Anyone who has lived here more than a few months is well aware of the myriad problems present in 21st century Costa Rica: Violent crime (our murder rate per capita is not far behind that of Chicago); ...

You’ve done it. You successfully left behind the traditional life that you were most likely going to live. Instead of getting the job, signing up for the mortgage, and settling into your old ...

EducationUSA fair Costa Rica takes place September 29, 2026, 4 to 7 p.m., at the Centro Cultural Costarricense Norteamericano in San Jose — a free event for students and expat families exploring US ...

A look at what foreigners and expats actually spend living in Costa Rica reveals an enormous range depending on location and lifestyle. Some report monthly budgets around $1,500, while others reach ...

On June 24 — the day the US Supreme Court struck down the Roe v. Wade ruling that legalized abortion — Google searches for the phrases "how to move to Costa Rica," and "how to move to Portugal," ...

We lived off one salary in San Jose and still traveled every weekend. Here's our honest 2026 breakdown of what Costa Rica actually costs, from groceries to residency to renting a car.