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Living like a local IN COSTA RICA
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Costa Rica culture 101
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why is costa rica the happiest country?
With a score of 44.7, the nation was placed as the happiest of the entire world, followed by Mexico and Colombia, according to the Planet Happiness Index…
Retirement in Costa Rica
It is no surprise that the popular vacation and expat destination of Costa Rica is a top retirement destination…
Medical care in costa rica
The “International Living” Magazine assures that the healthcare system of Costa Rica is the 2nd best in the world.
HOW TO MOVE TO COSTA RICA VIDEO SERIES
A 7 part series to help guide you through your move to Costa Rica! Find out if you should move, what logistics you’ll need to get sorted out, what the big day may look like for you.
Common Paths to Costa Rican Residency
Many expats will tell you how they became enamored with Costa Rica after visiting and seeing its unparalleled beauty, its natural wonders, and meeting its friendly people. A fair percentage of those who have come here on vacation decide that they eventually want to...
Arriving In Paradise
We moved to Costa Rica in September 2020 – looking back now it was mid-end of the crazy Covid times and when I look back at the journey we took from Bangalore to England – England to Frankfurt – Frankfurt to San Jose – I am so surprised and thankful we made the jump...
Practical Tips for Digital Nomads
In recent years, we’ve seen a rise in online entrepreneurs and remote workers, and COVID has only served to accelerate this trend. More than ever, we are able to realize our dreams of living abroad, working beachside, and exploring new cultures without missing a beat...
Pavones Offers World Class Surf Break And Then Some
Known as a surfer’s haven, Pavones is a small community located along the southern Pacific Coast. Pavones isn’t just another Costa Rica surfer town: this region is home to some of the best, longest waves in the world. The village can be a challenge to get to, over...
Costa Rica´s Healthcare System Stands Out Worldwide
Costa Rica ranks among the six countries in the world with the best health care in the world for 2019, according to the qualifier International Living and published on January 23rd by Summa Magazine in its digital format. The “International Living” Magazine assures...
Costa Rica A Family Friendly Destination. Nature With No Additives
sOne of the best places in the world for a trip with children is Costa Rica. The main reason is that the destinations where nature is the protagonist are perfect for the little ones to enjoy, but the country has many other advantages: it is safe, comfortable and easy,...
Pura Vida: Costa Rica Is The Happiest Country In The World
With a score of 44.7, the nation was placed as the happiest of the entire world, followed by Mexico and Colombia, according to the Planet Happiness Index. Costa Rica ranks first worldwide as the happiest country in the world, according to the Happy Planet Index. It is...
ExPats Enjoy Excellent Health Care Options
Health Care Overview Costa Rica has earned a solid reputation as having some of the best healthcare in Latin America. There are two systems available to expats including the government-run universal healthcare system, Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social, known...
Medical Tourism in Costa Rica: Questions For Doctors
You may have already decided to have one or more medical procedures or surgeries done abroad in Costa Rica. In our last article we compared the costs for various treatments performed here with the costs for the same procedures in the U.S. Overall, the savings average...
Your Tourist Visa in Costa Rica
Entering Costa Rica: When you enter into Costa Rica, you will enter in on a tourist visa through either one of the two international airports. To access the South Pacific, you may use Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) which is located in Alajuela right...
Getting Around Costa Rica
If you will be traveling or moving to Costa Rica, you may wonder what types of options you'll have for getting around the country. The ease and access to these options will depend where you will be living. If you are high up in a mountain top surrounded by jungle and...