@Tingo Rick
American expat in Costa Rica
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About me
American
Lives in Santiago San Ramon Alajuela
Speaks I Speak Spanish, French, English ,Japanese, an a little Tagalog and Visaya.
Registration: 25 September 2015
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Ed from Austin retiring to Costa Rica. by ezflaw
Hello. My name is Ed and I live in Austin, Texas. I am an avid birder and have visited Costa Rica three times over the past few years. I will be retiring in the next 18 months and am researching the possibility of retiring in Costa Rica. I ...
That was my mistake you are correct Read More
Keeping up with the news in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Costa Rica provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the public. What ...
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Keeping up with the news in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Costa Rica provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the public. What ...
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Keeping up with the news in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Costa Rica provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the public. What ...
If you watch movies then throw away dvds and download PopcornTime.se. DO NOT TURN ON THE VPN JUST PRESS CONTINUE WHEN YOU HAVE A MOVIE SELECTED FREE NO FEES BEEN ON THIS FOR YEARS Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in Costa Rica can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent ...
All I can say to anyone living here now or considering it is do not buy a house right away this may not be your cup of tea. unfortunately it is usually the wife if you are married that gets homesick. live here for a year before plunging into buying ... Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in Costa Rica can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent ...
mike its e rick ohman did you ever get your residence yet either permanent or pensionado curious Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in Costa Rica can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent ...
I have been here almost 9 years and have absolutely never had any home sickness. I never did from day 1. Maybe it is because my children from my x wife are adults in the USA and have their own lives. I have remarried to a Filipina and we had a ... Read More
Customer care in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Costa Rica ...
Usually most stores do not have an English speaking representative but because I speak Spanish I personally do not have any problems Read More
Ed from Austin retiring to Costa Rica. by ezflaw
Hello. My name is Ed and I live in Austin, Texas. I am an avid birder and have visited Costa Rica three times over the past few years. I will be retiring in the next 18 months and am researching the possibility of retiring in Costa Rica. I ...
I have lived here in SAN RAMON SANTIAGO ALAJUELA area for almost 9 years. I started out in San Ramon for 2 years and eventually moved to a nearby village called Santiago which to me is the nicest and most secure town in Costa Rica. Before I lived ... Read More
Can one park at the airport for a couple nights? by samramon
I am wondering if I can park at the airport and take the bus into San Jose as opposed to driving into San Jose? Anyone know a) if this is possible? b) how much it costs more or less? and c) is it safe? If any of these make it prohibitive, is there ...
because of the import taxes which are impsed on products not made here in costa rica Read More
Reasonably Priced Business Lawyer Recommendation? by LOLPuertoRico
Hi, Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced, English speaking, business lawyer in/near San Jose to handle an injunction? I was quoted nearly $4000 and I just can't imagine that is an average cost. This request is time sensitive. Thanks!
ANDRE WELLS (TICO) BUT SPEAKS PERFECT ENGLISH AND VERY WELL COMMERCIALLY EXPERIENCED. I do not have his number but I believe his office is in Escazu Read More
MOVING HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO COSTA RICA by nichrocks
Im considering opening a gym/health club in an expiate community. I have a source in the US where I can buy exercise equipment for a fraction of the cost. What is the the least expensive way I could get it there and would I be charged customs or ...
I strongly urge you to check with a reputable commercial attorney (aborgado) who has a lot of import expertise before getting into something that be way over your head especially financially Read More
Expand your social circle in Costa Rica by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Costa Rica means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one ...
I have lived in Santiago San Ramon Alajuela for almost 9 years and the best social and cultural group I know of and was a member for awhile is GRINGO CENTRAL IN SAN RAMON. They work closely with the city government, US EMBASSY and a lot of ... Read More
Will they charge import taxes on checked baggage stuff? etc by samramon
My wife is on a trip to the states and is planning to bring back several hundred dollars of stuff ordered from amazon that she can't get here in Costa Rica or can't get here for a decent price. Some vitamins, some household goods, some ...
The $500 applies to residents. Non residents may bring in many small items as long as they are not commercial goods to be sold in CR. A very clear description of what is permited for non residents or tourist is listed in English on the ADUANA FORM ... Read More
Moving 4 cats from SC to Costa Rica by K-RAE
I'm moving to Nosara, Costa Rica in August and need to move 4 cats with me. Where do I start?
First you will need an international certificate of health from a vet for each cat. You will need a separate small pet carrier for each cat. Most if not all will not permit more than one per carrier There is no quarantine for them as long as you ... Read More