About 10 years ago I wrote an article about allergies in Costa Rica and how to deal with them. When I moved here about 40 years ago I remember that I started to experience allergic reactions. I made an appoint to see a nose, ear and throat specialist called an […]
Lately, I have been writing articles about the good, bad, and ugly of popular retirement locations all around Costa Rica. I have lived here for almost 40 years and consider myself qualified to expound on this subject. The article below is an update of a previous blog about San Ramón. http://www.liveincostarica.com/blog/2015/02/future-retirees-should-know-about-san-ramons-strange-weather.html […]
With authoritarianism and proto-fascism on the rise in so many corners of the world, it is heartening to see a country where citizens are still deeply committed to democratic principles. And now its people are in the midst of trying to redefine their politics for the twenty-first century. Over the […]
Over the years I have personally met with three of Costa Rica’s presidents to discuss different expatriate issues. Through the many contacts that I have established over the years I have had access to many of the country’s leaders. Since Costa Rica does not meddle in other country’s affairs, it […]
It’s not surprising that Costa Rica has received another feather in its cap. The country’s impeccable international reputation, natural wonders, unequaled weather, and friendly people have combined to put it a the top of retirement and relocation havens for foreigners. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that the country known […]
When one thinks of minefields, the first thing that comes to mind are the world’s worn-torn zones where armed conflicts take place. Nobody would ever picture peaceful Costa Rica as having minefields since the country has not been at war since the late 1940s. In fact, on December 1, 1948, […]
Easter week is a time for reflection in Costa Rica. But many people to travel to either the beach or mountains with their families. Some even go as far as Nicaragua, Panama, the States or other destinations. Expats also take advantage of this time of year to visit different parts […]
English is the first thing that usually comes to mind when one thinks of Costa Rica’s second language. Every year more and more Costa Ricans are studying English. Most private and public schools now offer classes in this language. Learning English as a second language definitely makes ticos more employable. For example, […]