Costa Rica Index

10 Cultural Faux Pas to Avoid While Living in Costa Rica
Moving to Costa Rica? Here are 10 Cultural Faux Pas to avoid while living there.

9 Best Cities in Costa Rica & Best Time of Year to Visit
If you're planning a trip to Costa Rica, here are the 9 Best Cities in Costa Rica & Best Time of Year to Visit.

Moving to Costa Rica with a Pet
Learn about moving with a pet to Costa Rica: what the requirements are, important vaccination information, what you can and cannot bring to Costa Rica, travel information and more.

Christmas in Costa Rica
Explore the festive traditions of Christmas and New Year in Costa Rica, where the celebrations are marked by special foods, church ceremonies, the exchange of gifts, and an array of cultural customs.

Culture Shock in Costa Rica
If you're planning a move to Costa Rica, or have recently settled there, it's natural to encounter some culture shock as you adjust to your new surroundings. Our insightful article is designed to help you navigate this transition smoothly. It offers practical tips and draws on the experiences of fellow digital nomads who have successfully embraced the cultural nuances of Costa Rica.

Homeschooling in Costa Rica
If you're moving with kids to Costa Rica and homeschooling is something you're considering, it's important to do your research and learn about homeschooling in Costa Rica.

How to Enroll Your Children in School in Costa Rica
If you're a newcomer in Costa Rica and enrolling your children in school in Costa Rica, here's how:

Educational System in Costa Rica
The one tip that you hear digital nomads living in Costa Rica repeatedly sharing with newcomers is not to buy a home when you first move to Costa Rica. Rent for a few months or longer so that you have time to find the right neighborhood. Give yourself time to ensure that Costa Rica is right for you for the long term. If you've already taken time to do those things and are ready to take the plunge and become a property owner, here are tips about buying a home in Costa Rica.

10 Things to Know Before Moving to Costa Rica
If you're planning a move to Costa Rica, here are 10 things digital nomads living there wish they had known before moving to Costa Rica.

Buying a Home in Costa Rica
The one tip that you hear digital nomads living in Costa Rica repeatedly sharing with newcomers is not to buy a home when you first move to Costa Rica. Rent for a few months or longer so that you have time to find the right neighborhood. Give yourself time to ensure that Costa Rica is right for you for the long term. If you've already taken time to do those things and are ready to take the plunge and become a property owner, here are tips about buying a home in Costa Rica.

Pros and Cons of Living in Costa Rica
If you're moving to Costa Rica, it's important to learn about both the Pros AND Cons of living in Costa Rica.

How to Rent a Home in Costa Rica
Renting a home in Costa Rica for the first time can be daunting. You probably have so many questions: Do I need a lawyer? Do rentals come with appliances? How do I find good rentals? How do I choose the right neighborhood? The list goes on and on. Here are answers to some of the top questions plus insight from our members living in Costa Rica.

Getting a Driver's License in Costa Rica
Here's a primer on how to get your driver's license in Costa Rica.

Expat Survey: 80% of Expats in Costa Rica Love It
Our survey to find the Best Places to Live in 2022 revealed that 80% of digital nomads are either extremely or very satisfied with their life abroad in Costa Rica.

Living in Costa Rica Guide
Our Living in Costa Rica Guide is a primer on everything about living in Costa Rica: best places to live, cost of living, pros and cons, healthcare and insurance, and more.

Cost of Living: Costa Rica vs. Panama
People considering a move to Central America often narrow down their list to Panama and Costa Rica. Digital Nomads talk about the cost of living in Panama and Costa Rica - housing costs, gas, car, electric, internet, groceries, budgets for various lifestyles and more.

10 Expats Share Tips for Moving to Costa Rica
Digital Nomads in Costa Rica answer the question: If a friend of yours was thinking of moving here, what other advice would you give them. One digital nomad summed it up perfectly when he said not to let your desire to live in paradise get in the way of thinking about the logistics. Here's what other digital nomads had to say.

Banking in Costa Rica
Information for digital nomads living in Costa Rica about banking in Costa Rica, wire transfers, banking fees, banking limitations for those on a tourist visa and more.

Expats in Costa Rica: Pros and Cons of Living in Costa Rica
Digital Nomads in Costa Rica offer some advice on the pros and cons of living in the Central American country. Topics covered include the health care system, where to live, and also some general information about the natural beauty of Costa Rica.

Staying Safe in Costa Rica
Recent crimes in Costa Rica have involved robbers arriving at homes and impersonating police officers. Alley Cat offers great advice and detailed information about what you need to know when the police are at your door.

The Costa Ballena Region of Costa Rica
There's an area along the southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica known as the Costa Ballena. Ballena means "whale" in Spanish and this area is the mating area of the humpback whales seasonally from December to April. This area is also home to a number of well known beaches in Costa Rica and noted for the large enclave of north American and foreign baby boomers, retirees and digital nomads living in the area.

10 Tips for Living in Costa Rica
Should you wear jeans and a t-shirt in San Jose? Did you know that one place may have twice the rain and be windy compared to another place 10km away? Read our 10 Tips for Living in Costa Rica for insights from digital nomads who have been there and done that.

Cost of Living in Costa Rica: Comfortable Living for $1500 a Month, Luxury for $3,000
Costa Rica enjoys a relatively low cost of living. Barrantes covers the basic costs. Digital Nomads living in Costa Rica can live comfortably on $1,500 a month and luxuriously on $3,000 a month.

Ten Things You Should Know Before You Move To Central or South America
Lee offers ten tips for people contemplating a move to Central or South America.