The Best Place to be in the world before, during and after COVID-19

While COVID is devastating New York, California, and Washington State in the U.S. (425,000 cases and 700 deaths) and the rest of the orbe (425,000 cases and 19,000 deaths), Costa Rica is taking a whole series of extreme measures to stop this invisible enemy.

1. A restriction of vehicles between 10pm and 5am. Anyone who does not comply will be fined. The only exception are trucks delivering food and other necessary supplies.
2. All beaches and public parks will be closed until further notice.
3. All churches will be also closed, despite Ester Week being around the corner. This goes for all denominations.
4. No large gatherings like entertainment venues or soccer games will be permitted.
5. The closure all borders to tourists. American Airlines just announced that they will not be flying here.
6. The closing of all bars, casinos and nightclubs.
7. Foreign residents who defy this ban will lose their residency as a result.
8. In conjunction with these measures, banks and supermarket have special restricted hours for senior citizens, who are the most vulnerable.

That said, the U.S. is in a complete state of caos trying to care for the ill and get medical supplies to its hospitals. Wartime measures have even been enacted to cope with this dire situation. Once again, the old adage proves to be true, especially when referring to the current pandemic and ensuing economic downturn, “The bigger they are, the harder they fall.” Indeed, small is better which is another advantage of living in a country like this.

I must commend the Costa Rican government for taking the appropriate action to stem this horrible scourge. Yes, we have been encouraged to practice social distancing and stay indoors, but I feel blessed to be living here and not in the countries like the U.S. that have been so adversely affected. I only venture out of my home to walk for an hour and stock up on groceries. Since it is now the height of summer I regret not being able spend more time outdoors to enjoy the fantastic weather here in the Central Valley.

As most people know Costa Rica’s Central Valley has one of the best year-round climates in the world. So, there is no need for air conditioning or heat in homes.

The good news is that when this crisis is over Costa Rica will once again be one of the world’s premier travel and retirement destinations.

If your travel plans or reservations have been delayed then just pospone your trip. Be sure to view the video below.