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Canadian looking for information about Costa Rica
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Registration: 07 February 2012
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Volunteering in Costa Rica by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Costa Rica? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
I too have found that when searching for somewhere to volunteer I have found that they want me to pay to do that. For example, I've been spending two months in Potrero each winter and when I inquired about volunteering to help kids after ... Read More
Driving in Costa Rica by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Costa Rica? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excessÂ… what are the characteristics of the driving ...
I agree that driving in San Jose leaves much to be desired, however I cope quite well everywhere else by using the philosophy that 'everyone else has the right of way'. :) Read More
Moving a pet successfully to Costa Rica? by Ruby on the Road
Hi- My boyfriend and I are actively considering moving to Costa Rica at the end of the year. Our dogs are our kids and moving without them is not an option. I have looked in to pet relocation, which seems like the safest option, but the quote was ...
I believe that either checked baggage or cargo is fine. My dog needs to go cargo because of the size / weight of him and his crate. Checked baggage is cheaper for a smaller dog. My dog and crate combined weigh about 150 lbs. Depending on where ... Read More
Moving a pet successfully to Costa Rica? by Ruby on the Road
Hi- My boyfriend and I are actively considering moving to Costa Rica at the end of the year. Our dogs are our kids and moving without them is not an option. I have looked in to pet relocation, which seems like the safest option, but the quote was ...
Just back from a fantastic 2 1/2 months in Costa Rica with my long-haired German Shepherd dog. It was the best vacation ever. However, huge travel issues with the dog. We flew Toronto / Miami / Liberia with American Airlines for $200 but they ... Read More