Statistics and polls annually released to determine the happiest countries in the world don’t reflect where Black expats are migrating. “Happiness” is an emotional state typically characterized by feelings of joy, excitement, and fulfillment. While what makes an individual happy is completely subjective, we can generally all agree happiness is […]
Where to retire cheaply abroad — and how much you could save in each destination. Retirement plans are as unique as the individuals who are looking forward to the day when work, at least as they know it, comes to an end. For some, retirement can mean a career change […]
The cost of living in Costa Rica seems prohibitive to many people, in particular, expats from North America who have a fixed income and have to budget their money. I would like to point out that as far as expats are concerned, it is a huge mistake to equate the cost of […]
In many areas of the U.S., the real estate market is red hot. A good number of those who sell their homes are making a handsome profit. For example, this is what a good friend in California recently told me after selling his home for top dollar and a long […]
Some excerpts from QCosta Rica Costa Ricans, tourists, retirees, and other expats have always loved Costa Rica’s famous Imperial which is basically synonymous with Costa Rica. It can even be found outside Costa Rica in countries like the United States. The beer’s popular logo adorns a variety of objects like […]
Recently, there have been two separate articles from Travel and Leisure about the best countries for Americans and others to retire around the world. “According to the U.S. State Department, millions of Americans are actually doing it. The idea of uprooting is far less far-fetched than it used to be, […]
Because of Costa Rica’s popularity and business opportunities, a whole slew of enterprising foreigners has relocated here. Unfortunately, some of these people may lack qualifications and experience in their fields of endeavor. Do not get me wrong! There are some highly qualified native English speakers here. Nevertheless, one should be […]
Part of this article is from Yahoo News. Most people relocate to Costa Rica because of its outstanding international reputation, natural wonders, friendly people, cost of living, medical care, excellent weather, and quality of life along with other factors. A good number of those who move here become homeowners. I […]
Costa Rica is once again the happiest country in Latin America, in the World Happiness Report world ranking, published by the Sustainable Development Solutions Network. The country was placed in 23rd place worldwide for this 2022. Year after year Costa Rica receives this honor. The ranking measures per capita income, […]
(NOTE: I occasionally include information from other sources when I deem it beneficial for future expats. Below is an excerpt from an article by Rico from QCosta Rica. Aging is not fun, but it does have some advantages here.) RICO’s DIGEST – This year, 2021, I became a “Ciudadano de […]