What’s the smartest way to pick where to stay in Costa Rica? Choose the stay that matches your pace, not the one with the loudest reviews. If you want service and zero decisions, book a hotel; if you want space and flexibility, book a condo; if you want a personal...
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Building a house in Costa Rica: why water comes first, not last When you picture your dream home in Costa Rica, you probably imagine ocean breezes, howler monkeys in the distance and a lush green backdrop. You probably do not imagine queuing at a municipal office...
Living in Costa Rica: plumbing that works and still saves water Living in Costa Rica means waking up to birds instead of alarm clocks, watching storms roll in over the hills and rinsing sand off your feet rather than road grit. What many newcomers don’t expect is how...
Building in Costa Rica: How Do You Make Your Dream Home Truly “Green”? Moving to Costa Rica and building your own place is a big dream – jungle views, sea breezes and mornings with parrots instead of traffic noise. But in a country this biologically rich, the way you...
As a prospective buyer or seller, choosing from among the many real estate agents in Costa Rica can be a tough decision. How you choose your agent can be based on many different factors. Two key questions are whether or not your real estate agent is: Licensed...
Coco Cliffs Rita Ocean View Condo 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Ocean View Pool & Terrace Private Garage 1,722 sq ft - $399,000 h t t p s : / / w w w . t r e s a m i g o s - c r. c o m / p r o p e r t y / c o c o - c l iff s - ri t a...
From the lush jungles to the surf-swept coasts of Costa Rica, a quiet energy revolution is quietly underway — one that spans business, real-estate developments, wildlife sanctuaries, dining destinations and eco-tourism lodges alike. If you own a home or commercial...
Moving to Costa Rica with Kids: What Really Happens (and Why It’s Worth It) Costa Rica has a way of resetting your family’s priorities. Between volcano treks and waterfall swims, Saturday fútbol and beachfront ceviche, scarlet macaws wheeling overhead and sloths...
"I traded all that in for the pura vida lifestyle." How many times has each of us read that statement? In my case, I traded one paradise for another. Having lived in Muskoka, Canada and selling real estate there, I came to Costa Rica for some new adventures....
Moving to a new country is always a significant challenge, and adding children to the mix introduces even more complexity. My own experience of relocating to Costa Rica with my family revealed a shared narrative among many of us - a blend of questions, concerns, and...
My name is Michael Mills and I have been exploring Costa Rica since 1995. I have lived here full-time since 1999 and have loved every minute of it with my beautiful Dutch wife Josta. I am a full-time professional realtor and managing broker for Tres Amigos Realty...