Living in Jaco, Costa Rica Tour - Sarah Elena

Living in Jaco, Costa Rica Tour - Sarah Elena
I've been living in Jaco for about six months now so I wanted to walk around and show you what the main part of town looks like.
Jaco is actually quite large (to my standards, being used to smaller two road towns). It has just about all you would need as an expat or someone coming to visit Costa Rica.
If you have been following along, you may know before our move to Jaco we were way up in a mountain in a very rural setting, so this has been a big change for us. None the less, we are enjoying it here and it has been a great experience so far!
I moved here to work on a project and it has also been an excellent location for my business.
Enjoy!
And REMEMBER!
If you ARE moving to Costa Rica and you need help... you may fill out an application via my website to set up a phone call with me to chat about some questions you may have and what the process could look like for you!
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[@sheilahunter4194]

Just bought a beach front condo in Jaco. My husband and I will be there tomorrow. We love Jaco.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Oh wow!!!! I'll bet it is just beautiful!! They have some amazing beach front condos in the area.

[@reefrelax]

Best Jaco tour video I've run into, thank you for this!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Oh I'm so glad!!

[@aloco62]

Hi Sarah. I went to Jacó for the first time, about a year ago, and I loved it. I wouldn’t mind living there at all. It’s so nice out there. Can’t wait to go back some day. 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes it is lovely!! Come back soon!!

[@travelingwithkidscostarica]

Great to meet you Sarah. Hi from our family of 4 living in Manuel Antonio. Thanks for sharing and we really like Jaco beach and going there to enjoy some good food too.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes! I am a big foodie... so Jaco has been very excellent for that!

[@devillockj]

I just headed south from jaco the other day. Love jaco!! What a great town!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

It really is!

[@JohnSmith-mr9vn]

Love Jaco, been visiting there for 20 years. Can't wait to return. Pura Vida!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Pura Vida John! :)

[@geovannymorajr.1065]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife i love Costa Rica and great video! pura vida Sarah! 🇨🇷 Hi five! 🤚

[@GiovanniChinnici]

Good helpful video. Thanks Sarah! 😊👍

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ronyjara4609]

Buenos días Sarah Elena gracias por compartir las bellezas de Costa Rica.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Con mucho gusto!

[@ronyjara4609]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife gracias bendiciones

[@wallyquiroz6312]

great video, thank you so much! i really enjoyed it!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@GaryInSoCal]

Hey Sarah... thanks for the tour... much appreciated. I'll be in Jaco (and Los Suenos) 1st week of September... best to you!

[@handaferguson]

Thank You, great walking tour... :-)

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@dewaynewestmoreland3773]

Jaco looks like a good place to visit. Thanks for sharing. Hope to visit Costa Rica one day

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

It is a nice place overall! Very different from many other places in Costa Rica. So be sure to check out some other areas too to really get a feel for what the country is about.

[@dewaynewestmoreland3773]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife thanks for replying.

[@rafalfaro]

I like the Cumbia music in the background. That makes it an even more Costa Rican video. Cumbia is played very often here on parties. Even the official New Year's eve song is a Cumbia.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Freakin LOVE Cumbia! Glad it was a good fit for the video.

[@ib516]

Thanks for doing this!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

My pleasure!

[@almartinez5411]

Great video of Jaco. Your Spanish is perfect! Keep up the good work

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Thank you so much Al!

[@commoncentsideas1215]

Great video... No commercials in your videos..thank you!

[@pennymandeville]

This and Manuel Antonio are my favorite place so far of all the places I've observed

[@sun2theshine938]

Thank you. This video was super helpful. Looking to buy property after I finish school early 2022.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bbybriina]

Thank you!

[@geovannymorajr.1065]

Me encanta Playa Jaco! I love your video!🤚💯🌴🏖

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Thank you, I am glad you loved the video! I am really enjoying it here too!

[@geovannymorajr.1065]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife you're welcome! 🤗❤💯 🇨🇷

[@aoruene]

Have been there 5 times, never seen the beach so full of people, maybe Covid restrictions or just the new year. Love your channel.

[@giorgeantoniobilbao6915]

Thank you ,I love your videos,Grasia por tus video eres genial🙏💫

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Con mucho gusto!

