Costa Rica Travel and Expat Forum

Costa Rica Expat Moving to Costa Rica without a clue

Expat: Costa Rica; Expat; Moving to Costa Rica without a clue. Costa Rica By Lime 11 comments. You know, it boggles my mind.[1] I see it in my neighborhood and I see it on this forum: people moving to Costa Rica with no idea of what they're getting into.[2] People with no experience of living anywhere other than the U.S.[3] or Canada.[4] People who have spent a month, a week, or, believe it or not, absolutely no time here They rarely make it.[5] They usually last about a year.[6] They spent thousands of dollars and God knows how much time and energy on packing their worldly possesions into a container, getting it through customs, replacing the things that got stolen out of the container...[7] only to discover that the roads are tearing apart the Mercedes, the banks close down for football matches, the wine is from Chile, and the Ticos don't do what they said they would do when they said they would do ...
---Last comment Wed May 14 06:53:33 2008 by Bill from Alajuela:
You are looking for an American or a local Exchange apartment for maintaining the property What maintanince is ...

Costa Rica Life Electricity Price Increase

Life: Costa Rica; Life; Electricity Price Increase. Costa Rica By Lazy from Jaco Beach Looks like Costa Rica is going to price everyone out of house and home with the new electricity price increases... ...

Costa Rica Travel Two Week trip to Costa Rica

Travel: Costa Rica; Travel; Two Week trip to Costa Rica. Costa Rica By Nary 5 comments. I get 2 weeks off work in February and want to spend it in Costa Rica.[1] Can you plan a trip for me ...
---Last comment Wed Apr 9 07:19:19 2008 by Jesse from Miami, Florida:
Why not share your ideas with everyone, ...

Costa Rica Jobs Employment opportunities

Jobs: Costa Rica; Jobs; Employment opportunities. Costa Rica By Kathy 21 comments. We're considering relocating to Costa Rica from the U.S.[1] How's the job market I sell advertising for broadcast radio and have done TV in the past.[2] Any such jobs down there ...
---Last comment Thu Apr 3 13:27:58 2008 by Christopher Etheridge:
I am currently a Project Manager in Panama City Beach, Florida in the lines of high rise condos and was thinking of relocating.My trade is HVAC Plumbing is there a demand for this type of work i have 20 years experience plese send responses if there is with contacts Thank You Christopher Etheridge ...

Costa Rica Tamarindo 4 College Girls in Costa Rica...Help

Tamarindo: Costa Rica; Tamarindo; 4 College Girls in Costa Rica...Help . Costa Rica By Lauren from CA 6 comments. Hello...my roommates and I are hoping to plan a vacation to Costa Rica during our Spring Break late March .[1] Now we just have to figure out WHERE in Costa Rica to go We're looking for a place with a great nightlife, a nice beach, things to do, not outrageously expensive remember we're poor college students , not overdeveloped we're hoping to avoid the Cancun Spring Break chaos and all around a great place to stay My parents have recommended Tamarindo, and I've looked into it as well.[2] It looks fantastic, but do you think there will be enough to do for 4 college girls staying for about 5-7 days I also had Jaco recommended to me.[3] However, is this a little too Americanized Any other suggestions for great places to stay would be GREATLY appreciated.[4] Also...what is the age to rent a car ...
---Last comment Fri Mar 28 13:54:45 2008 by Erin from Canada:
Hello I am a 20 year old from Canada - my family has a fishing business and house in tamarindo so i've been there quite a bit and know about the nightlife etc.[1] okay, if you want my honest opinion, for four girls in costa rica you should spend it in tamarindo - jaco has been known as a major drug scene - not as safe as tamarindo.[2] tamarindo has a lot of good nightlife and AWESOME beaches.[3] seriously, for a week, it has everything you girls will ...

