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Costa Rica fights the Corona Virus head on
Costa Rica continues in its flight to try and stem the tide of the insidious Corona Virus (COVID-19). To date, the country has a confirmed 347 patients infected with the covid-19. Of those who tested positive, 167 are women and 180 women, among them 320 are Costa Ricans and 27 […]
Coronavirus In Costa Rica: 347 Sick And Four Recovered
UPDATE ON OUR SITUATION IN COSTA (Below is an excellent article by my friend Rico at Q Costa Rica about the present state of Coronavirus as of March 31, 2020. I must point out that Costa Rica has always been a resilient country in the face of adversity and will […]
Few expat retirees know what is vino de coyol
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 […]
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. A restriction of vehicles between 10pm […]
Another San José landmark bites the dust while others fight to survive
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 […]
Costa Rica takes bold measures in the face of the ominous corona virus pandemic
I must applaud the Costa Rican government for its gallant effort to contain the coronavirus that is reeking havoc in most of the world. Much like other countries Costa Rica has closed its borders, urged its citizens and expats to remain at home, and is practice social distancing. Most government […]
Costa Rica’s 15 National Symbols for expats
Many foreigners who move here know little about Costa Rica’s history or national symbols. Below I have listed the country’s national symbols and the dates that they were officially proclaimed as part of the country’s heritage. The country’s blue, red and white flag became a symbol on September 29, 1849 […]
Future Retirees Should Know That Costa Rica Is The Second Best Destination In The World For Foreign Investment In Tourism
The honors keep piling up for Costa Rica. According to a report from a recent Gallup poll edition and FDI Intelligence, a division of the Financial Times, Costa Rica is considered the second best destination in the world for foreign investment tourism. The study was also based on data from […]
How is a real relocation/retirement tour different than a relocation/real estate tour?
When I started my relocation tours during the early 1990s they were more ‘tourist oriented’ in that they included a visits to the Irazú Volcano and a trip by catamaran to Isla Tortuga among other things. At the request of my clients I began included a sampling of different kinds […]
A hidden gem in the heart of San José
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 […]