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Honestly I'm not worried about international travel at all unless you are going to a country that is dangerous like the Middle East and some parts of Africa.
You'll be 100% a-ok with Costa Rica....
Shoot, I flew over the middle east last spring and I'm here still :-)
I've been all over the world, we even contemplated Dubai as a honeymoon local... as long as there is no turmoil and political unrest you should be totally safe.
If you want to leave the US, definitely go! I think we can never predict what will happen where and when. Costa Rica is one of the most stable and tourist friendly countries in Central America. If it makes you feel any better, Mr. S and I are contemplating Bali. There have been two "terrorist" attacks there in 7 years. We're still most likely going. As a NYer if I let fear of terrorist attacks run through my head, I would never leave the house and take the subway everyday. Go and see the world!
I second Swan! Travelling is one of the most exciting, thought provoking adventures you can embark on. Don't deny yourself the opportunity!
Costa Rica is really safe. So much so that their government doesn't finance an Army. This sounds bad (but it's meant to sound good) but bad things happen in the US too.
im giggling becuause if i go to the aussie travel advisory site i get warned about going to the US, "We advise you to exercise caution and monitor developments that might affect your safety in the United States because of the risk of terrorism"
i love travelling and we go to alot of 3rd world countries - be smart to be safe is the rule and enjoy
Costa Rica is totally fine.
Tell your parents that they are being silly, it isn't like the whole world is filled with terrorists or overrun by civil war. I would just laugh it off, and then send them a list of State Department recommended steps (get vaccinated, don't drink the water, avoid certain zones, etc.) and tell that how you are following them.
I think terrorism is more likely an issue in the US than in Costa Rica. It's cute that your parents are concerned for you, but their anxiety is misplaced. It's not like you want to ride motorcycles through Afghanistan.
eloping- that's sort of creepy! I think you should be fine going to Costa Rica. I have had lots of friends travel there in recent years and have had no problems.
thanks bees!! i am not at all worried about traveling, if i could travel the world i would!! but i just wanted to see if anyone was taking anykind of precautions? I think its so weird that we live in a time where we have to think about this kind of thing!! but you still have to live and that includes going on a honeymoon!! and i cant wait!
....yeah, I'm going to go with, no problem - go!
I live in a developing world country, very near the border of one of the world's most unstable nations where Americans are not allowed to go, and ... I don't see how you can let fear rule your life. That's just silly to me.
I just got back from our six month honeymoon...traveling around the world. 25 countries including everything from western Europe to the Middle East (my parents were NOT happy about that one!) and we really had zero problems whatsoever. Just use common sense and be aware of your surroundings. Plus Costa Rica really has quite a big tourist infrastructure and definitely falls into the safer category.
@ Katrinab - I'm so jealous! It is my dream to take a year off and travel the world!!! One day, it WILL happen! I'm sure you and your husband had the trip of a lifetime!
@ historienne
The funniest thing, when I read your comment about motorcycling through Afghanistan, my mind immediately went to, motorcycles! So dangerous! LOL.
It is my experience that the number one, hands down danger for Americans abroad is the traffic. Be smart, steady and assertive when you cross the road. And IMO, spend the extra two bucks to hire a car, don't ride on the back of a scooter!
Go!
Every adventure has the potential for danger, but that's part of the journey. Costa Rica is fine.
@eloping - lol...sad but true, huh?
I live 45 minutes (by car!) away from the North Korean border, and I've never lost a second of sleep over it. I'm safer here than in any large city in North America. Traveling abroad is an amazing experience, and I think you should do it if you have the opportunity!
Goooo!!! Do it!
Costa Rica should be totally safe, and everyone is right that currently, the U.S. is probably much more dangerous.
I will never let any threat stop me from traveling. It's too important to me. I booked my first trip to Europe a week after 9/11 because airfare was SO CHEAP at that point. Everyone was like "But aren't you afraid to fly now?" and I just kept thinking, sure my plane might get hijacked. But then again I might get hit by a bus, or I might get attacked by zombies.
My parents are afraid of flying from Pittsburgh to NYC to visit us in a few weeks because of the recent raised alert! A close friend went to 2 areas in Costa Rica for her honeymoon. Not only did she say she felt absolutely safe the entire time but she said it was the most beautiful place she's ever visited.
honestly .. I am more worried about heading to the US than any other country in the world. So from my point of view..I wouldnt be worried about travelling to any other country at the moment. Were thinking of heading to thailand for our honeymoon.. or New Zealand, but theres every chance of heading to New York eep!
Nothing to worry about! You have greater chances of getting in a car accident on the way to the airport (or anywhere else) than having your plane hijacked.
And as someone who's traveled to the middle east, I'd like to say that when it came to flying I was much more confident in their security protocols than those in the US!
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We are still trying to decide where to go for our honeymoon. I think we are leaning towards Costa Rica.
My parents dont want us to travel outside the US because of all the terrorism/civil war issues going on everywhere. Personally I dont think its an issue for where we want to go, i have checked the gov. travel site and there are no warnings for Costa Rica. Plus if we are at a nice resort, i would feel plenty safe.
My question is, is anyone worried about international travel?