Additional Takeaways:
- Living in expat areas in Costa Rica
provides access to a range of services and amenities, including
schools, restaurants, gyms, and holistic services.
- Choosing between living in beach towns and
mountain towns depends on personal preferences, with beach towns
offering a more relaxed lifestyle and mountain towns providing
cooler temperatures.
- The hot and humid climate in Costa Rica
can lead to mold issues, making air conditioning and
dehumidification necessary for a comfortable living
environment.
- Power outages and internet issues are
common in Costa Rica, but uninterrupted power supplies and fast
internet connections are available.
- Adapting to the Costa Rican lifestyle
requires letting go of expectations and embracing the slower pace
of life and the connection to nature. Pura Vida is aptly
named for life in Costa Rica!
- Respecting the local community and being
mindful of the impact of expat presence on the cost of living and
local resources is important.
- Language and currency considerations
include the prevalence of English-speaking locals and the need for
cash transactions.
- Trading and bartering are common practices
in Costa Rica, allowing for the exchange of goods and
services.
- Being part of the community and giving
back contribute to a more fulfilling expat experience.
- Transition and integration take time, and
it is important to be patient and open to the changes and growth
that come with living in a new country.
- Expressing gratitude for the opportunities
and abundance in Costa Rica enhances the expat
experience.
- Future plans in Costa Rica may be
uncertain, but being present and following one's heart's calling is
essential.
Chapters
00:00.
Introduction and Background
02:11.
Reasons for Considering a Move
06:24
Trucker Rally and Freedom Rally
09:28.
Freezing of Donated Money
11:26.
Impact on Family and Decision to Leave Canada
14:43.
Considering Different Countries
16:10.
Choosing Costa Rica
21:58.
Reconsidering Costa Rica
24:21.
Choosing the South Pacific Region of Costa Rica
25:50.
Involving the Children in the Decision
31:32.
Moving to Costa Rica
35:18.
Residency Process in Costa Rica
38:34.
Access to Healthcare in Costa Rica
46:35.
Private Healthcare and Dental Care
50:25.
Access to Organic and Sustainable Food
53:17.
Choosing a Community in Costa Rica
53:47.
Access to Services and Amenities
55:12.
Living in Beach Towns vs. Mountain Towns
56:37.
Humidity and Mold Issues
59:01.
Power Outages and Internet Issues
01:00:27.
Adapting to the Costa Rican Lifestyle
01:01:52.
Respecting the Local Community
01:03:18.
Letting Go and Adjusting Expectations
01:06:12.
Safety and Security
01:09:06.
Language and Currency
01:11:44.
Trading and Bartering
01:12:13.
Being Part of the Community
01:13:38.
Transition and Integration
01:15:05.
Gratitude for Costa Rica
01:17:38.
Uncertainty and Future Plans
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