Posted July 24th, 2008 by Christopher Howard
As everyone knows gourmet coffee shops are the rage in the U.S. In some cities like New York and Seattle it seems like there is a Starbucks or other gourmet coffee shop on almost every corner and in most malls. In Costa Rica gourmet coffee shops are not as widespread but they [...]
Posted July 23rd, 2008 by Christopher Howard
One of the major concerns of people moving to another country is boredom and what to do to stay busy.
In Costa Rica one of the most enjoyable activities is dancing. Not only is it fun but it is incredible aerobic exercise. Thus, you can have a good time and stay fit all in one.
Costa Ricans [...]
Posted July 22nd, 2008 by Christopher Howard
I just came back last night from a week in Panama. Yes, I saved about $1.50 on a tank of gas in Panama. But most other things were comparable in price. When I spoke to my Panamanian friends about electric and phone costs in Costa Rica they were jealous because theirs are [...]
Posted July 22nd, 2008 by Christopher Howard
For years the gathering place for Americans who live in Heredia was the Azzura Cafe on the northwest corner across from Heredia’s Central Park. Unfortunately, the Azzura was demolished a few years ago to make way for a department store. What a big loss! All of us were in mourning for a [...]
Posted July 21st, 2008 by Christopher Howard
For the last 27 years I have been helped 1000s of people successfully relocate to Costa Rica. During this time I have been lucky to work closely with time-tested organizations like the Association of Residents of Costa Rica (ARCR) and Charles Zeller’s Ship to Costa Rica. Both of these organizations have [...]