Best place to live in Costa Rica with a family?

Best place to live in Costa Rica with a family - TRIAL Costa Rica
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In EP01 we speak to Anastasia McCulloch about the best place to live in Costa Rica with a family and relocating to Costa Rica with a family. We learn more about her new home in Guanacaste and what her move was like going from the city of San Jose to living by the beach in Costa Rica.
Anastasia first came down to Costa Rica in 2009 from Raleigh, North Carolina and is now happily married with her a small son and lives in Guanacaste, in northern Costa Rica.
01:32 Intro with Anastasia
03:30 How does San Jose compare to living by the beach?
05:00 Was the reason for moving to the beach to do with your family?
07:30 What's the expat community like where you are?
09:20 What's it like living in Costa Rica?
11:40 What advice would you give to someone wanting to relocate to Costa Rica?
14:00 Does it help to rent first before moving?
14:50 What requirements might you need to move to Costa Rica?
16:50 What's the cost of living in Costa Rica?
19:45 What does a two bedroom rental cost by the sea?
20:45 How do you get connected to find the best option?
22:10 Which areas are most suited to families in Costa Rica?
25:25 Its a good lifestyle for your son right!?
26:30 What is the Pura Vida lifestyle?
27:50 Was there a big cost difference in groceries from San Jose to the beach?
29:45 What do you wish you could have told yourself 12 years ago!?
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Presented by Adam Baker
Produced by Tempest Pictures

[@Barebeauty-yoga]

Wow! This video is so insightful! Thank you for this conversation 🙏🏽☮️💖

[@wueskew169]

Nice video! Thank you for sharing.

[@billgalli5991]

Great interview.

[@michelinecousineau8497]

Very interesting! 🤩 thank you 💕

[@tarynjobe6422]

Loved this thank you!

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Thanks Taryn, we are glad you enjoyed it! Pura Vida! :)

[@orangeca9838]

Great info and thank you! Going to Coco area next week. John

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jacquelinebates2224]

she was amazing! Thank you for sharing! Such an inspiration for my son and family! :)

[@CostaRicanVacations]

So great to hear, thanks Jacqueline!

[@jacquelinebates2224]

She mentions that she kept all of her US bank accounts and had her job pay her that way - through the US banking system. Do tog have to have a home base or residence in the US in order to do that?

[@billgalli5991]

We’re of the older crowd. We’re locating in the Boca Arenal area. We’re really looking forward to enjoying the Sodas and smaller local restaurants. Also I cannot believe how many spots there are to visit. Our biggest hurdle so far is Banking. The branch we chose has a manager that hates expats I believe. I think this is the rear exception. The big city is really not in our expectations, and not having everything in our reach. We’re building a house and the same issues exist in CR. As the US. Supply chain is an issue. We’re working 3 months in advance for materials to assure we’re not being held up. Pura Vida.

[@CostaRicanVacations]

OPura Vida! Keep us posted on how it goes with the build!

[@zionintravail]

Hi Adam, We really long for that low stress, close-to-nature, family-friendly vibe that Anastasia described there near the beach in Guanacasta. Are there any similar family-friendly, low-key places that are closer to the Monteverde cloud forest, or is that only available closer to the beach? My thing is to be surrounded by green in or near the forest. Also, my wife is Nicaraguan and we have family in Granada, Nicaragua. Are prices higher closer to the forest? We would like to buy at least a couple acres with a couple of homes, one to rent out and one to have as a family getaway. We're in San Diego, and lived in California almost all our lives. Thank you.

[@barbaramaki9444]

Hello, my husband and I are from Canada, sold everything we owned and have travelled over the border to Florida USA and rented a place for 3 months then we planned on packing up our Jeep and camper trailer to head to Costa Rica. We really want to move permanently and have watched many interviews with people who have relocated but very unsure of the best place for us. After watching your video on Guanacaste and listening to you regarding the area, it sounds like a place we would love. We are both seniors age 69 and 68, both love the warmer weather, want to be close to beaches for sure and in a safe, secure area. Could you please tell us any areas you would recommend living in Costa Rica other than where you are which is a great option. We are thinking of flying down while we are in Florida to check out some areas. We have two small dogs 5 pounds and ten pounds an hoping to bring on plane with us not in cargo. Will we have a problem at airport, they have all of their shots and recent examinations. Thank you for your help and advice with this. We really hope to make Costa Rica our home.

[@lysh3342]

Hi Adam, whats your thought about going to Costa Rica from late Aug-Nov? I think that is the most rainiest season? Does Costa Rica have “microclimates”? Any suggestions about where the best places to stay are from Aug-Nov?

