Size doesn’t necessarily matter when it comes to aesthetics, and the beautiful country of Costa Rica is a major testament to this. Like other small-sized countries such as Austria, Norway, and Vietnam, Costa Rica is a relatively small nation in terms of land mass but blessed with numerous beautiful sites […]
On my Combination Retirement/Relocation Tours we always explore the famous Ballena Coast. We have lunch with my two friends, Rita Lucas and Bill, who answer all of my clients questions about living in the Southern Zone and the Ballena Coast. Bill is a home builder and Rita is part of […]
I always make it point to publish articles about Costa Rica’s history, language and culture to help anyone who is thinking of relocation here. Vino de coyol is a alcoholic beverage that has been popular in the Nicoya region of Costa Rica for more than 200 years. Between December and […]
Recently, Chelles, on corner Central Avenue and 9th Street, closed its doors. The iconic restaurant and bar first opened in 1909 and for decades was the gathering place for Costa Ricans and expats 24-hours a day. I remember grabbing a bite there in the wee hours of the night after […]
Recently, the British publication, The Telegraph, selected Costa Rica’s Alma de Café as one of the 50 best coffee houses in the world. According to the article, “This establishment resembles an old-world coffee house with its ornate decore and unique ambience.” The Alma de Café is located on the first […]
Costa Rica has always enjoyed a stellar reputation with both tourists and expat retirees. In Fact, every year more and more famous singers, actors and celebrities vacation here. The best part of all this is that the country receives a lot of “free” publicity worldwide since the social media goes […]
Veggie burgers seem to be a new trend among major fast food restaurants. Burger King now offers a veggie burger that is low in calories and packed with real vegetables. And apart from being a healthier alternative to a regular beef burger, it’s also incredibly tasty. Presently, it is only […]
Below is a list of a few of the many activities that took place on a recent weekend in Costa Rica. More than 300 automobiles were on display at the Classic Car Expo in Escazú. The event was sponsored by the Club de Autos Antiguos de Costa Rica (Antique Car […]
In episode 7 of season 32 of the Simpsons the family embarks on an adventure to Costa Rica. They learn first hand the meaning of national moto , pura vida which means pure life — kind of a state of mind and living. Without a doubt this episode is excellent […]
This unique area is located approximately two hours from the center of San José. There are some incredible scenery along the way since the road passes by old homes, coffee fields, verdant pastures and spectacular mountains. La Zona de Los Santos is located at a perfect elevation for producing high-quality […]