louise71594
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Registration: 01 August 2013
Exploring Costa Rica Culture by louise71594
Other than the gated communities (which we have no desire to be in, overpriced and not our style), what areas would you consider to be in a good location if someone like myself (and the hubby) wanted to spend time exploring CR, the culture, food, ...
As beautiful and lush as Hawaii is, it is way over populated and housing is ridiculously overpriced. Unless of course u can afford 5 acres of land build your own oasis. Most importantly where is the Hawaiian culture??? Are they almost extinct now or ... Read More
Exploring Costa Rica Culture by louise71594
Other than the gated communities (which we have no desire to be in, overpriced and not our style), what areas would you consider to be in a good location if someone like myself (and the hubby) wanted to spend time exploring CR, the culture, food, ...
Teslababe. I will let u know what I find out. I have been chatting back and forth with a couple that currently live there. Read More
5 good reasons for living in Nicaragua by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Nicaragua, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
You mentioned getting together with other expats for Mojitas... just curious do you also hang out with the locals?? or just Expats? Read More
Expats, its not about you when you are living abroad, or is it??
as I have been doing my research on our possible visit to CR, one of the things that annoys me is the (tourists, expats), who expect, and are disappointed when they realize how very little English is spoken in certain parts of CR. Really?? Why is ... Read More
Hi everyone! Newbie here, just a bit of info. by Lauratort
Hey all! Just found this site and think it's a fantastic idea! My husband and I are planning early retirement in Central America and have been drifting toward Costa Rica for a while now. You know that when you first begin searching for relocation ...
Hi Kathy, Congratulations on your move to CR...You came from NYC so I can imagine how much of a change that was for you and your husband after leaving such a large metro city like NY.... We are also from a large city and my hubby and I are ... Read More
Hi I am a newbie, Exploring Costa Rica by louise71594
Hello, My name is Louise Williams, and I am here to get as much information, feedback and suggestions as humanly possible about living and traveling abroad. My husband and I have talked for many years, about spending time in a new country, ...
Outlier Wow! first let me just thank you for talking the time to write such a thorough response to my post. I really appreciate it. The info that you have provided is great, as I am preparing to create a online folder to house all of it and other ... Read More
Do all expats fit in one of three categories? by Lollard
It seems to me that pretty much everyone fits in one of three groups, and I'm not in one of those groups. So it's hard to imagine being able to relocate. Anyway, the three groups of people are: 1) retired, 2) wealthy with outside business ...
When you have an influx of Expats relocating to a country such as CR, how does that really help the economy or the people when you have so many of them driving up the cost of real estate with their unbelievable demands for luxury housing and so many ... Read More
Volunteering and Spanish Language Schools in Costa Rica
Has anyone had any experiences with Volunteering opportunities (specifically in the town of Cartago) or Spanish Language schools in Costa Rica?? Read More
Hi I am a newbie, Exploring Costa Rica by louise71594
Hello, My name is Louise Williams, and I am here to get as much information, feedback and suggestions as humanly possible about living and traveling abroad. My husband and I have talked for many years, about spending time in a new country, ...
Thanks for your feedback... To answer some of your questions....To start, No we will not be looking for employment in CR...We are not relocating there either; our plan is to possibly spend some time there (anywhere from 2 weeks to a month) but no ... Read More
Can you live in CR with $1500USD by rey0123
Hello, Im an american looking to leave the the US for a more laid back atmosphere. Im currently 29 years old and have a $1500 a month budget to live. My questions are: 1. What type of life can I have in CR for $1500 a month. 2. What cities are ...
Thanks Samramon We are 50+ year old "young" couple, and we are more relaxed and laid back but do like some adventure. (my husband is more the adventurer than I am) but he is now limited in his adventures due to health reasons, but can still do some ... Read More
Exploring the Costa Rican Culture
Other than the gated communities (which we have no desire to be in, overpriced and not our style), what areas would you consider to be in a good location if someone like myself (and the hubby) wanted to spend time exploring CR, the culture, food, ... Read More
Exploring Costa Rica Culture
Other than the gated communities (which we have no desire to be in, overpriced and not our style), what areas would you consider to be in a good location if someone like myself (and the hubby) wanted to spend time exploring CR, the culture, food, ... Read More
Can you live in CR with $1500USD by rey0123
Hello, Im an american looking to leave the the US for a more laid back atmosphere. Im currently 29 years old and have a $1500 a month budget to live. My questions are: 1. What type of life can I have in CR for $1500 a month. 2. What cities are ...
That sounds about right, Scott, and thanks for posting. When I hear people complaining about how expensive it is to live in Costa Rica I have to question what they are buying and how they are living!I wonder the same thing! Makes me laugh though, ... Read More
Can you live in CR with $1500USD by rey0123
Hello, Im an american looking to leave the the US for a more laid back atmosphere. Im currently 29 years old and have a $1500 a month budget to live. My questions are: 1. What type of life can I have in CR for $1500 a month. 2. What cities are ...
Other than the gated communities (which we have no desire to be in), what areas would you consider to be in a good location if someone like myself (and the hubby) wanted to spend time exploring CR, the culture, food, etc. We are thinking about ... Read More
Possibly Relocating to Costa Rica by armymom1953
Hi everyone! My husband and I are exploring the option of early retirement and moving to Costa Rica. We are looking for a furnished 2 bdrm rental preferably close to a beach. Would like to keep it $800 US dollars or under. We also prefer the warmer ...
Which area has the least amount of expats and more locals? We don't need or want the gated communities, cut off from the natives in CR. That is our whole point of traveling there and spending time, to explore the culture..However, we don't want ... Read More
Hi I am a newbie, Exploring Costa Rica
Hello, My name is Louise Williams, and I am here to get as much information, feedback and suggestions as humanly possible about living and traveling abroad. My husband and I have talked for many years, about spending time in a new country, ... Read More