Until recently, dogs were not part of most families in Costa Rica, nor was there any pet culture at all. Now, almost everyone has one or more pets at home. Some years ago, people were complaining that in their condominiums, dog owners wouldn’t clean up the poop their dogs leave behind. This […]
Recently, I received a message from someone who expressed interest in taking one of my monthly relocation tours. In his letter, the gentleman stated why he was reluctant to move to Costa Rica at this time. He stated bluntly that “San José is a pit.” He is not the first […]
The other day I was talking to an expat friend who is very well off financially. He has a beautiful home and a new Costa Rican wife and stepdaughter. Nevertheless, he complained that he has too much time on his hands and gets bored easily. Interestingly, he has lived here […]
In previous articles, I have written about many activities to stay busy and happy while living here. It seems like every week there is something new to do in Costa Rica. The Tour de la miel (honey tour) is interesting, fun, and educational for people of all ages. One experiences […]
Costa Rica does have health food stores called Macrobiótica that can be found all over the country. These establishments have an ample variety of vitamins, supplements and natural products like medicinal herbs. All you have to do to locate one, is to look on line or take a walk around […]
Once you relocate to Costa Rica you will notice the abundance of affordable fresh foods and vegetables at the many weekend farmers markets. In addition, there many unique local food products sold here and a whole gamut of Costa Rican and international restaurants from which to choose. When I moved […]
After relocating to Costa Rica, it is important to stay busy to avoid boredom. Fortunately, Costa Rica offers 100s of both indoor and outdoor activities and venues. One important event is the Festival of Whales and Dolphins which takes place annually at Bahía Ballena (Whale Bay) near the town of […]
On May 16, 1823, the country’s capital was moved from the city of Cartago to San José. It is now made up of 31 cantones or municipalities with each having its own government and mayor. Every four years municipal elections are held to choose a new mayor. Few expat retirees […]
As I have alluded to in my books and the previous article, traveling by bus is affordable in Costa Rica since the cost is no more than $10 dollars to travel to most places in Costa Rica. Bus schedules for both long-distance travel and routes within the city can be […]
No reason to be bored while living in Costa Rica. Just look at some of the activities enjoyed by Costa Ricans and expats the weekend of May 5-7.. This is a sample of what was available around the country but mostly in the Central Valley. Many activities a Free for […]