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The biggest problem I have right now in Costa Rica

It’s not inefficiency, blatant corruption, or disorganization. Those problems are surmountable. My biggest problem is a monster attacking my house.

Learning Spanish in Costa Rica

Expat Memoirs | 9 Comments

Upon arriving to Costa Rica for the first time on vacation, I was told by a local that there were only three phrases I needed to know in order to communicate effectively while on my trip: Pura vida: This can mean anything from “hello” to “goodbye” to “doing fine” to...

Why Expats Fall in Love with Costa Rica

Expat Memoirs | 6 Comments

What is it about Costa Rica that entices someone to leave their home country and start all over in a foreign land?

16 Ways Reverse Culture Shock Kicks my Butt

Expat Memoirs | 24 Comments

16 ways my native culture is going to make me feel uncomfortable when I travel to the States. Reverse culture shock should not be this hard.

8 Things I Can Do in the States That I Can’t Do in Costa Rica

Expat Memoirs | 24 Comments

Nervous, but excited to visit the States over the holidays, I came up with a list of 8 things expats can do in the States that they can’t do in Costa Rica.

Finding a Home in Costa Rica Begins Back Home

Costa Rica Tips, Tricks, and FAQs | 8 Comments

The reasons and motivations for people to decide they want to leave their home country behind in order to experience life in Costa Rica are, of course, extremely varied.

How to find a place to live in Costa Rica: Part 2

Costa Rica Tips, Tricks, and FAQs | 24 Comments

Finding an affordable place to live in Costa Rica for an expat on a budget. Budgeting, Deciding on living situation, and Searching for a home to rent

How to find a place to live in Costa Rica: Part 1

Costa Rica Tips, Tricks, and FAQs | 20 Comments

Steps, tips, and advice for finding an affordable place to live in Costa Rica while on a budget. Rent an apartment, rent a house, or share rooms with Ticos or other expats…