[@estebancamposlucas9165]

Yo soy de Costa Rica! Jacó tiene un ambiente nice!!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Agree! :)

[@fertilevessel1271]

Thank you 🙏

[@jaybird9932]

I love the walking music

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

I'm glad! haha, I am a big fan of Cumbia

[@rogercocco5309]

Thanks Sara!!!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

You're very welcome!

[@meganwilliams292]

It looks like a fun place.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

It is lively!

[@pianobypaul8995]

Live in Jaco. Love it!!!!!

[@grandpa6650]

Thank you sweetie. That looks like Puerto Rico. 🙏👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💥💥💥💥💥💥💕💕💕💕💕💕💕🥰🇵🇷💐🎉🎈

[@MNDanno]

Sweet walking tunes Elena :)

[@denispetitclerc7571]

Because I really enjoyed my time there couple years ago and I would like to move ASAP!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

That's awesome! :)

[@Robert-qe8vt]

I’m going to be in Jaco next month and it’s my first time visiting.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Awesome Robert! I hope you have a lovely trip!!

[@MrGreencheetah]

Made me feel like I was there myself checking out the town for the very first time -- love the fun music too!!!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

I'm glad it was helpful!

[@jamiejay7773]

Thank you!!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

You're welcome!

[@puravidacrm]

I was just there.. that town is crazy at night.. I like it though, it’s lively and beachy

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Thank you for watching Austin! :)

[@MiaYota]

Thank You @OnlyInJaco

[@stevep3089]

Be down next week! Nice timing

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Have a wonderful trip!!

[@stevep3089]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife thanks will be short but I'll be in Jaco surfing and climbing at Cachi. Thanks for your content.

[@rodvarmo]

Jaco bar upstairs is super cool

[@cacheteinflado1]

en playa hermosa near jaco great waves for surf

[@jacolen3791]

It looks like things have picked up since the last video you posted. It gives me hope that I can get back down there again soon, the last time I was there was 2018. I really miss it.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes things have picked up much more! Looking at the difference between both of the videos I was like WOW! I didn't realize.

[@MohammadFarahzad]

Thank you. :)

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

You're welcome!

[@surf01er66]

Cute , it's been 5 years, ready to go back. Looking for my tour guide Ketty.

[@Charles-qt4hq]

This is a very helpful video! Do you have one showing the residential areas nearby? Thank you!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Not yet! :) Thanks for watching

[@josegarita939]

Yo soy tico. Te saludo desde San Jose, C R.

[@charliemejesp2826]

welcome

[@samayalvarez8956]

Love Jaco, we stay at Los Suenos Hotel. Be there Thursday, finally! Been to CR at least 6 times :). Was going to buy some real estate and then Covid showed up and we couldn't fly :(.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

I hope you have a wonderful trip!!

[@markdickenson3714]

I was there on New Years Eve...and it poured! Felt bad for all of the people setting up the New Years eve party. All the work down the drain. Anyhow, do you still like living there? Thinking of moving there. Thank you for your time. -Mark edit... Love the music! Gonna have that going through my head as I migrate through town :)

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes I do still like living here! And yes, you can't go wrong with some Cumbia music!

[@nycksw]

I ❤️ Jacó

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes!! It's a great place!

[@natecharland3416]

that big bird hotel sticks out some

[@anolivetree1]

Thanks. Spent time with my kids on the beach . I've only shopped at AutoMercado and was impressed. Good job on the video. The music was festive.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@rezaahari2207]

Outdoor seating is allowed there ..excellent

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes 👍

[@tangli9425]

Hi Sarah ! Thanks for sharing your video. I would like to know is mosquito a problem during some time of the year in the southern zone of Costa Rica ? My wife seems to be very attracted to mosquitos during the summer time and she always get a lot of bites by the bugs here in Toronto. I am thinking of moving down there, but concerned about her well being in a tropical world. I don't find a lot of info on this subject. Thanks.

