Laurel
@labup
American looking for information about Costa Rica
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About me
American
Lives in Denver
Speaks English, some Spanish
Registration: 21 March 2013
Too old? by JimNorman
I was forced to retire at age 75 and am disabled. Is this too much of a challenge to relocate now?
It depends on many things. How disabled are you? Are you alone or do you have someone to help you? Where in Costa Rica do you want to live? How much money do you have to relocate and to live monthly. I don’t think it’s out of the ... Read More
Planning for Baby in CR by dcatosjo
We are planning to move to CR soon, and expect to have our second child there. Can anyone share details of what maternity coverage looks like under CAJA, and what items are cheaper/ make sense to bring from the US vs buying in CR? We have lots of ...
Surffeaver: Was that at Clinical Hospital San Rafaél Arcángel? Read More
Planning for Baby in CR by dcatosjo
We are planning to move to CR soon, and expect to have our second child there. Can anyone share details of what maternity coverage looks like under CAJA, and what items are cheaper/ make sense to bring from the US vs buying in CR? We have lots of ...
Please email me. Let’s talk. :) Read More
Planning for Baby in CR by dcatosjo
We are planning to move to CR soon, and expect to have our second child there. Can anyone share details of what maternity coverage looks like under CAJA, and what items are cheaper/ make sense to bring from the US vs buying in CR? We have lots of ...
Are you already pregnant? My understanding is it take quite awhile to get on CAJA. I could be wrong. That aside, public hospitals in CR have a close to 80% c-section rate. Many do not allow husbands in for the birth. Some still tie your legs ... Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Sherry moved back to the US. She and I were both communicating and met up in CR. I still go back and forth. If you have lived in Bali, you will probably do fine in CR. It is not an easy place for a single woman to live. Depending on where in ... Read More
having a baby in costa rica???
I am a midwife in Guanacaste region. I do home births. If you are interested in birthing that way or want more information, go ahead and contact me here and we can move to a private source of discussion. Read More
bringing seeds into Costa Rica by lauramacpherson
We will be in Costa Rica for 4 months. I wanted to grow some veggies and herbs while we are there. Does anyone know if you are allowed to bring unopened seed packets from the US into Costa Rica? Thanks. Laura
I know they will make their way there. Especially if we aid in it or don't do anything about it. Many countries have banned GMO seeds. Read More
bringing seeds into Costa Rica by lauramacpherson
We will be in Costa Rica for 4 months. I wanted to grow some veggies and herbs while we are there. Does anyone know if you are allowed to bring unopened seed packets from the US into Costa Rica? Thanks. Laura
Please do not bring in seeds from US! Most are GMO. One of the things I love about CR is the great tasting fruits and veggies. We started tomatoe plants from seeds from local tomatoes. Do you really want the beautiful looking but not very tasty ... Read More
Seeking employment opps in Costa Rica by Sjeffery13
Greetings All - I'm a newbie here. The hubby and I are seeking a relocation to Costa Rica sometime in the near future; however, we are wondering how difficult it is to find work down there. We will eventually wish to become residents, buy ...
I totally agree with Dave. You really have to live in Costa Rica for awhile to know if you will like it. It is definitely not for everyone. It is an amazing adventure but not for anyone easily discouraged, impatient, or not willing to live and ... Read More
Cost of living in Costa Rica by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Costa Rica. Don't forget to mention where in Costa Rica you are living. How much does it cost to live in Costa Rica? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
Jerry: I have not learned Spanish. I knew a little before coming here and I am learning nouns pretty well but as far as putting actual sentences together I am a long way from making good sense. Most the people love trying to speak English with ... Read More
Cost of living in Costa Rica by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Costa Rica. Don't forget to mention where in Costa Rica you are living. How much does it cost to live in Costa Rica? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
:). Jerry. Yea, I don't have a car either but I want one. LOL. But I will forgo and do as the locals do, walk, bus or taxi. Read More
Cost of living in Costa Rica by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Costa Rica. Don't forget to mention where in Costa Rica you are living. How much does it cost to live in Costa Rica? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
Yes, housing can still be a real bargain but food is high, gas is high, electronics are high, household goods and personal items are high. Since utilities seem to be jumping up too, that makes it harder and harder to make it. Yes, I know that is ... Read More
Puriscal-is there an expat meeting place? by laurieanderson
My husband, Jim, and I are looking to retire to Costa Rica after our house sells. We want the Spring like climate in the mountains. One of the towns we are considering is Puriscal. Is there an expat meeting place in Puriscal?
I'm sure there are other areas too but there are a lot of artists and such in Monteverdi. Read More
Costa RICA EXPATS by goldiefox
Sorry I want to talk to the EXPATS that are in Costa Rica,That is where I am moving too.I live in OKINAWA and have no desire to live anywhere in the USA!Been gone 26 years and don't want to return!Can you tell me how to get on the BLOGS with them in ...
LOL. Well I just rented a 3 bedroom house in Nosara! It's only for three months but I thought I would just hang out at the beach for a few months before I get serious about life again. :) Read More
Costa RICA EXPATS by goldiefox
Sorry I want to talk to the EXPATS that are in Costa Rica,That is where I am moving too.I live in OKINAWA and have no desire to live anywhere in the USA!Been gone 26 years and don't want to return!Can you tell me how to get on the BLOGS with them in ...
Dave, you're moving from Heredia? Read More
Hi everyone! Newbie here, just a bit of info. by Lauratort
Hey all! Just found this site and think it's a fantastic idea! My husband and I are planning early retirement in Central America and have been drifting toward Costa Rica for a while now. You know that when you first begin searching for relocation ...