Costa Rica Heredia Exceptional Real Estate Agents in Heredia

Heredia: Costa Rica; Heredia; Exceptional Real Estate Agents in Heredia . Costa Rica By Max Lyon 4 comments. My wife and I have been hunting for our Paradise home here in Costa Rica for three years.[1] We have made many trips down only to leave with broken promises and broken hearts and realtors that did not follow through.[2] Finally sitting in the airport ready to return back home for the fourth time we were told of EMERALD FOREST PROPERTIES out of Heredia.[3] Well my wife contacted their office the moment we arrived back home.[4] We were answered that day and it has been nothing but first class service ever since.[5] I can't begin to comment on their well organized office, professionalism at it's peak and knowledge of Costa Rica.[6] Thanks to all of the fine people of the Emerald Forest we now have our dream home and are enjoying Paradise.[7] If you are hunting for a home or property do not waste your time go ...
---Last comment Fri Mar 28 05:13:05 2008 by John:
Well...[1] here is their website...[2] they show phone numbers at the bottom of the page.[3] Is this the right ...

Costa Rica Real Estate For The Love Of The Beach

Real Estate: Costa Rica; Real Estate; For The Love Of The Beach . Costa Rica By Jedd 1 comments. Find beach front Costa Rica properties in San Jose, Tamarindo, Escazu, Guanacaste, Limon, more.[1] Find Costa Rica real estate for sale by owner and investment land. ...
---Last comment Thu Mar 27 12:24:07 2008 by Glen from Alajuela:
How do we know the Costa Rican real estate bubble isn't about the ...

Costa Rica San Jose Americans in San Jose

San Jose: Costa Rica; San Jose; Americans in San Jose. Costa Rica By Brad 3 comments. I'm getting ready for a whirlwind tour of South America with a stop in Costa Rica first.[1] Where are the places in San Jose that Americans hang out ...
---Last comment Tue Mar 25 16:54:54 2008 by Beauty from Costa Rica:
I'm getting ready for a whirlwind tour of South America with a stop in Costa Rica first.[1] Where are the places in San Jose that Americans hang out Hi Brad; I am a tico girl, I was born in San Jose but did not came to live here until 10 years ago.[2] I just wanted you to have that background so you take in consideration what I will tell you.[3] And the reason why I want to tell you is because I do not want you to come here and take with you a bad ...

Costa Rica Retirement What do Ticos do when they retire in Costa Rica

Retirement: Costa Rica; Retirement; What do Ticos do when they retire in Costa Rica. Costa Rica By Sandy 1 from United States 1 comments. What do you do when you retire in Costa Rica Do you sit back and draw retirement benefits Do you travel around the world Do you sit on your porch inside the steel gates with barbed wire and drink iced ...
---Last comment Tue Mar 25 16:12:07 2008 by Beauty from Costa Rica:
Hi Sandy; Sadly I have to admit that here in Costa Rica we do not have such great retirement plans like in US or Canada those are the ones I am familiar with .[1] When we start to work we usually do it while studying , we start to contribute with a government pension plan they deduce a certain amount based on your salary from payroll .[2] Then, when we retire, we receive a pension based on our contributions, however, the pension is usually ... Tags: costa_rica retirement

Costa Rica Business Looking for Job in Costa Rica

Business: Costa Rica; Business; Looking for Job in Costa Rica. Costa Rica By Jason Lawson 6 comments. I am in the process of moving to Costa Rica and would like to obtain full time employment there.[1] I am fluent in Spanish and English, and I have studied/volunteered in Costa Rica several times.[2] I have knowledge about banking as I work for Bank of America right now.[3] However, I feel that I am qualified to perform most any job with my background in school and work experience.[4] If anyone is interested please email me and I can send you a ...
---Last comment Sun Mar 23 11:47:42 2008 by annissa holland:
i am looking for a job in nursing .[1] i am very interested in relocating to this area to live full ...

Costa Rica Travel Fishing in Flamingo

Travel: Costa Rica; Travel; Fishing in Flamingo. Costa Rica By Billy Some great photos of fishing in Flamingo Beach, Costa Rica ...

