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We'll be vacating in Jan to see if we want to retire here/need advice
Last post 11 years ago by Paul Baker12 replies
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Know anyone who has built a yurt (hexagonal) home, or dome to live in?
Last post 11 years ago by samramon7 replies
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To work as beauty therapist/rent salon or beauty room. Any advice??
Last post 12 years ago by TerrynViv35 replies
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Preparing to move to Costa Rica in July for a year with me family
Last post 12 years ago by Arnold Ziffle6 replies
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Visiting CR in Dec - Would love to meet expats who already live there
Last post 12 years ago by louiseparks5 replies
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Studying in Costa Rica
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Raising a family in Costa Rica as an expat
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Healthcare system in Costa Rica
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