Erin in Costa Rica
@erin m.
American expat in Costa Rica
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About me
American
Lives in Heredia
Speaks English, Español
Registration: 19 April 2010
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work with a native Shaman (woman preferably). by totalbody11
I am looking to work with a native Shaman (woman preferably). Does anyone have any information regarding same?
Mauricio Bruce. Not a woman, but a reputable shaman. He speaks perfect English. Read More
Essentials to live in Costa Rica by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Costa Rica, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Costa Rica? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
I just published an article about this! http://www.delapuravida.com/2016/costa-rica-packing-list-essentials/ Read More
4th of July Celebration by gonzalez1113
We are planning to be in San Jose in July. Does anyone know when and where this year's 4th of July celebration will be?
july 4th in escazu. Read More
Costa Rica cell phone dilemma by GelassiGirl
Does anyone have first-hand experience with what U.S. smartphones function correctly in Costa Rica (as of 2011)? I want to buy a smartphone in the U.S., unlock it, then insert a local, pre-paid sim card. Mostly I want it for the data plan. I want ...
For data plans (wifi), you do need to open up a plan with ICE. This requires being a resident or having a citizen/resident do it for you under their name. Read More
perpetual tourists note: got 30 day visa - discretion of "interviewer" by BillA
I am what is sometimes called a "perpetual tourist", I simply exit CR every 90 days and return with another 90 day visa. Yesterday that ended, at least for now, when I was given a 30 day visa; no appeal, the discretion of the "interviewer" as to ...
Anyone who has had troubles has been coming through Paso Canoas, at least in the stories I have heard. When my fiancé (Tico) and I went through Paso Canoas, we had his sister who lives in Panama help us through to avoid any hassles. Yes, even Ticos ... Read More
Costa Rica cell phone dilemma by GelassiGirl
Does anyone have first-hand experience with what U.S. smartphones function correctly in Costa Rica (as of 2011)? I want to buy a smartphone in the U.S., unlock it, then insert a local, pre-paid sim card. Mostly I want it for the data plan. I want ...
"these phones may or may not function with ICE" hahaha Welcome to your 1st experience with ICE and Costa Rica. You can expect all the following experiences with ICE to follow a similar path of utter confusion and frustration. You have to laugh at it ... Read More
shipping about 200 lbs from Chicago by pgreen6840
I have some books and clothes and a few small appliance I wish to ship here in one time from Chicago Il. I live in San Jose, Costa Rica Can someone please advise the most economical options to get them here. I plan to be in the US in the ...
I'm confused - are you shipping from or to Costa Rica? ...Either way, a private company is probably your best bet. If you are shipping TO Costa Rica and your package gets held in customs, after 5 days they have the right to take your ... Read More
teaching English in CR by COWBOYPASTOR
what are the requirements other than a TEFL cert to teach English in CR ? tnx
The requirements differ depending on who you work for. And I know for a fact that TEFL is not required in all places, but it can be used as a tool to get a better salary. [---] Costa Rica Blog Costa Rica News Read More
Skype calling with cell phone by inergyflow
I will be spending 6 weeks in Costa Rica. I have Skype installed on my cell phone. Will I be able to use my phone via Skype to call Canada and the US? I have a subscription to call both countries but I want to make sure this works in Costa Rica. ...
I just hooked up a new iPhone and can confirm that Skype does indeed work in Costa Rica. There are also ways to make calls using Google Voice and another program. And fring just introduced an outgoing call service in their ... Read More
Skype calling with cell phone by inergyflow
I will be spending 6 weeks in Costa Rica. I have Skype installed on my cell phone. Will I be able to use my phone via Skype to call Canada and the US? I have a subscription to call both countries but I want to make sure this works in Costa Rica. ...
So Skype verified that their terms did not change and it still works...Good :) Read More
Tico Lifestyle by ArnieB
I have read that many gringos settle into gated communities with essentially a de facto north American lifestyle, paying the premium prices and not realizing the real cost of living benefits available to retirees in CR. Apparently the secret is to ...
Google "happiest people on earth". Read More
Tico Lifestyle by ArnieB
I have read that many gringos settle into gated communities with essentially a de facto north American lifestyle, paying the premium prices and not realizing the real cost of living benefits available to retirees in CR. Apparently the secret is to ...
I did find a home for my soul here. The top two reasons are for the natural beauty here in Costa Rica and for learning how to live without stressing the small stuff. The latter is a really important concept to grasp here because often times you do ... Read More
Raptor Migration in Costa Rica - Amazing! by LisaValencia
Listen to this! I recently discovered that my cherished Caribbean paradise possesses a revered status in the bird world. Right here, in the Talamanca Mountains, is one of only three mega-hawkwatch sites worldwide, where it is possible to observe ...
Costa Rica was geologically formed 15 million years after dinosaurs went extinct...so maybe we can call their descendants here "expats", too :) Read More
Skype calling with cell phone by inergyflow
I will be spending 6 weeks in Costa Rica. I have Skype installed on my cell phone. Will I be able to use my phone via Skype to call Canada and the US? I have a subscription to call both countries but I want to make sure this works in Costa Rica. ...
Yes? I dropped my iPhone in a vase full of water a few months ago, but before that, it was working. You should check with Skype though because I know there have been recent changes to their plans. Read More
Raptor Migration in Costa Rica - Amazing! by LisaValencia
Listen to this! I recently discovered that my cherished Caribbean paradise possesses a revered status in the bird world. Right here, in the Talamanca Mountains, is one of only three mega-hawkwatch sites worldwide, where it is possible to observe ...
That sounds cool. Hopefully my fiancé and I will get the chance to visit Puerto Viejo before the season is over. It's our favorite place and we are long overdue for a visit :) side note: every time I read or hear the word "raptor", I think about ... Read More