Costa Rica Business REAL ESTATE AND JOBS AVAILABLE

Business: Costa Rica; Business; REAL ESTATE AND JOBS AVAILABLE. Costa Rica By JOHN MANION 10 comments. Greeting from New York State, I am interested in re-locating to Costa Rica in search of a business for sale i.e.[1] small bar or cafe near a resort or on the coast.[2] Also if nothing is available a job at a resort i.e.[3] waiter or bartender.[4] Could you direct me to an applicable website for further info like a chamber of commerce possibly thanks for all of yuor help, John j. ...
---Last comment Tue Feb 12 01:10:05 2008 by Business opportunity:
Hi Real estate business is presently a topmost business to make money.[1] Several people want to make career in this business but a real estate license is the basic requirement to perform real estate ...

Costa Rica Retirement NEED COSTA RICA HELP OR ADVICE

Retirement: Costa Rica; Retirement; NEED COSTA RICA HELP OR ADVICE . Costa Rica By bizlatino 2 comments. Considering moving / retiring to, or doing business in, Costa Rica Already relocated, but looking for specific resources and/or general assistance Looking for a business or income opportunity Bought or invested now want to liquidate Do you have questions you need answered North American Costa Rica-expert consultants make the process easier and more enjoyable while helping you get the results you want and save you time, money frustration by objectively assisting with all aspects of your orientation from your first visit local contact, general information, Spanish, lodging or office accommodations, transportation, communications through all logistical aspects of establishing yourself securely in the Costa Rican culture and/or business marketplace, resolving roadblocks ...
---Last comment Thu Jan 31 02:31:37 2008 by Irene from USA, Costa Rica:
Hi Jodie: Checkout "Pure Costa Rica Real Estate" at: www.purecr.com It is an online real estate website that provides property information and resources to help you find the best property and location at an affordable ...

Costa Rica Real Estate Looking for properties in Costa Rica

Real Estate: Costa Rica; Real Estate; Looking for properties in Costa Rica . Costa Rica By Marie 3 comments. Looking for properties in Costa Rica .[1] Buy, Sell, Rent properties in Costa Rica without paying a ...
---Last comment Thu Jan 31 02:22:18 2008 by Irene from USA, Costa Rica:
Kari: Checkout "Pure Costa Rica Real Estate" at: www.purecr.com I believe this might help you for what you're looking for. ...

Costa Rica Real Estate san jose

Real Estate: Costa Rica; Real Estate; san jose. Costa Rica By greg foresti 1 comments. I am looking to purchase a comercial lot in san jose to build a resturant/disco.Must be 1/2 acre or more in good ...
---Last comment Thu Jan 31 02:15:11 2008 by Irene from USA, Costa Rica:
Checkout "Pure Costa Rica Real Estate" at www.purecr.com.[1] Hopefully you find what you are looking for there.[2] Good ...

Costa Rica Real Estate Costa Rica Real Estate

Real Estate: Costa Rica; Real Estate; Costa Rica Real Estate. Costa Rica By Bob 3 comments. Invest in Costa Rica.[1] We have the most affordable homes, farms, and properties in Costa Rica.[2] We also develop properties and construct homes to quality standards.[3] Visit our website ...
---Last comment Thu Jan 31 02:11:11 2008 by Irene from USA, Costa Rica:
Looking to buy or invest property in Costa Rica and want to learn more, checkout "Pure Costa Rica Real Estate" at: www.purecr.com ...

Costa Rica Entertainment The most fun in Costa Rica

Entertainment: Costa Rica; Entertainment; The most fun in Costa Rica. Costa Rica By Frank Ettercott 1 comments. What is the most fun thing to do in Costa Rica What are the can't miss entertainment sites And, I don't want to hear about the Del Rey.[1] Something new and unique would be nice to hear about ...

