Archives for September 2010

Costa Rica Alternative Medical – Herbal Medicine, Holistic and Fraud

We get many emails asking about alternative medical and which doctor or practitioners would we most recommend. Requests vary from everything to vitamins injections and Cobalt treatment for whatever, HIV/AIDs and cancer cures and the increasing inquires about anti-aging remedies. With Health Care in the US running amok,  Costa Rica has become a major place for medical tourism that include modern … [Read more...]

Sea Turtle Extinction – Harvesting or Thieves

We have just discovered why the Costa Rica sea turtle is going extinct, it is not being trapped in fishing nets, pollution,  global warming or tourism development, but local Costa Rican's  over harvesting eggs where many are starting to claim, it has becomes an illegal attack against nature. The above photographs [that have been plastered all over the internet],  show the destruction and/or … [Read more...]

Traffic Cameras To Be Installed in San Jose

This week, I had to laugh when I learned that sometime before the end of this year the Policía de Tránsito (traffic police) are expecting to put in cameras to control traffic and ticket offending drivers in various parts of San Jose. The areas targeted for this is Parque La Paz, the autopista General Cañas and the autopista Florencio del Castillo and other "unnamed" locations. Cesar Quirós, … [Read more...]

Opening a Costa Rica Personal Bank Account

Costa Rica does have  its banks so if you’re looking to open a bank account in Costa Rica, most will  offer services to foreigners, whether here as full-time residents, students or employees. Possessing a Costa Rican checking or savings account is advantageous for several reasons – namely the convenience of having an account in your country of residence. Say goodbye to those pesky international … [Read more...]

Limon’s Redevelopment – Stalemate Between Union and Government

If you love historical redevelopment, it is so easy to see how Limon would be the perfect candidate,  and at the same time become a world-class port bringing in billions to Costa Rica. Its shipyards with historical railroad equipment, the downtown look of Caribbean/New Orleans, with its Victorian homes flaunting long balconies and colorful façades add old-world charm . And not counting a gateway … [Read more...]

Tips on Renting a Car in Costa Rica – Insurance and Extra Costs

Costa Rica is a very popular tourist destination, drawing millions of visitors each year to its breathtaking landscapes, and  world-renowned points of interest. With a wide-spreading picturesque coastline and a massive forested wild terrain, cruising around with your own vehicle can be very handy and convenient. The good news is that there are numerous Costa Rica car rental agencies … [Read more...]