General Chit Chat

KaiNie · KaiNie

I heard there is no real mailing system available in Costa Rica and receiving letters might be a challenge. Are there post boxes e.g. in San Jose or any other larger city that letters from my home country could be sent to? This might be required for my business ...

Jim · Jim

Is there a cell phone provider in Costa Rica ? if so what is the name of the provider. Also, is there a local car rental company available ?

Jim · Jim

How much cash (colones) should I bring for one month ? Jim Overton -- Edited by Jim on Tuesday 9th of February 2021 10:27:59 AM

Rlai · Rlai

Is it easy to find an electric car in CR? I've been reading that gas prices are pretty high so it made me wonder if aiming for an electric or hybrid car would be a good idea. But I also wonder how their availability compares to the US. Do car dealerships mostly sell the same cars as they do in the US? Thanks!

Ansley · Ansley

I am super excited to be living in a place that is so plentiful with fruits and vegetables! Being a vegan in the US is pretty expensive. I have seen the video about shopping and the markets. Is there anyone here that is also eating this way? Maybe you can give us some tips. Living in the southern US, we find t...

JustSayGourd · JustSayGourd

Hey all - we are looking at coming to CR for the month of July. Rainy season I know. We are currently thinking of spending the entire month in Esterillos to really get to know the area, but also plan on having a 4WD SUV for day trips - cloudbridge, cerro chirripo, Manuel Antonio, etc. Really curious to h...

Creekster · Creekster

I have a 07 honda vtx 1300 and have had it since new. Iknow import taxes are high there, would it be worth getting it down there?

joens · joens

In the "Costa Rica a third world country. Protests ,landslides ". YouTube video There was a river crossing scene . I did not recognize the make/ Model of vehicle being driven there . Does someone know offhand what that was.

CelticAx65 · CelticAx65

Hey All, I'm going to be spending a couple weeks around Lake Arenal end of Feb into March. How bad are the Mosquito's during that time ?

CelticAx65 · CelticAx65

Hi everyone, coming down for a visit in Feb., and NOW, I have to get a COVID test 48 hrs before getting on the plane BACK to the states. I'm flying into and out of Liberia, staying on North shore of Lake Arenal. Anyone have an idea where I should go to get the test ? Thank you for any advise DALE

Lorne · Lorne

I met and used a taxi driver for hotel/airport transportation as well as going on a tour to the Poas volcano and some good restaurants. His name is Michael Miranda. He came recommended to me by the Holiday Inn Alajuela. He is on WhatsApp. His phone: +506 8626 7344 His English is very good and I have refe...

Ansley · Ansley

Is San Jose the best airport to fly into? I have noticed that I also get the option of Liberia. I know sometimes it is cheaper to go to a smaller airport, but you may also be flying in a sardine can Also, any recommendations on airlines? Thanks ~Ansley -- Edited by Ansley on Sunday 29th of November 202...

Lorne · Lorne

I met and used a taxi driver for hotel/airport transportation as well as going on a tour to the Poas volcano and some good restaurants. His name is Michael Miranda. He came recommended to me by the Holiday Inn Alajuela. He is on WhatsApp. His phone: +506 8626 7344 His English is very good and I have referr...

Esquire · Esquire

Well aware of the Roman Catholic presence, but are there other denominations there also? Any english speaking? I seen a comment from the host that he is a pastor, does he have a church?

Jim · Jim

I'd like to know about renting a small SUV, I've read that there maybe rough roads on the way to some locations, that would cause a two wheel drive vehicle issues. Besides the major rental companies, are there any local rentals that may be more economical. How would I go about contacting these individu...

dmissel · dmissel

Hi Allen/Rebecca, Are there any updates on the Expat residency legislation that we discussed last week? Thanks, Dennis