Costa Rica Jaco Beach Searching for land to purchase

Jaco Beach: Costa Rica; Jaco Beach; Searching for land to purchase. Costa Rica By Sara Evans 4 comments. I've recently started searching for residential land in Costa Rica.[1] Preferably near Jaco or Puntarenas.[2] Can anyone suggest the best way to do this research on-line I've only found two websites that list raw land, buysafecostarica.com and bluewhiteproperties.com.[3] I would prefer to have several other sources or some type of personal recommendation.[4] Any advice would be much appreciated.[5] Thanks, Sara E. ...
---Last comment Thu Jan 31 01:16:30 2008 by Irene from USA, Costa Rica:
Hi Sara: I recommend checking out "Pure Costa Rica Real Estate", their website is: www.purecr.com It is an online website that provides comprehensive source of real estate available in Costa Rica.[1] Hope that helps and Good ...

Costa Rica Business Move to Costa Rica

Business: Costa Rica; Business; Move to Costa Rica. Costa Rica By Mike Scott 14 comments. Need information about move to Costa Rica for permanent Residency.[1] Need application and other required paperwork.[2] Thank You, Mike Scott 3906 Dixie Drive Garland, Texas ...
---Last comment Thu Jan 31 00:53:34 2008 by Irene from USA, Costa Rica:
If you are interested in buying/investing property in Costa Rica there's a real estate website called "Pure Costa Rica".[1] Checkout there website at www.purecr.com Hope that ...

Costa Rica Guanacaste Real Estate Corporations

Guanacaste: Costa Rica; Guanacaste; Real Estate Corporations. Costa Rica By Esteban Brown from San Jose, Costa Rica CORPORATION FOR SALESALE Own A slice of Costa Rican Pacific Jungle Paradise....[1] Perfect for Ashram, YogaRetreat, HealingCenter.......[2] La Mona en Seda Reserva Privada Las Delicias de Cobano Horizontes de Montezuma Costa Rica This private monkey reserve is just under two hectares of jungle canopy and pasture situated at the southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula above the world famous beach town of Montezuma.[3] The house of concrete and native hardwoods construction on a private hilltop boasts fabulous ocean views and cooling breezes in the front and monkey-filled mature canopy over a river with natural swimming pool and waterfall in the back.[4] There are extensive gardens with hundreds of butterflies and a three tiered fountain for the animals enjoyment.[5] There is chan for the parrots, papayas ...

Costa Rica Guanacaste Looking for Investors from Vista Hermosa Project

Guanacaste: Costa Rica; Guanacaste; Looking for Investors from Vista Hermosa Project. Costa Rica By vspring from This planet at the moment I am looking for anyone that has invested in the Vista Hermosa project with Minnesota Partners of Costa Rica.[1] We need to take action to get our money back from these ...

Costa Rica Real Estate PreFab Housing

Real Estate: Costa Rica; Real Estate; PreFab Housing. Costa Rica By Terra Ferma Group 9 comments. We have a need to have some prefab steel structures which can be dropped on location and become operational within 24 hrs to 48 hrs.[1] We are looking at this manner of construction for projects in Costa Rica and Panama.[2] Thank You office terrafermagroup.com ...
---Last comment Wed Jan 9 17:51:16 2008 by gina:
we have brought some land in Turrialba and would like to buy a 3 bedroom pre-fabricated house.[1] can you give me any company details ...

Costa Rica Medical Oxygen and Respiratory Equipment design and or homecare

Medical: Costa Rica; Medical; Oxygen and Respiratory Equipment design and/or homecare. Costa Rica By Chesley from Florida I am looking for a position with a Physicians Group, Investor Group or manufacturing facility as an Oxygen and Respiratory Equipment in Design and or Homecare Officer.[1] I have over 30 years in this field and have worked in homecare and as a design and completed projects manager for foreign respiratory equipment manufacturers. ...

