Comments on: Bad Things About Costa Rica

By: Solid

Solid — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:31:57 +0000

I am from Costa Rica, and I share many of those opinions, and yes, I bet other countries could be worse. However, why should we (Costa Rican people) feel relief of other countries being worse, we should have the aim of being better and work for better life conditions.

We could do it much much better if we stopped comparing with those that are “under” us and started to compare and aspire to be like those that are “above” us.

By: Danny

Danny — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 23:04:01 +0000

I am tired to hear all te grumbling of Americans or Canadians that move to Costa Rica….I am an American that lives in Cuidad Colon,Costa Rica. I still work in the middle east on rotational basis so not a retirey,,,my wife is Tica…this is my country now…when I left America it was for good…people complain of the crime…mostly Jaco area…so any tourist area in the world has high crime…even Diseny land in Florida…oh…you here someone got robbed in the RED Light District in San Jose,,,is this supposed to shock someone when only you are their for drug dealing and use of prostitue!!! Some old lady gets here purse taken while sporting to show all the gold and diamonds see can where…ah…come own…if you act like you have good sence and treat people with respect…you will recieve this in return…stop bashing my country…if you do not like please pack your bags and go home,,,you where probaley big complainer there to…

By: coral gables office space

coral gables office space — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 23:29:14 +0000

well, thanks because I live here in Costa Rica and for me is the safest country in Central America, I have no problems living here, is amazing

By: robert pavel

robert pavel — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 08:37:11 +0000

Went on the tour presented by Chris Howard,it was a great tour and saved me a lot of money. I will be moving to Costa Rica this summer.

By: Christopher Howard

Christopher Howard — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:59:33 +0000

Costa Rica can be a wise choice depending on what you want to do here. There are opportunities. Generally speaking the most successful foreigners have web-based businesses. However, you really can¹t work within the country unless you have a work permit or residency with permission to work.

By: kaan

kaan — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:54:38 +0000

Hi there!
I’m a Turkish who lived many years in Australia and travelled extensively.I speak excellent English-French-Turkish and have many years of experience as ”?nternational Relations Consultant”.?s moving to CR.a wise choice,is it hard to get a work visa? Thanks lot

By: Christopher Howard

Christopher Howard — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 14:14:25 +0000

The positives here far outweigh the negatives. However, I think it is important that people know the downside before they make their decision. No Costa Rica is not nearly as dangerous or corrupt as Mexico. There is no comparison. I have lived in both countries.

Costa Rica offers a great lifestyle for Americans. We have more American residents per capita (proportionately) than any country outside outside of the U.S. They can’t be wrong.

My tours are the perfect introduction to the country.

By: David Beach

David Beach — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 08:54:05 +0000

When I visited CR six years ago we were in San Jose, a very nice hotel. I don’t recall any negative observation or experiences. But that may be because I had a vacation home and investment property in Mexico. Is Costa Rica as dangerous, or corrupt as Mexico? I’m traveling to Costa Rica this June 2010 and will live there a year. If it’s like I remember it I will most likely stay. I’m 50 and need a better quality of life than the U.S. is offering now.

By: Jak

Jak — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:10:34 +0000

you neglected to mention the slave trade in Costa Rica. true its small compared to other slave trades but its still a problem

By: Christopher Howard

Christopher Howard — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:26:19 +0000

If you can continue to make $100,000 while in Costa Rica, you can live very well. Much better than in the States. It really depends on your lifestyle.
If you are a gambler, high roller and like to eat out in expensive restaurants, you may have problems.