[@andrewsnow1933]

I like the costa rican klezmer music

[@lindsayrollin4291]

Hi Sarah I love Jaco and have vacationed there 9 times over the years and want to go back as soon as the covid is under control. In this video you walk past the Sunrise Breakfast place have you ever tried it ? It`s my go to breakfast spot in Jaco. One place I also love for supper meals is Senior Harry`s sorry you didn`t walk past it in this video. Have you ever eaten there it`s really good. One last thing my favourite souvenir shop is Fruity Monkey Poop sorry it wasn`t included in this video. My dear friend Patricia works there maybe next time you can pop in there and say hi to her for me. All the best Sarah , Cheers 🥂 Lindsay in Montreal.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

I will have to check those places out!! There are still a lot of places I haven't seen in town. Definitely takes time to see and try it all! I will totally go for breakfast at Sunrise if it's a great spot. Thanks for the recommendations.

[@lindsayrollin4291]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife You`re very welcome dear Sarah I know you will love these two places , Sunrise Breakfast and Senior Harry`s .

[@Kroma1986]

Hey Sarah! I've been watching a lot of your videos and other costa rica real estate. Planning on taking a trip down experiencing Pura Vida life style. I'm trying to decide on where I would choose to live if I wanted to live in Costa Rica all year. Atenas attracts me the best with its year round best climate in the world. I personally would love to live by the beach all year but I hear the summers can be unbearable.

[@neobiblismo]

Cierto, he escuchado que Atenas tiene un clima agradable, también me parece que las parte altas de San Ramón de Alajuela y Zarcero, son climas menos cálidos, por consiguiente más fríos, a la vez cerca de la ruta hacia las playas del pacífico central de Costa Rica.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Well it would be helpful to spend time in different areas! and yes, spending a summer somewhere will be important to determine how you like that weather so you're not miserable for a few months out of the year if it ends up not being a good fit.

[@stanuzbeki6609]

Hey Sarah, thanks for posting this. How is the internet speed there? I do 1-2 hr Zoom calls 2-3x/day, so I would need a decent connection. Thanks!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

You can get up to 100 megabytes with Cable Tica! So just make sure they have that service where you rent.

[@geraldthomas1999]

Flying down in 2 weeks!

[@dianapiscitelli9369]

Me too!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Hope you have a great trip down!

[@OilFan702]

Is the weather decent in August? I am staying there in late August. Thanks and I gave you a thumbs up.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

August is a rainy season month so expect a morning down pour or a nightly downpour , these last an hour or two sometimes once a day sometimes twice a day. Us locals don't mind it much! But if you are coming for vacation may just need to be aware of that for the scheduling of your tours.

[@OilFan702]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife thanks.

[@cacheteinflado1]

pura vida

[@aoruene]

Is there a curfew time for establishments to close like in San Jose ?

[@michaeloyeniran1287]

Beautiful place. It is a shame the government does not accord the same priority to the caribbean coast when it comes to investment.

[@mquiros796]

Hello Sarah Looking for a good deal on a rental. SUV for 10 days without the huge fees. Any recommendations?

[@tangereneman]

great content - very hard to watch due to the camera wobble

[@itsjustbutr6636]

HI, So I am noticing, almost no masks! it looks a lot better than the last video. we are coming down in the spring to look at condos and we were wondering about safty there at night?

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Night time has looked OK. I don't think there would be a situation where you would be in any danger. But you will see some interesting things while out and about after 8pm.

[@itsjustbutr6636]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife we like interesting things. Thank you

[@Dungaalejandro]

where can i find something to smoke in Jaco?

[@sirgalahad1470]

0:37 Sarah, is the ocean water freezing cold like it is off the coast of Southern California ?

[@idaliedanter3920]

No right now is nice and warm., usually year around itis better than California.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

It is nice and warm here!! During rainy season it can get a bit "chilly" on my standards, but I get cold easily. The ocean is generally warm year round.

[@alrent2992]

Always nice & never cold in Puerto Jimenez.

[@saifulislam-ph3vb]

I miss you

[@kenrapp3145]

Are long term rentals with A/C, and furnished available close to the beach and town for 8-900 a month? For a 1 br? I don’t want a car so I would use a bike or taxi.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes you could find a rental for that price by the beach.

