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I will be traveling in Costa Rica from Jan. 7 through Jan 21 looking at various properties which I have found via the internet. I won’t be ready to buy for at least a year (if I do indeed decide to buy).
On this trip I want to get an idea of different areas during the dry season. I would like to meet with knowledgeable expats to glean whatever useful information I can. I have read that in some towns, expats gather at specific sites just to sit around and b.s. with each other.
Can some forum contributors point me in the right direction to meet expats who would be willing to share some of their wisdom? I’m specifically thinking of the Central Valley around Alejuela, Grecia, or Atenas.
Thanks for any help.
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Buy a copy of the Tico Times when you get there. The print edition contains a calendar of events for numerous expat organizations where you can meet people.
Gracias GT,
I have a well-worn copy of the Tico Times from May 10. I hadn’t considered the Calendar as an expat resource, but now I see that it can be useful.
The problem is that I’ll only be in Costa Rica for two weeks. I’m trying to map out a loose itinerary before I get to there. It would be difficult to “shoehorn” in events from the calendar. Before I buy property, I’ll want to rent for 6 months or so. That’s when the calendar will do me the most good.
Saludos,
editerNeed a Costa Rican Travel agency to contact me at skoorbpr@yahoo.com
Need a Costa Rican Travel agency to contact me at skoorbpr@yahoo.com
Hi Traveller,
Check out George Lundquist – on this site – and connect with him. Send him my (Kens) regards, and ASK George IF HIS TILLEY HAT IS STILL IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
His safari tour is the fastest way to find out about Costa Rica for someone – especially Americans and Canadians – who are thinking of living in Costa Rica.
Value beyond whatever he charges – and I am not related to him nor on commission.
Aside from that George has a wonderful wife, and she is a doll – loves reading so bring some used books for her to enjoy, you may meet her at the end of your safari with George.
I bought a fixer-up Tico home in the mountains, not where most Americans or Canadians buy – but my body, mind and soul told me that is the place for me. If you want to connect, then email me at:Buena sertas! Good luck!
PS: Check out Scotts value information packs – well worth it, if you are into doing your homework from an armchair. Good value!
Edited on Sep 18, 2006 18:39
We took George Lundquist’s tour and highly recommend it. He’ll show you more different parts of the Central Valley than you could ever find on your own, and he’s a fountain of information. His all-inclusive price is well worth it.
If you want to chat about our experiences, you can e-mail me at daveandmarcia@racsa.co.cr. Please be sure to put something like “We Love Costa Rica Forum” in the Subject line so I’ll know it’s not spam.
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