Jun 2021
I came across Erick's transportation service a week before my trip to Costa Rica after doing more research in trying to find the best prices for private transfers... and thank God I did! Not only were the rates 10x more affordable than the service I was going to use before, but from the moment I chatted with Erick, he was very kind and patient and answered any and all questions I had. Mind you, this is before my group was in CR. But when I tell you our minds were blown away by the service from the moment we touched down and connected with our driver (Geraldo). During our entire week in Costa Rica, our drivers Geraldo and Heriberto took good care of us and fulfilled any requests we had (grocery store stops, food stops, scenic stops, you name it!) and made sure we were good and enjoying our time in CR! Erick also checked in on us from time to time and made sure to update us of any changes. This kind of hospitality from a transportation service... we were truly stunned! Erick and his company took care of us like family and we were so grateful for it during our trip! Book with them immediately because you'll be getting more than just transportation services, but a firsthand taste of that Costa Rican hospitality!Thank you again Erick!!!!
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Dear customers,
Protocols for the care of our clients and our drivers
Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the Costa Rican Ministry of Health, the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) and the private transport companies have defined the following hygiene protocols for the use of tourist transport units:
Passengers
When traveling to Costa Rica, your personal belongings list should include masks or face shields. These are mandatory use in all transport units: Land, Air, Aquatic, etc.
- You must include in your luggage masks/face shields for personal use. It is mandatory for use within transport units
- You must always remain in your social bubble
- You must maintain social distance from other people who do not belong to your social bubble.
- Do not shake hands or hugs
Airport Meet & Greet
Our driver will wait for you at the airport arrival`s area holding a sign with your name clearly printed on it. He will be wearing a mask or face shield.
Before entering the transport unit:
- Please wear your mask/face shield. It must be part of your personal travel items. If you do not have a one, the driver can provide you with a disposable mask (it costs $ 2.00)
- The driver will offer you alcohol gel to disinfect your hands
- Driver will open access doors for you to minimize contact with surfaces
- The driver will spray alcohol or disinfectant on your bags
- Do not allow outsiders to help with luggage
During the road trip
During the road trip, keep your mask on at all times. If you need to make any stops to eat, or use the bathroom or other necessity, please check the following information:
- Wash your hands with soap and water before taking off your mask (avoid to touch it)
- Before entering the transport again you must wash your hands with soap and water and disinfect again with gel alcohol.
Sanitization of the vehicles
To ensure the safety of yourself as the passenger and the safety of our driver we sanitized all vehicles regularly.
These are the standards for cleaning:
Full Vehicle Clean – at the end of each journey.
Passenger Touch Points – at end of each journey with a passenger:
- Door handles, both internal and external
- Passenger assist grab handles just inside the door
- Seats
- Seat belts and seat belt release buttons
- Cup holders
- Window controls
- Arm rests
- Inner door lining
- Payment terminals
- Boot lid
Driver Touch Points – after a journey.
- The key fob and keys
- Steering wheel
- Transmission shifter and handbrake
- Internal and external door handles
- Dash controls such as volume knob, heating controls, mirror adjustment
- Indicator and wiper stalks
- Pedals: Gas, Breaks, Clutch
What kind of products do we use for cleaning?
- Soap and water
- 70º plus alcohol
- Biodegradable disinfection products
It is important to mention that the use of chemical products can result in the affection of people with acute allergies. That is why the most recommended products to disinfect is the Soap or detergent and 70º Plus Alcohol.
We use a water-base vaporizing machine that helps to clean all surfaces killing the 99% of germs and virus for extended period of 72 hours.
Simple steps to stop the spread
Here are practical personal hygiene tips:
- Avoid touching your mouth, eyes, and nose with unwashed (or gloved) hands.
- Wash your hands regularly throughout the day or use hand sanitizer.
- Wash body, and hair (including facial hair) thoroughly every day.
- Wash your hands after coming into contact with money.
- Cover your nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing with a tissue or a flexed elbow. Put tissues in the bin.
- Avoid touching other surfaces in any areas with unclean hands.
Hygiene items in the vehicle
All our vehicles include:
- Disposable masks (for sale)
- Liquid Soap
- Lysol
- Disposable towels
- Alcohol gel
- Exclusive trash can
Finally, all our drivers are certified with Hygiene Training Course in order to guarantee vehicle cleanliness and customer care during the road trips. Is our duty to protect each other and drive you in safest way to any destination within Costa Rica.
Please contact us if you need to cancel or change your trip date. We are totally committed to give you the best customer support possible in these uncertain times, we appreciate your collaboration and hopefully we will see you soon in Costa Rica.
Sincerely,
Erick Hidalgo President, Chief of Operations Costa Rica Trip Guide / Transportation in Costa Rica