Costa Rica Travel Your Greatest Adventure In Costa Rica

Travel: Costa Rica; Travel; Your Greatest Adventure In Costa Rica. Costa Rica By COIN-OPERATED-BOY from Philippines 1 comments. Do you have any memorable experience during your stay in Costa Rica Do you ave some fancy stories about your vacation there Then share it here and let us know about your adventures ...
---Last comment Wed Jan 2 13:01:42 2008 by Glen from Alajuela:
I can tell you about when my friend has his face and almost his eyes gouged out by the fingernails of a Costa Rica....[1] or about having to go to Court TO PAY rent on a property...[2] or about ADT security responding to an alarm at a property and then just waiting while someone vandalized their alarm and changed the lock the Costa Rica Police did come and wait with us while we changed the lock back .[3] I could go on but then no one would ever visit ...

Costa Rica Art and Artists Where would I find the local artist displays of art

Art and Artists: Costa Rica; Art and Artists; Where would I find the local artist displays of art. Costa Rica By Tamarindo from Alajuela 2 comments. Are there good locations such as art galleries for the local artists in Alajuela I would love to look at some of the local talent and perhaps collect some.[1] Any suggestions would be ...
---Last comment Wed Jan 2 12:54:56 2008 by COIN-OPERATED-BOY from Philippines:
Mind going through the to the tourism information board of the town and see if there are any about wha you are seeking.[1] I hope that helps. ... Tags: art local alajuela

Costa Rica Entertainment Zoo Suggestion

Entertainment: Costa Rica; Entertainment; Zoo Suggestion. Costa Rica By Mario from in the desert 3 comments. I will be traveling through Costa Rica with some friends and we thought about checking out a zoo or some kind of wildlife preserve.[1] I know that the animals must be amazing compared to what I see at the zoos in America.[2] Any suggestions of a tour to go on Do they have any zoos where you sit in your vehicle and drive ...
---Last comment Sun Dec 16 12:31:32 2007 by COIN-OPERATED-BOY from Philippines:
Haha, LOL at seth.[1] Anyway, I would also want to go to zoos and enjoy variety of animals I only saw on tv.[2] Please include some information about the location, the fare, and rules on zoos in Costa Rica. ...

Costa Rica Entertainment Name The Festivities

Entertainment: Costa Rica; Entertainment; Name The Festivities. Costa Rica By COIN-OPERATED-BOY from Philippines Could you name some of the most important festivities in Costa Rica Those that attracts a lot of tourist and would really promised pure enjoyment to those who will attend. ...

Costa Rica Alajuela Bed and Breakfast

Alajuela: Costa Rica; Alajuela; Bed and Breakfast. Costa Rica By Johnny from the river banks of the Mississippi 3 comments. I have a friend that is a writer that will be in Alajuela for about a week in January.[1] He was wondering if there is a good quaint bed and breakfast.[2] He will be there finishing a novel and doesn't want to be around a bunch of tourists so he prefers a bed and breakfast over a ...
---Last comment Wed Dec 12 09:07:16 2007 by COIN-OPERATED-BOY from Philippines:
Can you show or list here some other bed and breakfast venues around Costa Rica With their pricing and address if possible I do love traveling and I always make sure I'd stay in a bed and breakfast station.[1] And I want to learn more information about Costa ...

Costa Rica Recipes and Food Desserts

Recipes and Food: Costa Rica; Recipes and Food; Desserts. Costa Rica By Patrick from Under the Sea 5 comments. What are the best Costa Rican desserts I have not heard much about sweets.[1] I know in the United States we have everything you can possibly think ...
---Last comment Wed Dec 12 08:49:23 2007 by COIN-OPERATED-BOY from Philippines:
Costa Rican Raisin Cake 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/2 cup freshly brewed coffee 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided 1 cup seedless raisins 1/2 cup chopped nuts 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup dark brown sugar 2 eggs, beaten 2 cups flour 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Procedures: 1.[1] Mix cornstarch and coffee in saucepan until smooth.[2] 2.[3] Add 1/2 cup sugar and cook over low ...

Costa Rica Introductions Convincing Powers

Introductions: Costa Rica; Introductions; Convincing Powers. Costa Rica By COIN-OPERATED-BOY from Philippines Can anyone give or post here some introduction to Costa Rica that can convince me or other aspiring tourist to go visit this country I wanna know how well people know about Costa ...