Yes I was in CR for 5 weeks and did not feel an earthquake. They say most are very small and aren't even felt. Hurricanes don't hit the Central Vally and rarely hit Costa Rica at all due to the mountainous structure. Someting about the shape that ... Read More
Do all expats fit in one of three categories? by Lollard
It seems to me that pretty much everyone fits in one of three groups, and I'm not in one of those groups. So it's hard to imagine being able to relocate. Anyway, the three groups of people are: 1) retired, 2) wealthy with outside business ...
Yes with a family and wanting decent housing, you will need more than $1,000 a month in my opinion. It is less expensive there for some things and actually more expensive for some. Like pharmacy stuff is more expensive than the US. I would see if ... Read More
Is it realistic to think we can travel by bus? by terig
We are visiting for two weeks in January 2014. Our plan is to travel by bus from Alajuela to Grecia to Manuel Antonio to Dominical and ending up in San Jose. We'll be spending 3 days in each place. I've researched thebusschedule.com and it appears ...
The buses travel the same roads as cars so if there is a wreck or slow traffic, they are affected to. They are very inexpensive and reliable. That being said, they stop often in town, most are not air conditioned or have bathrooms. You are ... Read More
Hi everyone! Newbie here, just a bit of info. by Lauratort
Hey all! Just found this site and think it's a fantastic idea! My husband and I are planning early retirement in Central America and have been drifting toward Costa Rica for a while now. You know that when you first begin searching for relocation ...
Welcome: just read through some of the topics and you will find out quite a bit. I have been to CR two times now and am moving there in May. There are others who can help you much more than me but keep me on your radar and look me up when you get ... Read More
visa run; 72 hr min - or in/out same day ok? by BillA
I live in Drake (on the Osa) and have been to Paso Canoas 5 times with 5 different results, I guess I would like to know what is correct. My understanding is that before the 90 day visa expires, one needs to leave the country for 72 hrs [i]in order ...
Nooooo! Tell me about it. Either here or private or email. labup@aol.com Read More
visa run; 72 hr min - or in/out same day ok? by BillA
I live in Drake (on the Osa) and have been to Paso Canoas 5 times with 5 different results, I guess I would like to know what is correct. My understanding is that before the 90 day visa expires, one needs to leave the country for 72 hrs [i]in order ...
The Tico bus will be fun David. :-). Long and hot, but fun. Tee hee. I can't laugh too much. Before I know it, I will be taking the Tico bus Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Yes, you can get private rooms. They cost more but still less than a hotel. Most are fine to leave stuff in. Just research a little to make sure it is a clean safe one. We stayed in one in Monteverde. I shared a room with my friend. We had our ... Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
There are nice, inexpensive hostels everywhere in this country. Just do some online research. Buses run all over the country too but you are going to be on a bus hours and hours if you are traveling from one province to another. I.e. bus from ... Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Also I have not checked out very many areas yet. Will do that when I get back in May. All Costa Rica is pretty hot. The beaches are very hot! Hotter than Central Valley and the ones from Jacob down south are verrrry humid. My friend says that ... Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
I had a great time in Monteverde. It is beautiful up there. It was cooler than here in San Jose and less humid but very remote. Although in the town, there is most everything you need for daily living. I don't know what the law requires here ... Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Didikay and Sherry: thanks for your emails. I had been busy with school but will try to get back to you next week while I'm back in the US for a few weeks. Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Darn auto correct keeps changing my Costa Rica to coaster Rica. :) Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Soon you will get a response from several of my friends here in Costa Rica. We all live in the Central Valley area San Jose, San Pedro. I have lived in two separate host families here in San Jose. Neither of them flush the toilet paper. Also ... Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Yes, labup at aol.com Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Ooops, forgot to post the site. http://creply.blogspot.com/2013/04/back-at-maximo.html Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Hey all: I am here! Yay!! I have started a blog about my experience here so if you want to become followers and see my adventures and misadventures you can see my latest post here and also sign up to follow it if you want to. :) Pura ... Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
I will not be able to rent your place because I have a dog. You state you have dogs but do not want your tenants to have them. My dog is family to me so I cannot move without her. Sorry. Read More
Members Living in Costa Rica by rendrag
I am curious to know how many people that post here actually live here. Seems to be many self proclaimed experts that have only visited here a few times. Just sayin'.
You know we women. We can't go to the ladies room alone. You think we are going to CR without reaching out to our peeps? I think not! L Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Yay!! That will help make the transition a lot easier. Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Rakututu: Well with Dave already there to help with his advice and me settling there soon, you will already have some in country contacts when you come in August! And with Sherry heading down soon too, we will have our own little group of expat ... Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Thanks Dave. I will definitely give you a call. Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
Sherry and all: Right now I live in Denver. I fly to CR this Saturday and finish my TEFL program in San Jose. I will be down there hanging out and studying for two and a half weeks. Then back to Denver for a few weeks then moving down there mid ... Read More
single woman considering move to costa rica by sherryring
Hi everyone - I am an active young looking 60 year old woman about to be divorced. NOT looking to meet a man but AM looking to move to Costa Rica possibly which I fell in love with many years ago and make many friends. i just returned from Panama ...
I am a womam going through a divorce too. I am moving to Costa Rica in May. I am 57 years old. I think in Escazu and Santa Ana there would be the activities you are thinking about. And medical facilities are very close. These are big Expat ... Read More