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Post boxes (Preview) I heard there is no real mailing system available in Costa Rica and receiving letters might be a challenge. Are there post boxes e.g. in San Jose or any other larger city that letters from my home country could be sent to? This might be required for my business ...	KaiNie	2	97	Apr 4, 2021 by KaiNie
	Cell phones and Rental Cars (Preview) Is there a cell phone provider in Costa Rica ? if so what is the name of the provider. Also, is there a local car rental company available ?	Jim	2	200	Apr 3, 2021 by Meganmrobertson65
	Money (Preview) How much cash (colones) should I bring for one month ? Jim Overton -- Edited by Jim on Tuesday 9th of February 2021 10:27:59 AM	Jim	4	304	Apr 1, 2021 by Allen Richard
	Electric cars? (Preview) Is it easy to find an electric car in CR? I've been reading that gas prices are pretty high so it made me wonder if aiming for an electric or hybrid car would be a good idea. But I also wonder how their availability compares to the US. Do car dealerships mostly sell the same cars as they do in the US? Thanks!	Rlai	3	112	Mar 23, 2021 by Dale C
	Is anyone else Vegan/Vegetarian? (Preview) I am super excited to be living in a place that is so plentiful with fruits and vegetables! Being a vegan in the US is pretty expensive. I have seen the video about shopping and the markets. Is there anyone here that is also eating this way? Maybe you can give us some tips. Living in the southern US, we find t...	Ansley	8	371	Mar 7, 2021 by The Normans
	Esterillos in July? (Preview) Hey all - we are looking at coming to CR for the month of July. Rainy season I know. We are currently thinking of spending the entire month in Esterillos to really get to know the area, but also plan on having a 4WD SUV for day trips - cloudbridge, cerro chirripo, Manuel Antonio, etc. Really curious to h...	JustSayGourd	1	228	Feb 28, 2021 by Allen Richard
	My own moter bike.... (Preview) I have a 07 honda vtx 1300 and have had it since new. Iknow import taxes are high there, would it be worth getting it down there?	Creekster	2	118	Feb 26, 2021 by Creekster
	What make/model vehicle was driven in the river crossing scene (Preview) In the "Costa Rica a third world country. Protests ,landslides ". YouTube video There was a river crossing scene . I did not recognize the make/ Model of vehicle being driven there . Does someone know offhand what that was.	joens	12	323	Feb 11, 2021 by Allen Richard
	Mosquitos (Preview) Hey All, I'm going to be spending a couple weeks around Lake Arenal end of Feb into March. How bad are the Mosquito's during that time ?	CelticAx65	3	144	Feb 2, 2021 by snowbuzzard
	COVID-19 tests (Preview) Hi everyone, coming down for a visit in Feb., and NOW, I have to get a COVID test 48 hrs before getting on the plane BACK to the states. I'm flying into and out of Liberia, staying on North shore of Lake Arenal. Anyone have an idea where I should go to get the test ? Thank you for any advise DALE	CelticAx65	1	254	Jan 26, 2021 by Allen Richard
	Taxi Tours - Driver - San José, Alajuela, SJO Airport (Preview) I met and used a taxi driver for hotel/airport transportation as well as going on a tour to the Poas volcano and some good restaurants. His name is Michael Miranda. He came recommended to me by the Holiday Inn Alajuela. He is on WhatsApp. His phone: +506 8626 7344 His English is very good and I have refe...	Lorne	1	93	Jan 7, 2021 by Allen Richard
	Flying into CR (Preview) Is San Jose the best airport to fly into? I have noticed that I also get the option of Liberia. I know sometimes it is cheaper to go to a smaller airport, but you may also be flying in a sardine can Also, any recommendations on airlines? Thanks ~Ansley -- Edited by Ansley on Sunday 29th of November 202...	Ansley	8	175	Jan 7, 2021 by Allen Richard
	Taxi tour- Driver - San José, Alajuela, SJO Airport (Preview) I met and used a taxi driver for hotel/airport transportation as well as going on a tour to the Poas volcano and some good restaurants. His name is Michael Miranda. He came recommended to me by the Holiday Inn Alajuela. He is on WhatsApp. His phone: +506 8626 7344 His English is very good and I have referr...	Lorne	1	73	Jan 5, 2021 by Rebecca
	Churches in CR (Preview) Well aware of the Roman Catholic presence, but are there other denominations there also? Any english speaking? I seen a comment from the host that he is a pastor, does he have a church?	Esquire	1	109	Jan 3, 2021 by Allen Richard
	Rental Vehicles (Preview) I'd like to know about renting a small SUV, I've read that there maybe rough roads on the way to some locations, that would cause a two wheel drive vehicle issues. Besides the major rental companies, are there any local rentals that may be more economical. How would I go about contacting these individu...	Jim	1	116	Dec 29, 2020 by Allen Richard
	Are there any updates on the Expat residency legislation (Preview) Hi Allen/Rebecca, Are there any updates on the Expat residency legislation that we discussed last week? Thanks, Dennis	dmissel	3	153	Nov 29, 2020 by Ansley
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