Less than 10 days remain on this offer from JD’s Watersports in Costa Rica, a leader in customized vacations since 1992. JD’s is taking US $50 off per person on all customized vacations to Costa Rica that are reserved before December 31st.
Costa Rica has long been touted as one of the best and most diverse places for adventurous vacationers to travel with its active volcanoes, incredible hiking opportunities, Canopy Tours and 5 different types of rainforests. JD’s is just the company to help you plan the perfect trip to Costa Rica. With over 15 years of experience in tailoring vacations to match its client’s needs, JD’s knows what they’re doing. What is more JD’s also owns and Read more
Chris Guillebeau is the mastermind behind “The Art of Non-Conformity,” an online blog that touches on unconventional strategies for life, work, and travel. He is also a friend of this traveling gringo. Chris is an amazing character who has spent time the last ten years self-employed, four of them in West Africa as a volunteer aid worker.
Chris’ most recent project is a series of Unconventional Guides and other informational products. These will be available for purchase and expound upon the topics he regularly tackles on his blog: Life, Work and Travel.
The Unconventional Guide to Working for Yourself is an authoritative look at being self-employed. It explains how you can make money and spend Read more
The United States Presidential campaigns are in full swing, and while most of the expat Americans living in Costa Rica came here out of irritation with the United States government we still have a right to have our vote.
For those who have yet to register to vote absentee or those who have not yet received an absentee ballot, but are eligible to vote, the Democrats Abroad of Costa Rica are here to help. The association is sponsoring a non-partisan voting opportunity to be held Saturday at the Aurola Holiday Inn in downtown San Jose, on the third floor.
Bring a form of identification, such as your US driver’s license or passport, the address in the Read more
Puerto Limon Agency receives a lot of praise from foreigners living in Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Panama for being a reliable service customs broker and shipping company. The agency has been handling large shipments from North America and Europe for over 40 years, and has a long record of quality service.
The staff at Puerto Limon speaks English and Spanish and is very helpful. They pick up your belongings from your home no matter where it is, and deliver right to your doorway. You don’t have to worry about dealing with local customs and regulations; Puerto Limon takes care of all of that. Although they are based in Costa Rica, they also deliver to Panama and Nicaragua. Read more
Costa Rica, like other Central America countries, has its dry season and its wet, or green, season. The dry season runs from December to April and is generally considered to be the best time to visit the country since it is easier to move around the country and see wildlife. The dry season also corresponds with the winter months of the Northern Hemisphere, making it the perfect time to get away.
The downside about with coming during this period is that it is the high season for tourism, meaning that everything will be a little more crowded, reservations will need to be made in advance, and prices will be higher.
From May through November the country is Read more
If you are coming into Costa Rica, you can plan on staying for up to three months. After that, you have to leave for at least 72 hours before you are allowed to legally enter the country again. As a tourist you can own vehicles, property, businesses, and generate income from self-employment. Many spend their winter months here as tourists, owning their own home and everything.
For those who plan on making the move to Costa Rica a permanent one, it is highly recommended that you apply for your residency. As long as you have the correct documents and don’t have any major criminal history your residency is practically guaranteed. The processing of the documents generally takes about Read more
If you are thinking about relocating or retiring in Costa Rica, there are a lot of factors to take into consideration when trying to decide where to live, and I’m talking in addition to finding something that fits into your budget. Sometimes people don’t think enough about what they need out of their surroundings, and what their personal preferences are.
You may automatically think that you want to live on the beach, but the temperatures in costal Costa Rica differ greatly from those in the interior. Also, the farther you get away from the main city of San José, the farther you are from cultural activities, such as museums and the symphony, and entertainment, such as movie Read more
If you plan to do a lot of hoping around from city to city in Costa Rica, you’ve probably thought about hiring a driver. With the cost of renting a vehicle, the price of gas, and the stress that comes from having to find your way around from place to place, this Gringo recommends using Tico drivers whenever possible.
There are two routes you can go when trying to arrange a driver. Some prefer to call ahead to the places they are staying, and explain what services they will be requiring. The hotel then arranges for a driver, usually a friend with a car, to take you to your destination.
Once you’ve landed in Costa Rica, there are a couple of ways that you can get around the country. If you wish to travel to Puerto Limon, or other distant locations, you can take a small airplane. At the opposite end of the spectrum, you could take a bus across the country, but that will be crowded and take a decent amount of time. For many, renting a car is the best way to explore the inland of Costa Rica.
There are a couple of things to keep in mind when driving on Costa Rican roads. Some roads are good, particularly in the city, others are bad, and still others are very bad. Highways are not illuminated, so Read more
If you are looking to settle down or at least have a nice vacation home in Costa Rica, there are a few things you need to do first. Even though ownership of land is protected by the law for locals and foreigners alike, it is good to contact the Costa Rican Chamber of Realtors, or AMCHA, as they have a great reputation for being honest. The Association of Residents in San Jose and a trust worthy lawyer are also great assets, as they can guide you through the process of obtaining land.
Deciding where to settle is a whole other issue. The province of San Jose is one of the most populated, with the neighborhoods of Santa Ana Read more
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