Posted by Saul Rasminsky
People
who have lived their whole lives under the shadow of a huge
metropolis, nourished by the dynamic energy of bustling streets and
fast-paced days, more often than not inevitably seek out a more quiet
and serene destination to live out the rest of their non-working
lives. If you are one of these people, look no further than one of
the richest coasts in Central America, renowned for its natural
beauty and quiet splendor: Costa Rica.
Americans in the Heart of the
Americas
A Marketwatch.com article about an
American expat couple conveys the sentiments why many people, at
retirement, go looking for real estate for sale in Costa Rica.
They
considered the southern U.S. and Mexico, but ultimately opted for
Costa Rica in part because of the natural beauty, the decent and
affordable health care and the “friendly people—both expats and
Ticos,” says Gloria. They liked that the country has had a stable
democracy for years, says Paul: “We just wouldn’t feel
comfortable in a place where the government is unstable or there is a
strong anti-American sentiment.”
An Oasis amidst Caribbean Chaos
Statistics presented from studies in
Britain’s International Centre for Prison Studies have shown that
Caribbean states closely approach the top ten countries with the most
number of incarcerations. While Costa Rica borders the Pacific Ocean
and the Caribbean Sea, the country is quite peaceful and law abiding,
compared to its neighbors (it has been so, in fact, since 1949).
Glorious Green and Wonderful
Wildlife
Costa Rica’s natural beauty is
unlike any other in the world – from the hidden treasures of the
Caribbean deeps to the lush, untamed jungles and exalted mountains.
There you can tour the Tortuguero Canals to see the mysteries of life
amongst the swamplands, or trek atop Chirripo Mountain, the largest
in the country.
A Pinch of Convenience for Flavor
You’d be wrong to suppose that a
place as nature-oriented as Costa Rica wouldn’t have the ordinary
convenience of everyday life. As a matter of fact, dependable taxis,
high-speed internet, and an affordable health care system are highly
functional in the country.
With all of these perks packed in a
neat, small, but fiercely beautiful bundle of a country that is Costa
Rica, it’s no wonder that many retirees check
out Costa Rica real estate for sale
from companies like Dominical Real Estate. How about you, have you
thought of your ultimate retirement destination?
(Article
Information and Image from Retire
Here, Not There: Costa Rica,
Market
Watch)