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Is Costa Rica targeting gringos to make more money via fees, etc.?
Last post 10 years ago by samramon19 replies
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New members of Costa Rica forum, introduce yourself here 4th quarter of 2015
Last post 10 years ago by pebs20 replies
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New members of the Costa Rica forum, introduce yourself here 3rd quarter of 2015
Last post 11 years ago by Rajen Desai22 replies
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Looking for a modern safe small city and access to 1st medical care
Last post 11 years ago by Rickyracer289 replies
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Need a car buying Agent. Can you recommend one to help buy a car?
Last post 11 years ago by Attorney Kearney7 replies
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considering a prolonged visit to CR with possibility of expatriation
Last post 11 years ago by Bhavna8 replies
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Your opinon: Ship a car down from California or buy one in Costa Rica?
Last post 11 years ago by samramon8 replies
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Costa Rica and Panama top Happiest People according to Gallup Poll
Last post 11 years ago by samramon12 replies
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New members of the Costa Rica forum, introduce yourself here 2nd quarter of 2015
Last post 11 years ago by flyer12313 replies
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perpetual tourists note: got 30 day visa - discretion of "interviewer"
Last post 11 years ago by samramon25 replies
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Telling the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth".
Last post 11 years ago by Edward195815 replies
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Feedback from property owners who hire caretakers for part of the year
Last post 11 years ago by Edward195817 replies
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Dating culture in Costa Rica: what expats need to know
Costa Rica is a country where the pace of life is deliberately slower, relationships are built on genuine trust, ...
Living in Heredia
Tucked into Costa Rica's Central Valley at roughly 1,150 metres above sea level, Heredia sits just ten ...
Schools in Costa Rica
Moving to Costa Rica with children means one of the first decisions you will face is choosing the right school. ...
Pregnancy and birth in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a practical and well-regarded destination for expats who are expecting a child. The country offers a ...
Getting married in Costa Rica: formalities for expats
Costa Rica is one of the most straightforward countries in the world for foreigners who want to marry legally. ...
Studying in Costa Rica
Costa Rica punches well above its size when it comes to higher education. The country offers a well-structured ...
Raising a family in Costa Rica as an expat
Costa Rica draws expat families from across the world, and it is not difficult to understand why. The country ...
Healthcare system in Costa Rica
Costa Rica has built a reputation as one of Latin America's most capable healthcare destinations, and for good ...