An hour south of the Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia, is Tamarindo, the small Pacific beach town, known the world over for its surf, sun, and sand. With a population just north of 6,000 people, it's an increasingly popular place to retire in Costa Rica. It offers expansive tourism infrastructure, ease of accessibility, and all the creature comforts of home wrappe...
John Travolta’s character in Pulp Fiction said it best: “It's the little differences.” That’s true. The world has shrunk. You can get your clothes laundered, buy an IPhone, and order a “Quarter Pounder” from McDonald’s just about anywhere. Most things that once made the corners of the world unique have receded into kitschy shops where s...
Imagine this - a gentle ocean breeze, the rhythmic sound of waves, a cocktail in your hand, and not a worry in sight. As you sit in the comfort and safety of your home in one of Costa Rica's gated communities, you realize this isn't a fleeting vacation scene, it could be your everyday reality in retirement. As you sip your morning coffee with the warm sand b...
