Costa Rica
What is it like to retire in Costa Rica?
We asked retirees what it is like retiring in Costa Rica. They said...
"I am retired and live across the estuary from Tamarindo. While I find Tamarindo too touristy for full-time living, I prefer the quieter beach communities nearby, such as Playa Grande, Playa Brasalito, and Playa Avellanas. I have settled in Playa Grande, enjoying its tranquility and natural beauty. Although I visit Tamarindo almost weekly to take advantage of its amenities and activities, I love returning to the peacefulness of my smaller, quieter community away from the hustle and bustle," remarked another expat who made the move to Tamarindo, Costa Rica.
"The weather is truly perfect in Escazu, great amazing restaurants with so many choices, live music at Jazz Cafe, 2 great movie theatres showing films in English, lots of expats & English speaking Tico's, great public golf course close by in Santa Ana & perhaps best of all a great little casino close by," explained one expat living in Escazu, Costa Rica.
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What is it like to retire in Costa Rica?
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
