Escape Artist - International Strategies For The Globally Minded

At the end of the 19th century, 90% of Colombia was illiterate. By the year 2000 this had dropped to just over 8%. Public education in Colombia is free and compulsory for the first 5…
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Of all of the Latin American countries, the legal and financial system of Colombia has the best record in the protection of foreign investment. With the repeal of the law that permitted…
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The news and media in Colombia are important modes of communication. Colombians love the printed word and newspapers of all types are available on almost every busy street corner. In…
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Once you have completed your real estate deal, you must begin to attend to other details to prepare your task of moving to Colombia. If at all possible, it is better that the seller…
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Located ''at the top'' of South America, Colombia is bordered by the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the west. It is the only South American country to be bounded by…
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In June of 2012, the Wall Street Journal along with Citibank began with a list of 200 cities complied by the Urban Land Institute. These cities were chosen on the basis of Culture and…
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Owning a car in Costa Rica can be a big commitment. With the rising cost of gas prices, general car maintenance, license plates, and required technical inspections every year or two…
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When you think about sports in Costa Rica, golf isn’t usually the first sport that comes to mind. It really should be though. Costa Rica is a stunning natural paradise full of tropical…
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The process of getting a license can be very easy or a real headache, depending on what kind of license you need. If you’re just visiting Costa Rica and you’re planning on driving a…
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Travelling to Costa Rica requires that anyone entering the country must obtain a visa. The majority of persons entering the country opt for the tourist visa as it is the easiest to…
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With it’s warm, inviting waters and year-round waves and breaks, Costa Rica has become a world famous surfing destination. Almost every beach in the country has something to offer an…
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Many venture to Costa Rica to soak in the sun, zip line through tropical rain forests, or simply relax in a spa or seaside resort as a much-needed getaway from the 9 – 5 grind but Costa…
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Costa Rica has a unique basis of taxing. The taxing principle itself is called territoriality, which means that any personal income coming from a foreign source is tax exempt. The only…
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Choosing Costa Rica Real Estate Whether you’re thinking of buying Costa Rica real estate on the beach, in a high-rise urban condo, or on a quiet couple acres nestled in the foothills…
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Are you planning to bring your pets to Costa Rica? Of course you are! They’re a part of your family. Read all of this first to make sure you do it correctly. As these rules are…
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Many only scratch the surface of the true depth and variety of Costa Rican Cuisine. With the ubiquity of rice and beans nestled at the heart of many dishes, it is an easy, yet unfair…
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Living in Costa Rica is a decision that tens of thousands of expats come to every year when looking abroad for their expatriation destination. Whether you come here to work for a…
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From the moment you see the double pink lines on the pregnancy test it becomes the most important life change you will ever experience. Filled with emotions of having your first child,…
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Often referred to as “The Switzerland of Central America”, Costa Rica from an investment and business standpoint is rapidly becoming newly known as the “Silicon Valley of Latin…
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Doing business in Costa Rica can be a challenging proposition, to say the least.  Especially when one compares the ease of doing business here with its neighboring countries, one…
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