[@kenrapp3145]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife awesome. I’ve been getting as much info as possible. I’m watching all your videos. I love the fact that u work with attorneys and real estate agents, and seem to have so many other quality connections. I’m not looking to just go somewhere and wing it. I like the fact that I could map out an entire plan, and after getting there, stay in touch for info and other locations. I was concerned that my SS of 1550, plus selling my house in Ft. Lauderdale wouldn’t be enough to live on, but I don’t really drink, just eat healthy food and looking for a relaxing lifestyle. I’ll definitely be in touch with u. Thanks for all the great info and responding to questions. I’m hoping my brother who lives on Waikiki beach and ready to retire soon wants to come along eventually. We could live a more than comfortable lifestyle splitting all the expenses. He’s got this idea it’s Central America and a 3rd world country. I told him to Google the real estate and see the kinds of homes and how expensive they are. Far from a typical 3rd world country. Best of all I’m from S Fla, so it’s no where near as far as another favorite of mine, Portugal😂

[@denispetitclerc7571]

Hi Sarah, is that possible to go there and work?

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes, can be possible of course! You can ask experiences and opinions here: facebook.com/groups/movetocostarica

[@dry509]

Be careful. The beach water gets a not safe to swim rating due to contamination periodically.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Good to know

[@theinbetween01]

How is COVID-19 going in Costa Rica?

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

At this point most of Costa Rica have receive the vaccine!

[@johnyfutch1962]

Hi Sarah , my name is brian futch. I see you are living in hermosa. My family owns valle perdido. If you would like I can give you a tour. It takes a couple of hours by golfcart. Trust me you won't be disappointed.

[@meganwilliams292]

Is Jaco more of a tourist town? I imagine the weather is hotter here. How far from Perez Zeledon?

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

It's about 2.5 - 3 hours from Perez! It is more of a tourist town for sure and it is hot as it is on the coastline.

[@meganwilliams292]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife Thank you Sarah. I’m thinking of going to Lake Arenal/La Fortuna for 10 days. Have you ever been there?

[@markodusanya8727]

Cool vid thinking of coming I am a black guy from uk were di you think best for me lol

[@micahtravel]

Where in Jaco can I go to get a Covid test before flying back to the United States?

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

You can go to Jaco Lab or just do it at the airport!

[@micahtravel]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife Went to the lab. I think you have to have a negative test not more than 3 days before flying back to the states.

[@lifeon137acreswithmikeanni5]

Hey Sarah, are you able to do another updated video of walking around Jaco? I’m curious to see how much busier it is now that the pandemic is over.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes I’d like to do that!! I actually got a drone to do some drone tours of each time. Now the goal is to find the time 😅

[@lifeon137acreswithmikeanni5]

Awesome! I can’t wait to see drone footage!

[@CMichaelG504]

How is life Sarah planning on moving to Jaco in november

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Excellent!

[@CMichaelG504]

I emailed you

[@CMichaelG504]

Would like to talk about your services I'm trying to get a cruise to c.r to move their and I have two dogs

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

@@CMichaelG504 feel free to send me an email at [e-mail] and we can set up a time to chat

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

I will be going through my emails today. I am finishing up some calls first!

[@sandramore7021]

Hi I'm coming to CR Saturday and staying 3 months. How can I do a visa run to extend my stay with the covid19 restrictions???

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

You will need to fly out of the country and come back in in order to extend your visa.

[@sandramore7021]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife thanks for your advice!

[@alrent2992]

C.R. land borders are closed.

[@idaliedanter3920]

Nice,but interesting enough the music you are using on this video is actually Colombia cumbia.

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Haha yes, cumbia is cumbia. I'm not even sure if Costa Rica has it's own specific version of Cumbia 😂

[@alrent2992]

Good music . Leave it at that.

[@Xplorer85X]

e tu

[@samuelalvarado1205]

Lindos ojos :)

[@balancepointservices7561]

You should monetize your site & post more CR experiences

[@josegarita939]

Hola Sarita, muy buen video. Sabes hablar español?

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Si claro!

[@elvirafigueroa2039]

Hola Sarah yo estube en December 21 day's. I black beach. Very nice. Pura Vida.😀😀😀🙋

[@bfpsu123]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife ...how did you learn it? Did you take formal classes? Did you know it before you got there? Or just through immersion? If so, how long did it take? Thanks

[@2708miguel]

Hi! How is the nightlife in Jaco? bars, nightclubs, beach clubs. are they open? thanks!

