Franchael
American expat in Mexico
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American
Lives in Chapala
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 18 April 2011
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Life in Muscat by Nisha Menon
Hi All, We are in the process of finalizing a move to Muscat, we are a young Indian Family (two 5 year old kids) currently based out of UAE - Abu Dhabi; I ma not quite sure about the life in Muscat. Social / Cultural / Weather activities for kids, ...
What about for USA women and girls? Do they have to wear an abaya when the go out? Can my wife and daughters go shopping and do things in town without me being with them? I have been offered many teaching positions in Oman, but I'm not sure if my ... Read More
Exit ticket needed for visa? by Karen from Chicago
My husband and I are booked for our first visit to Costa Rica on Jan. 4. We're not sure how long we want to stay--probably 3 months--and only have a one-way ticket. We've read that we need proof of a ticket out to get a visa. Is this true?
Karen, The answer is yes, but, you can go to the Copa airlines website and simply print a "reservation", and that will work. You don't have to pay anything. Just try to print a screen with your names on it. You can also buy a bus ticket to ... Read More
Moving to Costa Rica for just one year - location advice? by karenru
Hi all, My family and some family friends will be starting a year abroad in CR in July 2012. None of us have been there, though my husband and I are going on a scouting trip in February. We are becoming a bit overwhelmed with the details, mostly ...
Hi Karen, We are planning on doing the perpetual tourist thing for now. My wife is 1/2 Tica, but the requirements to get her citizenship or residency seem to be more trouble than it is worth. We went to Panama last week to get our Visas renewed ... Read More
Moving to Costa Rica for just one year - location advice? by karenru
Hi all, My family and some family friends will be starting a year abroad in CR in July 2012. None of us have been there, though my husband and I are going on a scouting trip in February. We are becoming a bit overwhelmed with the details, mostly ...
Hi Karen, My family and I have really enjoyed Atenas. We've been here 3 months, and feel safe here. I think this town meets all the requirements you mentioned. 1 hour to the beach. 45 minutes to San Jose (by bus). We don't have a car, so we ... Read More
Shipping personal belongings to CR? by jennthevexer
I'm a single woman who is moving from Nashville, TN to CR alone. I'm not particularly concerned about selling off most of my stuff here in the States before I leave, but there are a few things I'd like to import. Namely, my 32" flat screen TV, my ...
Hi Jenni, My family and I recently moved from Tampa FL to Atenas. There is a man, Jeff Partain, that I want to refer you to. His brother is a ReMaxx agent here in Atenas and his parents live here. He operates a company out of Tampa called Global ... Read More
New business by darthvapor
I'm contemplating starting a business in CR. It would be pet oriented. Selling leashes, collars, pet food, pet carriers and the such. Not selling any pets whatsoever! I know that I would have to be in an Ex-pat rich environment. I just don't ...
I recently settled in Atenas and brought my internet marketing business with me. There are plenty of 草榴社区s here, and everyone has pets! Even though this is a small town, there are several veterinarians, and animal feed stores. To promote my ... Read More
Renting for long periods of time? by dannyjoe87
Looking at moving to Costa Rica in about a year and want to rent a place just outside of a metropolitan area that is somewhat cheap (not fancy by any means just basic), and has area to grow food. Can anyone tell me if this is an unrealistic want or ...
Not sure that it gets cheaper the further away from town you go. It appears to me, that the larger, more "Americanized" ranches and villas are further out from town, which are probably more expensive. My guess is that small 1 & 2 bedroom ... Read More
Renting for long periods of time? by dannyjoe87
Looking at moving to Costa Rica in about a year and want to rent a place just outside of a metropolitan area that is somewhat cheap (not fancy by any means just basic), and has area to grow food. Can anyone tell me if this is an unrealistic want or ...
Hi DannyJoe, I just moved to Atenas, Costa Rica with my wife and five children. About 20 km from San Jose. We rent a 3br/2ba basic home, within walking distance of everything in town. Expect to pay about $800/month for such a place. Or if you're ... Read More
Would like to talk with USA people now living in Costa Rica for inform by Life after 50
I am starting my research off early so I may have all the information that I need. Looking to retire in a couple of years and would like the scoop on Costa Rica... I love the beach but I am hearing that it is HOT most of the time. I love the sun ...
After some research and communication with locals and expats, my family of 7 and I chose Atenas, in the Alajuela province of CR. It has been identified by National Geographic as having the most ideal climate in the world. There appears to be a ... Read More