Ultimately, the decision to move abroad in retirement may be one of the biggest decisions of Neil’s life. Before he makes his ...

So you are on a limited budget, but love Costa Rica and want to live here permanently. Everything seems more expensive than expected. The plummeting exchange rate makes stretching your meager funds ...

In Costa Rica, pura vida is a way of life. There's a guessable translation – "pure life" or "simple life" – but it's only by visiting the country, with your feet on the ground and your senses wide ...

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Every place where we live around the world has its own culture and lifestyle that make it a unique place to live. When we decide to pack up our things and move great distances to foreign lands, we’re ...

Golfito Marina Village & Resort is transforming one of the world's most biologically rich destinations into an exclusive ...

For total seclusion, Playa Quesera on the Nicoya Peninsula is one of Costa Rica’s most magical hidden gems. Accessed via the ...

The best Airbnbs in Costa Rica provide a range of unforgettable, nature-immersive experiences, catering to families, couples and travel groups seeking a more personal escape. The country’s unspoiled ...

Roberto Samcam Ruiz took security measures seriously. A retired Nicaraguan army major who had spoken out against the Sandinista government, he fled to neighboring Costa Rica after his name started ...

According to the Foreign Affairs Manual, more than 760,000 Americans received Social Security benefits while living outside ...