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes they are open until 10pm only!

[@2708miguel]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife thanks!

[@paulreportingliv]

How do you make money while living in Costa Rica?

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

HI Paul! I actually have a video on this channel titled, "How to Make Money in Costa Rica" and that covers some of the legal ways to generate income while living here. I hope you'll find it helpful!

[@ronaldpeter5133]

love jaco amazing taco bar the beach is a bit on the violent side people not as friendly as Dominical. they do have nicer shops and hotels with much better service but overall I've always preferred dominical

[@jeffreyobrock]

More video of areas would be nice... Use a gimbel and dont fast forward, it makes me dizzy 😵

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Thank you for your input Jeffrey! I have a lot more videos in the works ! Stay tuned!! :)

[@kobaltocr6927]

Jaco well pronounced Leran gringosss is possible make a little bit of effort

[@kiddtuffnuff]

how is it near the airport its at least a 2 hour ride and that doesnt include traffic

[@nycksw]

It's 90 minutes to the airport under normal traffic conditions. ("Near" means "near, relative to other parts of Costa Rica".)

[@kiddtuffnuff]

@@nycksw Ive made the trip in hour and 20 minites at 6 am on a sunday,comin home suday with traffic it takes forever,.The statement in question was that its close to the airport.Allejualla and herida is close to the airport .Jaco is not its a trek

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Well Jaco is the closest bigger beach town to the airport. and for Costa Rica, an hour and a half is not much compared to other locations which are amazing but may be 3+ hours from the airport like in the southern zone.

[@kiddtuffnuff]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife I hate to keep fighting you on this but close is a relative term.i lived in sanjose and worked in jaco for 20 years and I wouldnt use the term its close to the airport.The only thing I can give you is I really have to add on time to get downtown where I live and aslo I go back to where people needed to tack that sickening winding road old road up and down the mountain so possibly in realive terms people might consider it close to the airport.It really all depends on traffic ,so to me its not a very pleasant trip

[@bfpsu123]

@@SarahElenaDesignsLife ...one thing that surprised me the first time I arrived in San Jose and a few days later when I went to Jaco was how different the weather was in the two places. I didn’t realize San Jose was basically on a mountain..we left San Jose and it was about 68 degrees with low humidity, approximately two hours later in Jaco it was in the low 90’s and humid..I’ve read there are something like 24 different micro-climates in Costa Rica. The central valley weather is certainly way different than the beaches.

[@paulreportingliv]

Why is everyone wearing a mask outside in your video? Is it law or something?

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

It is not law. It is just personal preference. Some wear masks others do not.

[@alrent2992]

Brainwashed people in every country.

[@hokeywolf3416]

Just moved to Jaco with my wife. My friends say it's like bringing a hamburger to a smorgasbord.

[@MNDanno]

lol..i see what you did there ;)

[@patglennon9671]

Or an apple to a orchard

[@prime8nate]

Say it with me gringos, ha-COE. Stress the second syllable.

[@lisalavoie1857]

Sad , America is creeping in (Pizza Hut ) big hotel on beach) !!! 😌

[@danielqv]

Well, that PIzza Hut has been there for decades. We like the food options and it creates jobs, so no problem with us.

[@lisalavoie1857]

@@danielqv I guess living in America where there are no trees and greed and big companies take over everything so there’s no more mom and pop shops I guess I’m looking at it from a different prospective.

[@mike9913]

Is there prostitution?

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

Yes there is

[@jayrev9207]

Been there 4 times beach is awful and towns full of drugs and prostitution can’t wait to go back 😄

[@thomzydervelt5152]

Also film the town and not yourself. But keep going as it’s great to have a look around. You can narrate while filming the scenery.

[@daddybobb41]

Nice video but I really hate the (noise) music.

[@zoltanbozzay3797]

jaco,worst,place,iN,Costa,Rica.avoid,it,completely.

[@jayrev9207]

Great if you like drugs an hookers

[@stevesilver7437]

Music sucks with Talking!

[@bebelives]

These videos are why Jaco is getting ruined

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

I'm not sure I understand your comment...

[@Therealislandboyz]

Thank you 🙏

[@SarahElenaDesignsLife]

My pleasure!