Blog Posts About Life in Costa Rica Expert time-tested advice on how to live, retire and invest in Costa Rica.
Healthy advice for current and future expats in Costa Rica
Over the last years, I have always strived to provide the best possible information and advice for those who relocate to Costa Rica. Many who move here are retired with too much spare time on their hands and nothing to do to keep busy. Instead of finding constructive activities in […]
Costa Rica is by far the happiest country in Latin America
Costa Rica is once again the happiest country in Latin America, in the World Happiness Report world ranking, published by the Sustainable Development Solutions Network. The country was placed in 23rd place worldwide for this 2022. Year after year Costa Rica receives this honor. The ranking measures per capita income, […]
12 tips for Living Cheaply in Costa Rica
1. Living Cheap by Renting or Buying Where Property is Cheaper The bottom line is where you decide to live can have a impact on your cost of living in Costa Rica. So, do your due diligence and explore areas that fit your budget and lifestyle. 2. Take Advantage of the Many […]
Due diligence when moving to Costa Rica
Recently, the Tico Times had the opportunity to interview Christopher Howard who has been conducting relocation/retirement tours for twenty-five years. Howard offers two tours: the four-day Central Valley tour and 8-day Combination Pacific Coast Beach and Central Valley. Both tours include a one-of- a kind two day seminar sponsored by […]
Costa Rica’s exemplary democracy continues to flourish
In my last article, I wrote about Costa Rica’s recent presidential election and the country’s long democratic tradition. Well, it comes an as little surprise that Costa Rica’s democracy is rated third in the Americas which consists of Canada, the United States, and Central and South America. Furthermore, the country’s […]
A special day for Costa Rica’s enduring democracy
In case future expats do not know, Costa Rica is the longest-standing democracy in Latin America since the late 1940s. This democratic tradition began with the abolition of the country’s military. No other country south of the border can make this claim. Ticos (Costa Ricans) are extremely proud of this […]
25 Reasons to Live or Invest in Costa Rica
Year-round spring-like weather in the Central Valley Untarnished international image. How often do you hear bad things in the news about Costa Rica? Only good news! Latin America’s oldest democracy No army and NO terrorism. Costa Rica has NO enemies. Excellent health care at a fraction of the price you […]
The Advantages of Living, Retiring or Investing Abroad
Recently I had the pleasure of leading a group of potential residents on a week-long trip around Costa Rica. I would venture to say their ages ranged from 45 to 60 years old. Most came here to explore the country with the goal of eventually relocating. After a week of […]
“Being a Cuidadano de Oro” has its advantages in Costa Rica!
(NOTE: I occasionally include information from other sources when I deem it beneficial for future expats. Below is an excerpt from an article by Rico from QCosta Rica. Aging is not fun, but it does have some advantages here.) RICO’s DIGEST – This year, 2021, I became a “Ciudadano de […]
Not only is Costa Rica the best country to live in Latin America for expats; it also has the most beautiful paper money
Costa Rica’s new bills were selected as the “Best Series of New Banknotes in Latin America of 2021”, by Reconnaissance International — just one more accolade for the country to add to its long list of honors. On Reconnaissance International’s website, Costa Rica’s Central Bank is praised for its new […]