DrWeir
American expat in Costa Rica
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About me
American
Lives in Atenas
Registration: 03 November 2014
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Your experience of culture shock in Costa Rica by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Costa ...
During the three years we have lived in Costa Rica we have learned three major adjustments: first, do not expect efficiencies comparable to North America or Europe. This includes internet speeds 1/10 that of North American standards, non-compliance ... Read More
Cost of living in Costa Rica by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Costa Rica. Don't forget to mention where in Costa Rica you are living. How much does it cost to live in Costa Rica? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
For the most part, North American brand names like Plavix, Lipitor, Cipro, Metformin, etc. are considerably more expensive in CR. Generic equivalents, if available at all, may or may not be more expensive. Example: Metformin 500 mg., that are ... Read More
We'll be vacating in Jan to see if we want to retire here/need advice by Richintucson
Hi, I'm almost 65, retired and in good health. My wife and I plan on vacating for 8-9 days to Costa Rica in January-flying into San Jose. My idea is to see if retirement someplace in Costa Rica would suit us. We want to get acquainted with the ...
Here in Atenas, understanding that there are thousands of ex-pats here, virtually all housing comes fully furnished, down to kitchenware and plates. Our place, argueably, is on the higher side: 5,000 sf in two stories with outdoor jacuzzi, ... Read More
We'll be vacating in Jan to see if we want to retire here/need advice by Richintucson
Hi, I'm almost 65, retired and in good health. My wife and I plan on vacating for 8-9 days to Costa Rica in January-flying into San Jose. My idea is to see if retirement someplace in Costa Rica would suit us. We want to get acquainted with the ...
My wife and I have retired to Atenas, Costa Rica, about 30 miles west of San Jose. We have been here for 2 1/2 years now and absolutely love this little, agricultural town of about 9,000 -- of which over 3,000 are ex-pats, mostly from North America. ... Read More