marianne817
American looking for information about Costa Rica
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Lives in Philadelphia
Registration: 18 December 2014
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New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Go to tripadvisor.com, enter the city/cities you're interested in visiting (one at a time), and make sure you add Panama because there are always multiple cities in multiple countries with the same name. You can choose among hotels, BnBs, ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi Lindsey, I am also a single woman traveling on my own through multiple Central American countries. From Panama having been my first interest 15 years ago, I am finally getting there this weekend after two winters investigating Belize, Costa ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello again to all, A couple of items: First - I'm arriving in Panama CIty this Saturday, Jan. 31, and heading by bus to Chitre (2 days, or is that too long?), renting a car in Chitre and driving to Las Tablas 3-4 days, then Pedasi' 3-4 ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello everybody, I started researching Panama about 15 years ago. Was on the edge of buying a condo for rental 12 years ago but needed a partner to do so. My friend who agreed backed out at the last minute so I didn't get it. Still makes me ... Read More
Costa Rica reality vs fantasy? by marianne817
Hello all, I have been considering Central America for part-time relocation (maybe 4-6 months per year.) I am currently in Heredia, house-sitting for two weeks and will then work my way up the Pacific coast for two weeks until leaving for ...
I don't think she cares about the cost because she's 50 and is able to retire "comfortably." A high energy person who will have a business because she needs the activity, not the money. Definite Type A, which is what I question. ... Read More
Costa Rica reality vs fantasy? by marianne817
Hello all, I have been considering Central America for part-time relocation (maybe 4-6 months per year.) I am currently in Heredia, house-sitting for two weeks and will then work my way up the Pacific coast for two weeks until leaving for ...
She's buying a B&B. I know someone else who bought a small hotel with no problem. Isn't that an investment category that provides jobs, doesn't take any away from locals? Read More
Costa Rica reality vs fantasy? by marianne817
Hello all, I have been considering Central America for part-time relocation (maybe 4-6 months per year.) I am currently in Heredia, house-sitting for two weeks and will then work my way up the Pacific coast for two weeks until leaving for ...
Excellent advice, Ed. That lack of "feet on the ground" in the country is a major part of why relocating folks turn around and go back home after six months. I met a woman last week who landed in CR for the first time ready to buy a ... Read More
Costa Rica reality vs fantasy? by marianne817
Hello all, I have been considering Central America for part-time relocation (maybe 4-6 months per year.) I am currently in Heredia, house-sitting for two weeks and will then work my way up the Pacific coast for two weeks until leaving for ...
Sounds like the block I live on in Center City Philadelphia. In June or July we block off the street and have a pot-luck dinner. On Halloween we take our candy outside and hand it out while the adults are having appetizers and beer/wine and mingling ... Read More
Costa Rica reality vs fantasy? by marianne817
Hello all, I have been considering Central America for part-time relocation (maybe 4-6 months per year.) I am currently in Heredia, house-sitting for two weeks and will then work my way up the Pacific coast for two weeks until leaving for ...
Hi Gene, Sorry that I can't help you with suggestions. I've only been in CR for three weeks, and not near the beach - although I am going to the Pacific Coast this coming Sunday. I'm sure someone on the blog site will be able to point ... Read More
Costa Rica reality vs fantasy? by marianne817
Hello all, I have been considering Central America for part-time relocation (maybe 4-6 months per year.) I am currently in Heredia, house-sitting for two weeks and will then work my way up the Pacific coast for two weeks until leaving for ...
Hello to all - and especially those of you have sent messages, Thank you all for your comments and opinions. So much of what you have written applies to living anywhere, I believe - speaking the language; living in local neighborhoods, not ... Read More
Costa Rica reality vs fantasy? by marianne817
Hello all, I have been considering Central America for part-time relocation (maybe 4-6 months per year.) I am currently in Heredia, house-sitting for two weeks and will then work my way up the Pacific coast for two weeks until leaving for ...
Thanks for that info. Marianne Read More
moving to Costa Rica by Joe Hardy
Hi all, my name's Joe and I have been a teacher of English for over twenty years now. I'm 58, born in Italy but, since my grandma was british, from Christchurch, Dorset, UK, I grew up learning two languages. I am currently working in the south of ...
Hello Joe, I cannot help you with resident information about moving to Costa Rica since I am in CR on an exploratory trip myself. I am spending two weeks in Heredia, will be in San Jose for a few days, and then about 12 days moving up the Nicoya ... Read More
Costa Rica reality vs fantasy? by marianne817
Hello all, I have been considering Central America for part-time relocation (maybe 4-6 months per year.) I am currently in Heredia, house-sitting for two weeks and will then work my way up the Pacific coast for two weeks until leaving for ...
Hi Kenjee, Thanks for your message. I will be in Heredia until Dec.31 or Jan. 1. Would you be available to get together for a coffee or a drink and some chat time? Read More
Costa Rica reality vs fantasy?
Hello all, I have been considering Central America for part-time relocation (maybe 4-6 months per year.) I am currently in Heredia, house-sitting for two weeks and will then work my way up the Pacific coast for two weeks until leaving for ... Read More