I just returned from TACA flight to Argentina. Went MIA - San Jose on LACSA, San Jose - Lima on TACA and San Jose - Buenos Aires on TACA. (all part of Grupo Taca)
All flights were pretty much on time. Planes are new Airbuses, very nice. In coach, got a hot snack on all flights (like a ham/cheese sandwich). Sat in Exit row and bulkhead. Bulkhead was great as extra room and they have an opening at bottom where you can stow your carryons. NOTE: TACA made us put carryons overhead when in Exit row, even though there was under seat space in front. We found coach very comfortable - although 1st is nicer and better food. Oh, they had 110 v outlet on all seats!! And movies also. Board rear to front - but not strictly enforced.
We had a fairly short 45min connect time in Lima, but no problems.
The new airport section in San Jose, CR is nice - but still use old section for all but 2 gates (gates 1 & 2 are new and nice). Some shops and fast food (Burger King), but no real restaurant.
The ticketing process as above is correct. Just write down everything you make by phone. We made seat assignments after ticketing and no problem. We got out tickets about 10 days after giving info to Global Pass (yes the old handwritten ones). Check them out as soon as received to insure all is correct.
If you go to Argentina - a super place (sort of like Paris) and VERY inexpensive - I can g
ive you info. Steak dinner for $5. Wine with dinner $3 a bottle.
Taxis about $1 for 2 miles.