Travel CR - Nov 14-DEc 17

Hi
Solo traveler heading to central America for first trip.  Very experience euro, SE Asia, S Pacific trailer so enjoy the budget style travel.  50s male, hope to go to nice town and beaches. Prefer moderately priced accommodations.


Will go to costa Rica for almost 2 weeks then 4-5 days Nicaragua(Granada, leon) and then Panama for 2 weeks(Boca de Toro is one option).

Will arrive Nov 14 in SJ----  need to find accommodation then place sot go in SJ and around costa Rica.  Like beaches and popular bars at night to enjoy warm weather.

BTW - how is rain in November ? So much variance on internet.....some say rainy season ends October some say November.....

Thanks...seeking tips on accommodations, beaches, nightlife and how to use public transportation to traverse teh country.