Don’t Leave for Your Costa Rica Scouting Trip without THIS Guide
If you’re considering relocating to or investing in Costa Rica, then an important step we recommend is taking an extended trip, as long as possible, to explore the area and everything it has to offer.
Sure you read those occasional stories about the guy who got a hankering, got on the internet, bought a property sight unseen, sold all his belongings, moved to the tropics, and never looked back.
Unfortunately, stories like that are the exception, not the rule. The reason being, there’s just no substitute for seeing and experiencing a country, a region, a city, even a neighborhood for yourself before you make any major life-altering decisions.
But if you haven’t been to Costa Rica before, or at least not since you honeymooned at that all-inclusive resort many moons ago, then how do you know which areas to visit, where to stay, what to eat, etc.? The answer? Ask a local.
The Guidebook That’s Just Like Having a Real, Live Tour Guide
There are plenty of books and websites that will claim to tell you everything you need to see and do in Costa Rica. If you’ve read any, you’ll probably even notice (spoiler alert)…they’re usually all the same.
Why? Because half the people who write those things have never even been to those places or eaten at those restaurants. They’re recommending what they’re told to recommend or what 10 other people have already written about and recommended. Don’t fall for it.
What’s better is to rely on local sources, natives, or even other expats. They know the hole-in-the wall restaurants, the best dish that’s not on the menu, and the day of the week when you should steer clear because it’s “gringo night.”
So, now you’re probably thinking “But I don’t know anybody in Costa Rica.” Well, that’s not a problem. Because our friend Camille Willemain has written an incredible ebook called “The Ultimate Guide to Costa Rica.” It’s a great resource, and I highly recommend that you check it out if you’re planning on visiting Costa Rica.
Experience Costa Rica Like a Local
Even if you aren’t already planning a trip in the near future, this ebook might just be enough to convince you to book a flight. It’s full of tips and recommendations, as well as some really amazing photos.
In the book you’ll find everything from which beaches you absolutely cannot miss seeing to how to stay safe and healthy when you’re traveling in Costa Rica. The author has even outlined detailed two-week itineraries for experiencing the best of Costa Rica’s beaches, wildlife, or the Caribbean coast…a tremendous help for someone who wants to pack a whole lot into a single trip.
And the sights, tastes, and experiences highlighted in this guidebook aren’t your typical touristy attractions and hangouts. They’re places where you can get an authentic Costa Rican experience and truly immerse yourself in the culture and lifestyle, just like a local.
Take it From An Expert
The author is a self-proclaimed expert on Costa Rica, and I would have to say that’s a fair statement. She’s traveled all over the country and seen pretty much everything there is to see. When I read her advice about the best places to visit in Costa Rica I could tell…this girl knows her stuff.
This ebook is the perfect starting point for someone who’s considering a new life in Costa Rica. It’ll help you skip all the tourist traps and see firsthand what living in Costa Rica is really like. Give it a read. Then get to planning! Your pure life awaits you.
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