Thinking of retiring to Costa Rica

The more south, the more rural. The further from SJ, the safer. All depends on what you want. Living with ticos or with gringos.

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Hello everyone,

@ Millie, welcome on board !

Do you have any preference ? Maybe you could provide some more details on the type of region/neighbourhood you are looking for ?

You may also read the Living in Costa Rica guide for expats for first-hand infos.

All the best

Bhavna

@miligo63,Why even consider Costa Rica if you are coming for urban living ? Crowed,congested,smelly and not even safe !

If you want safe, warm urban living I would suggest looking at Merida Mexico. I have been to Liberia, San Jose and La Fortuna and they all seemed dirty and unsafe.

If you want safe, warm urban living I would suggest looking at Merida Mexico. I have been to Liberia, San Jose and La Fortuna and they all seemed dirty and unsafe.
-@Blackwatch

Mexico? Did the Cartels leave?

I used to love going to Mexico until it became too unsafe.

@miligo63 - Love to help you! We've built a survey that can help you refine what is really important to you (vs. what seems like fun). Feel free to send me an email and let's connect! ***

Excited to have you join us in Costa Rica!