Costa Rica

When the Habit Shines Through

Even those devoted to serving God sometimes need a change of pace, a chance to step away and recharge their…

9 months ago

The Canadian Cost of Living in Costa Rica

You’ve seen the headlines. You’ve read the stories. Pictures of sun-kissed beaches, smiling retirees, jungle views, and slogans like “Live…

9 months ago

From Sunset to Sunrise: One Stiff Vacation

Frank and Maggie had been together for over four decades. They still held hands while walking, still shared desserts at…

9 months ago

Bugs of Paradise

I’ll admit it, bugs are not my thing. Anything that can sneak into my bed, crawl into my shoes, or…

9 months ago

Driving in Costa Rica: The Road to Pura Vida

There are certain things you prepare for in life: retirement, marriage, the Leafs losing early in the playoffs. Driving in…

9 months ago

A Cooler Way to Communicate

When you move to Costa Rica, there’s a certain rhythm you hope to fall into. The sounds of the jungle…

9 months ago

Where the Noise Fades Into Pura Vida

It didn’t happen overnight. There wasn’t one single moment when we looked at each other and said, That’s it, we’re…

9 months ago

Beer Snobbery: Hold My Pint

I’ve been a beer drinker for the better part of 45 years. That doesn’t make me a connoisseur. It makes…

9 months ago

Costa Rica Chronicles Part-3: Smart Strategies

Smart Strategies to Ensure It’s Worth the Move Welcome to Part 3—the serious (but still breezy) finale of our Costa Rica Chronicles.…

9 months ago

Costa Rica Chronicles Part-2: Why It Fails

This is Part 2 of our Costa Rica Chronicles, where we dig beneath the coconut‑scented sunsets to uncover why some expats, despite…

9 months ago