La Pura Vida

Living “La Pura Vida” (the pure life) is one reason Costa Rica has become one of the most popular places in the world for North American retirees and expats to relocate. This beautiful country lures people to pack their belongings and reinvent their lives in Costa Rica.

Compared to many other countries in Central America, Costa Rica enjoys far more political and economic stability and has a moderate growth rate. It’s a democratic country, and that doesn’t seem likely to change. In addition, it has a relatively low cost of living to make it even more convenient, allowing even those with moderate incomes to live in relative comfort. In recent years, Costa Rica has also become the hub of a thriving technology sector. It is a vast country of rolling mountains, open plains, and lush river valleys. Known as the Switzerland of Central America, Costa Rica has no military, which has allowed military budgets to be diverted to the growth priorities of education, the environment, tourism, and health care. Costa Rica has a stable economy and currency, allowing residents to plan their costs and maintain their budgets safely.

We first came to Costa Rica on a cruise ship; then we just started vacationing and thought we might we want to live here when we retire. We were blown away by Arenal Hills. The craftsmanship of the homes was mind-blowing. It’s a beautiful property with rainforest and waterfalls where we have seen sloths, toucans, and blue jean frogs. If you love wildlife, it’s all here. You never have two days the same when you are here. People have so much pride in their country, and it’s well-deserved. They have done a beautiful job of protecting the environment and caring for what they have. I love the Pura Vida. We are so at peace in Arenal Hills.”

Sandy and Doug Guenter Arenal Hills