We ran into one of the ship staff heading back with two large grocery bags and he gave us directions to the local supermarket (Megasuper). Ship staff always knows where to get internet and the non-touristy stuff. Although not considered “Mega” by US standards, the air conditioned market had a wide assortment of foods. We purchased Costa Rican coffee; prices ranged from $4 to $8 per pound. This was much less expensive (and probably fresher) than what was sold at the outdoor shops near the ship.
How far is the grocery store from the ship? We only have 2 hours of free time after our excursion before we need to be back on board.
Back at the port, we discover numerous booths set up for the Saturday flea market. Food, produce, fresh flowers, handicrafts, etc. Lucky timing for us. We walk through and browse and make our way back to the beach. There are hundreds of tables and chairs with restaurants right on the beach. All under palapas or umbrellas, nice and shady, although the temps are warm. But the beers are cold!
We will be there on a Tuesday, do you know if the Flea Market is set up during the week?