memory cards for my camera along with a flashlight.

I usually don't carry a guidebook since I'll have all my reservations and tours planned out in advance, but I do carry some bird or wildlife ID cards. I generally scan and print specfic pages of a birding guide rather than bring it.

Hope this helps!

qwovadis

www.moon.com lots of great CA info.A money belt insect repellant and a good medical kit always wise.Weather2travel.com winter best for me far less rain.
insurmytrip.com many dodgy areas.

sylvia3

sunscreen and insect repellent, of course.

hopefulist

Most important: an open mind and a sense of humor.

The rest of my list is #14 here:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntre...hreadID=828622

JeanH

The one absolutely essential thing that you need is your passport, which doesn't expire within six months. And, depending on where you're traveling from, any other travel documentation you may need.

judi_in_guatemala

Power adapter? Where are you coming from?

mlgb

Very difficult to find binoculars in CR...if you want your own, bring them!

ttraveler

most important

Passport and money in that order..if you arrive anywhere without anything else you can figure it out.

For me good shoes and a couple of snacks are also important.