Moon Living Abroad in Costa Rica (Living Abroad)

Author(s): Erin Van Rheenen
Publisher: Avalon Travel Publishing
Publication Date: 2007-08-28
Pages: 424
Binding: Paperback
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Product Description

Erin Van Rheenen, the expert on relocating to Costa Rica, has made the move herself and provides insight and first-hand advice to navigating the language and culture of this beautiful country. Van Rheenen outlines all the information needed in a smart, organized, and straightforward manner, making planning the move abroad manageable. Moon Living Abroad Costa Rica makes the moving and transition process easy for businesspeople, students, teachers, retirees, and professionals. Moon Living Abroad Costa Rica is packed with essential information and must-have details on getting established abroad, including how to obtain visas, ways to arrange finances, tips on gaining employment, advice on choosing schools, and where to find health care. This relocation guide also includes practical advice on how to rent or buy a home for a variety of needs and budgets, whether it’s a condo in the San José suburb of Escazú, a wooden house in coastal Tortuguero, or a mountain retreat with a view of Arenal Volcano. All Moon Living Abroad Guides include color photos, black-and-white photographs, black-and-white illustrations, and maps.

Customer Reviews

Pleased

I ordered 2 books, one for a gift and one for myself. They came quickly and are filled with good, practical information.

Although my Spanish is quite good, this book entices me to move to Costa Rica.

I am seeking to minimilize my life style. I am tired of the instant gratifcatiion culture that this country seems to have become, and Costa Rica does not seem to have come this far, yet. Simplicity and genuineness are rare traits.

This book is the best intro to a country and its culture that I have read, although alot has to be said about the "Ticos" making a very good case for themselves for starters. I skip around in this book and read passages at irregular intervals. If you are interested in CR, this book is an amazing find. Better than any of the junk on the internet which is mostly trying to sell you Real Estate anyway.

The Expat Bible

This work answers more questions about moving, to and living in, Costa Rica than I could think to ask. Info is provided in an unbiased way so that you understand both the positives and negatives. We're taking the next step, a visit to CR, but will now be armed with a wealth of info, and will be aware of what to look for. Great Buy!

A travel guide and instructional manual for American's considering moving

Over the past two decades, growing numbers of Americans have migrated to Costa Rica and made homes and lives for themselves that are comfortable, adventurous, memorable, and eminently satisfying. Erin Van Rheenen was one of those who left her life in the United States behind and settled in Costa Rica. She draws upon her own experience and expertise to author this newly updated and expanded second edition of "Living Abroad In Costa Rica", a travel guide and instructional manual for Americans considering moving to this beautiful nation. Included in this thoroughly 'user friendly' manual is a wealth of practical information on setting up your daily life including the issues of visas, finances, employment, education, and health care. Informed and informative, "Living Abroad In Costa Rica" also addresses how to rent or buy a home that fits diverse needs and a range of budgets, the best places to live, as well as learning the language and understanding the culture. "Living Abroad In Costa Rica" is an essential and enthusiastically recommended instructional guide for anyone considering establishing themselves in Costa Rica whether in the form of a vacation home or a permanent residence.

This book helped me move to Costa Rica

This wonderful, practical and well written book helped me move to Costa Rica several years ago. It covered just about everything I needed to know to make a successful transition to a new culture and society, and all the details that go with it.

It is well organized and has many useful tips, examples, and lists of contacts. It is realistic and down to earth.

I heartily recommend this book for anyone thinking of moving to Costa Rica.

I love Costa Rica, but know that it isn't for everyone. It is a very different culture, with it's own unique way of doing things. Be sure to rent a place and live in the country for at least a year before you buy.

Learning Spanish is vital. Contrary to common myth, most Costa Ricans don't speak English, and learning Spanish is not only good manners for a resident, it is also the key that will unlock the beauty and joy of the culture.

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