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Investing In Costa Rica As An Expat

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 America”. Investing…

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Doing Business In Costa Rica

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 wonders…

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Medical Services in Costa Rica

Medical Services in Costa Rica When you see statistics from the World Health Organization placing the life expectancy of Costa Ricans near the top of the scale year after year,…

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For many Costa Ricans the season’s culinary dishes are steeped in tradition. A favorite during the holidays, tamales (pronounced tah-mahl-ays) are a delectable treat made with fine corn flour, potatoes,…

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Costa Rica Beaches: How To Choose? Which are Best?

Costa Rica Beaches: How To Choose? Which are Best? With the Caribbean and Pacific coasts hugging either side of this small nation, Costa Rica has over 1,200kms (750 miles) of…

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Residency in Costa Rica

In general, applying for Costa Rica residency, the applicant must prove that he or she will not be a burden to the country by demonstrating that they enough income to…

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Raising Kids in Costa Rica

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…

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Costa Rica Vacation Rentals – Homes – Condos – Villas

Vacation Rentals in Costa Rica While there are numerous hotels, resorts, hostels, and bed and breakfasts in Costa Rica, the real jewels in the crown of tourist hospitality are Costa…

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Vacation Goers Prefer Costa Rica Condo Rentals

Increasingly, Costa Rica condo rentals are preferred over traditional hotels for vacation accommodations. A new study by the Costa Rica tourism board shows that condo rentals are increasing over hotels…

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Choices: Costa Rica Versus Mexico?

Choices: Costa Rica Versus Mexico? Expat Lifestyle Choices series is a collection of articles that highlights the pros and cons of two countries in which expats are comparing. So you’ve…