Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes When looking at property online, Costa Rican homes might not be what you expect. Many people dream of owning a home in Costa Rica. They picture tropical beaches, lush mountains, and a relaxed lifestyle. While Costa Rica certainly offers all of these attractions, newcomers are often surprised to discover that…
Estimated Reading Time: 4 Minutes What makes Atenas special is not just one feature — it is the combination of climate, location, lifestyle, affordability, healthcare access, and community. Few places offer such a balanced retirement lifestyle while still remaining authentic, beautiful, and accessible. For many expats, Atenas represents the ideal middle ground between tropical paradise…
Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes There are thousands of people wanting to relocate to Costa Rica every year. Why does that happen? Relocating to another country is a life-changing decision that must be weighed with care. For some reason(s), Costa Rica stands out as a top choice. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean…
Estimated Reading Time: 3 Minutes Who’d guess Costa Rica offers you a lot if you want active retirement? Rudy Johnston is a very active person, and one of his reasons for moving here was that he could stay active until he got really old. You guessed it right: Rudy is still in great shape. He…
Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes Everybody who moves to Costa Rica wants to live the Pura Vida lifestyle. This expression is the national motto and it became world-famous after goalkeeper Keylor Navas started using it in all his TV interviews. But what does it mean? Basically, Pura Vida means “pure life” or enjoying life no…
Estimated Reading Time: 18 minutes Finding the right Facebook group when looking for information before moving or living in Costa Rica requires time and effort. However, here you have all the sources together. I published this blog for the first time in 2016 with 68 groups and pages, and I have now updated it. It’s…
Estimated Reading Time: 7 Minutes Who would have thought I would be telling you that you can have a safe life in Costa Rica a couple of years ago. For years, foreigners were moving to Costa Rica for many reasons. Living in Costa Rica was advertised worldwide as being close to nature. And for not…
Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes Did you know you can have an easy-going beach life without being a surfer? When it comes to beach life in Costa Rica, the Jaco area is often considered to be one of the most sought out destinations for expats and retirees. Jaco Beach offers lots of activities and amenities.…
Caribe Sur real estate is not for everyone. Some people just hate surfing, snorkeling or just lying on the beach and sip piña coladas. It’s all about a lifestyle! Do you know what the Caribe Sur in Costa Rica is? The Caribe Sur is Costa Rica’s Southern Caribbean region. It starts around Cahuita and runs…
Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes Do 800 sq.ft. condos exist in Costa Rica? Condos are getting smaller and smaller and more residential developers are building 800 square feet condos in Costa Rica. Some people have asked me why anyone in his right mind would live in an 800 square feet condo in Costa Rica. For…
Condominio Bougainvillea as it is called by the locals, is a one of a kind gated community. It is located in Santo Tomás de Santo Domingo de Heredia. This magnificent gated community sits on 4.2 Hectares – 10 ½ acres of landscaped grounds. This is very unusual for a condominium anywhere in Costa Rica. The…
“Living Costa Rica IS Expensive – So What “. This is what I hear all the time, “we thought it would be much cheaper in Costa Rica compared to where we live…” My response always is “Really? What gave you that impression?” The first clue should be when you book your flights and see that tickets…
What is the Costa Rica lifestyle like? It’s what you make it yourself. Costa Ricans like to work, but not as much as they like to enjoy their beautiful country, their friends, and their family. The fact is that the Costa Rica lifestyle is truly an amazing adventure with breathtaking moments mixed in all around.…
Did you know that Manuel Antonio offers a lifestyle? Manuel Antonio, in the Central Pacific of Costa Rica, has so much to offer. If you are looking for a luxury lifestyle and some fine dining, you have arrived at the right place. Manuel Antonio offers a lifestyle and the best of Manuel Antonio real estate. If…
Does living in a Lifestyle Golf Community attract you? Parque Valle del Sol is a 342-acre lifestyle and golf community in Santa Ana. This community offers the ultimate lifestyle for those who are looking for a lifestyle. Here you can buy a Costa Rica luxury home in a top location in the most beautiful surroundings you will…