PURA VIDA / LIVING CR
What Brings
People
To Live in Costa Rica? by Howler Staff
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osta Rica living – what draws people to this country? Let’s look at just a few of the many things that make people decide Costa Rica is where they want to call home.
LIFESTYLE FEATURE
Sand and sea
Because the country is so small, you’re never too terribly far from one of its amazing beaches. Whether you like to surf, party, or just soak up the sun, you’re guaranteed to find a beach (or five) that suits your needs. Even better, there are very few Costa Rican beaches that are clogged with tourists, meaning that getting your own spot of sand and sea is completely within the realm of possibility.
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Away from it all
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Fresh — and sometimes crazy-looking — fruit
Hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers alike won’t be able to get enough of Costa Rica’s endless green mountains. If you know where to go, you can find some beautiful waterfalls and rivers nestled between them. Those looking to spend a few days — or more — away from society can rent rooms in fincas (basically agricultural summer homes) and trade in the real world for some peace and quiet.
A trip to the feria (farmers market), or verdureria (corner fruit and vegetable stand) will make your visits to the produce aisle in the U.S.A. seem incredibly lackluster. In addition to having the sweetest, most flavorful “normal” fruits, such as bananas, mangoes and pineapples, you can also find some pretty alienlooking treats in Costa Rica. Even if they look a bit crazy, trust me — they’re all delicious. And best of all, they are dirt-cheap. Now that’s how you encourage people to stay healthy!