Posted September 16th, 2008 by Christopher Howard
I deal with a lot of people who are thinking of moving to Costa Rica and many who have already made the decision to do so. I meet most everyone on my monthly relocation/retirement tours and at lectures where I speak.
I really thrive on the feedback I receive from these potential expatriates. I have [...]
Posted September 13th, 2008 by Christopher Howard
The weather is definitely a huge factor. If you live in Florida or Arizona you come here to want to get away from the heat. If you are from Canada or any of the northern States in the U.S. It is probably the cold that drives you here. Costa Rica’s Central Valley has one of [...]
Posted September 3rd, 2008 by Christopher Howard
I had a couple on my August relocation/retirement tour from Corpus Christi, Texas who had to return a couple of days earlier than expected because of Hurricane Gustav. They wanted to return home to board up their windows and secure their property. Too bad part of their vacation was spoiled by the [...]
Posted September 2nd, 2008 by Christopher Howard
Frequently I get asked this question on my relocation retirement tours and consultations. This answer is a no-brainer. If you look what just transpired in Mexico, the answer should be very obvious.
Here is the text from La Nación, Costa Rica’s Spanish newspaper, published on August 31, 2008. “Thousands march in Mexico against [...]
Posted August 29th, 2008 by Christopher Howard
On one of my Costa Rica retirement relocation tours a client recently remarked,”I love this country so much, I really have no desire to return to the States.” He was joking of course, but his comment reflects how Costa Rica’s natural beauty and laid-back lifestyle affect many visitors after they have been [...]