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Hey Lys, thanks for getting in touch with us! For sure it is the rainy season but that doesn't mean rain all the time. Different parts of the country see different amounts. If you were to travel to the Caribbean side it tends to be dryer at that time of year. Most of the country is much greener and you'll see more wildlife for it. Most mornings still tend to be sunny and its always hot. Plus the northern Gauancaste area will always still have more sunlight even int he 'green season'. Perhaps this video will help you out a little more! kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4LXY2ygl7CJpJY Thanks and let me know! Adam @TheCRVTeam

[@shawnsteinman2001]

The biggest problem about moving to Costa Rica is paying for the Private Schools. We don't speak spanish and Private Schools are like $6000 usd per year, and I have 2 kids. I just don't think I can afford it, so might have to wait until they are older.

[@CostaRicanVacations]

It's true private schools here are not the cheapest!

[@omarschez4706]

Hi Adam: Thanks for all the info. On a particular note, I.am traveling next month June 2022 plan to stay for the full 90 days but I am seriously thinking about retiree residency with a wife and two minors. I kind of liked Liberia but I found it a little expensive and hot. Basically wanted to ask you if there is somewhere similar that isnsafe and not so hot ? By the way just renting not buying and Spanish is not a problem

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Hey Omar, For sure, you should look aroudn the Central Valley in the subirds and mountains arond San Jose and on the way to the coast along the 27 highway. It's a lot fresher higher up and there are some lovely areas to look and safe for sure!

[@barbaramaki9444]

What area are you living in? is the Pacific or Caribbean side considered to have the best weather and which side do you recommend. We are planning on arriving there in the next few months from Canada, both retired and hoping to make this home, we love the warmer weather but also the green forest areas. Thank for your valuable information.

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Hey Barbara, Thanks for getting in touch! Anastasia is now based by the beach on the northern pacific coast. We would certainly recommend the slightly more developed Pacific side and if you want year round green forest areas the central south pacific should be the areas you focus on. Do bare in mind it rains a fair but in the afternoons during the green season from August to November, but this keeps it green! We hope this helps!

[@user-gf4fu8sj5q]

Where is guanacosta?

[@lorinbeljin9854]

Hello! Anastasia had so many relevant things to say about me and my family’s situation. Could I be put in touch with her directly? Thank you!

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Hey Lorin, of course! You can reach out to Anastasia here :www.vacationscostarica.com/travel-experts/anastasia-mcculloch/

[@celestinechinonyeokoronkwo8902]

Can a tourist get a stay in Costa Rica

[@bryanbaiz9427]

Hello all, how is the crime there in coco area? Also, are there good properties for sale with pools? I’m just inquiring info for future retirement. I’m definitely not in a hurry and things change as years go by. But just to have an idea. Thank you

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Hey Bryan, thanks forgetting in touch! Indeed Coco is a great place to retire to, you will find plenty of good options for investing as well as the location being particularly safe for foreign expats. Perhaps this link will help you with future planning www.investingcostarica.com/ otherwise you can always send them an email at [e-mail] for all your retirement plans.

[@dreambbq2246]

What does she do for work? Biggest struggle for me is to find a job that lets you work remote from abroad (Canadian)

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Hey Dream BBQ, Anastasia is one of our Top Travel Consultants here in Costa Rica. Many of our Travel Consultants are foreign expats who made the move to Costa Rica from the countries such as the US, Canada and the UK. Nowadays there are many jobs that enable work from home or anyway with a good internet connection and Costa Rica has it's Nomad Visa option as well to help living and working down here!

[@orangeca9838]

Is it good idea to own some rentals? How is rental market?

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Hey OrangeCA, it's a great idea! Costa Rica has plenty of great investment opportunities and the real estate market is a great way forward! Check out www.investingcostarica.com for future ideas on the topic!

[@duanerowe1291]

I would like to know more about banking ,mainly I am looking for a mortgage on my Casa in Cartago. I am currently renting the property and wish to purchase it now. I am an American Citizen and plan to retire there .

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Hey Duane, thanks for getting in touch with us. So I can help guide you to the right place or even provide some accurate information what kind of banking info are you looking for? Best options for mortgages in Costa Rica? Let me know and I will see if I can help out! Adam @TheCRVteam

[@orangeca9838]

Hay Duane, How is rental market? Easy to find and price range? Thanks! John

[@celestinechinonyeokoronkwo8902]

Pls Adam I am a Tourist I am coming to Costa Rica can I get a stay

[@CostaRicanVacations]

Hey Celestine if you need help planning a vacation to Costa Rica please send us an email here: [e-mail] and we will get back to you right away!

[@towaritch]

Coca cola bus station on SJ