Interesting.
When it comes to directions in Spanish speaking countries: izquierda is left, derecha is right, and derecho is straight. I have yet to hear someone say "directo" unless they are selling me a plane or a bus ticket. It means "direct" and not "straight". Now, someone might say that the word "derecho" means some something else, like in "derechos humanos" which are "human rights". That is true, but when you talk directions, it is always "derecha" for right and "derecho" for straight. Yes, you will hear "a la" from time to time, also. As in "A la derecha" which means "to the right".

Be very careful if someone in Mexico (or elsewhere) gives you directions that include the phrase "a la chingada". This likely isn't the destination you are seeking.

$20 US to get to the address? Did the guy stay with you all morning, wash your bike, and get you coffee or what?
This is a perfect opportunity to use the above mentioned phrase.
$20 US for your service? A la chingada!

Perhaps the directions from the Costa Ricans were good, but your Spanish was not up to scratch?

A compass? If you have a rough idea of the time of day and it isn't cloudy, you can navigate fairly well. If you have an old school wristwatch you are never lost. Besides, "lost" is merely a frame of mind.
You are never really lost unless you have chosen not to be found.

Here is a refresher course:
How to Use an Analog Watch as a Compass: 10 Steps (with Pictures)

Below is a handy graphic to illustrate things:

Motorcycling with a GPS Poco diversion a la izquierda.


Motorcycling without a GPS Much diversion a la derecha.


Hay peligro en la chingada