Costa Rica
Was wondering if there are any other pros in Costa Rica. I just booked an apartment in the city center (near the Sabanna) for somewhat cheap (~800/month), will be staying there at least 3 month starting in May. The flight was dirt cheap as well.
What should I know? How is cost of living (groceries, gyms, dinners etc.) apart from rent? Is there an expat culture or is Spanish heavily required (I am learning 😀 ). How is the culture towards foreigners and what should I expect in terms of live poker?
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There’s a good expat community, especially in places like Escazú and Santa Ana, so you’ll find people who speak English. But having some Spanish under your belt will definitely make things easier and more fun.
There’s a good expat community, especially in places like Escazú and Santa Ana, so you’ll find people who speak English. But having some Spanish under your belt will definitely make things easier and more fun.
Live poker is around, but it's not super common. The Sheraton in Escazú and Casino Taormina in the city center are the main spots. The games aren't huge, but they’re there if you want to play. If you’re thinking of exploring a bit, you might want to check out costaelena.com. It’s a quiet and beautiful place on the northwest coast, perfect if you want to get out of the city for a while.
