Questions about the Whale Coast
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone considering relocating to Costa Rica wants to find out everything they can about the country and the specific area/region that they prefer. Many people educate themselves through Christopher Howard`s book The New Golden Door… or by attending one of his tours.
Christopher, who has been a great friend and mentor since 1996 brings his tour groups to our S.P.R.E.S. office in Uvita, located in the Costa Ballena region in South West Costa Rica. He loves this area of the country and likes to familiarize his clients with the lifestyle here. Through working with him and clients from Robert Shannon´s Lifestyle Property Tours, plus our many clients, I have become aware of their most common concerns.
Here are the most frequently asked questions our clients have asked
- What conveniences and amenities are available and lacking?
- What will my expenses be? Is the cost of living less expensive?
- Should I buy a turn-key house or build a dream home?
- Is it easy to make friends and what activities and sports can I get involved with?
- Are there many language problems and cultural differences?
- Is it easy to bring my pets?
- What about safety and crime?
- Do I need a 4 wheel drive?
- Are there any business opportunities?
- Are property management services for my house offered?
- Will friends and family visit?
- How is the medical care?
To address these issues, Christopher Howard and S.P.R.E.S. have designed a Tour specific to this region. It is a 5 night/6 day all inclusive package. It includes an introduction to the area a familiarization of the properties and lifestyles of residents, and a seminar on relocation. Anyone considering this change should also consider signing up for this exciting trip.
However I would like to give you more knowledge by answering some of the questions over the next few entries.
