Tropical Storm Tomas pounded Costa Rica with strong winds and heavy rains that triggered hundreds of landslides, power outages, and road closers all over Costa Rica. The storm hit the Quepos area very hard. The country’s National Emergency Commission said in an e-mailed statement, torrential rains have left Costa Rica in emergency status; mudslide in Escazu (suburb of San Jose) killed 20 people … [Read more...]
Ups and Downs on Costa Rica Real Estate – Guanacaste
10/28/2010 by 6 Comments
Costa Rica Real Estate has seen a lot of downs and ups and downs in my 7 years in Guanacaste. A prime example are the surf side lots in Potrero. When I arrived they were giving the things away for as low as $7,000 dollars apiece. About a year or so in to my sojourn here the lots started a fantastic spiral along with all of the tourism and vacation style property in the area. Fueled by the equity … [Read more...]
Stupid, Bizarre and Lack of Common Sense Questions on Costa Rica
10/24/2010 by 13 Comments
We get a lot of questions asked about Costa Rica everyday and some are very good and well others … well, let me put it this way, we wonder about the brain cells of some of the teachers that are teaching schools nowadays. So in the last year, we have collected a bunch of questions that users have asked at Yahoo answers, Frommers, and other chat or forum or travel websites and thought we would … [Read more...]
Costa Rica Jewish Community – Schools & Synagogues
10/18/2010 by 21 Comments
Costa Rica may well be Israel’s best friend among the states of the world, unswerving in its friendship since 1948 and the only state to maintain its embassy in Jerusalem. A green and eco-friendly land, approximately twice the size of Israel, Costa Rica lies some ten degrees above the equator, between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, rising from tropical beaches through rain forests to … [Read more...]
Costa Rica Property Management – Bill Paying and Maintenance
10/10/2010 by 5 Comments
Costa Rica’s is the most popular destinations in Latin America and for good reason. With over 5% of the world biodiversity it’s no surprise people from around the world flock to experience her beauty and charm. Buying a home in Costa Rica is a sound investment. If you are not planning to live full time in your home, renting it out to folks who want to have a dream vacation here is a great way … [Read more...]
Poaching of Costa Rica Sea Turtle Eggs – Turtle Poll
10/05/2010 by 39 Comments
If you are over 50, have traveled a lot or lived in Mexico or Central America, particularly the coastal areas, you ate turtle. Sea Turtle is an awesome tasting seafood, whose bright-red, bloody meat would turn angel white just seconds after hitting a fry pan that was lightly seasoned in olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic. Turtle meat and eggs are a delicacy and a way of life in many countries, … [Read more...]
Costa Rica Alternative Medical – Herbal Medicine, Holistic and Fraud
09/29/2010 by 8 Comments
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
09/25/2010 by 39 Comments
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
09/25/2010 by Leave a Comment
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
09/18/2010 by 7 Comments
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
09/12/2010 by 3 Comments
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
09/05/2010 by 7 Comments
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...]
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