We have compiled for Tropisphere fans a list of news and articles written by us over the past few years, so that you can be as informed as possible about buying and selling Costa Rica real estate.
We will continually add new material and try to update the old articles as laws and circumstances change here in Costa Rica.
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Santa Ana, Costa Rica
by Geoff McCabe There are many beautiful suburbs of San Jose in which you can choose to live. Among the most popular are Santa Ana, Escazu, Ciudad Colon, and Belen. These are all located on the West side of the city, just 10–15 minutes away from the center of San Jose, and just 20 minutes from the Juan ...
San Antonio de Belen
by Geoff McCabe Belen, which is part of the Grand Metropolitan Area and a canton of Heredia, is a safe and peaceful area, conveniently located in the Central Valley, less than 10 minutes from Juan Santamaria International Airport and with easy access to San Jose Center, Alajuela, Heredia and the famous Escazu and Santa Ana suburbs. San Antonio, ...
Tambor
by Geoff McCabe Welcome to Tambor, a Beach Town on Whale Bay / Bahia Ballena Tambor is most noted for its breathtaking bay named Bahia Bellena, or “Whale Bay”, which is embraced by 4 miles of palm lined sandy beach. Every year whales migrate to the area to give birth, mate and nurture their new offspring from the ...
Santiago
by Geoff McCabe Santiago is a very beautiful ridge that has spectacular views of the valley and oceans. To the north it’s especially great, with extensive views all the way to the large mountains in the north. Not many people live here, and of this writing (early 2013) there are still parts of the road that don’t have ...
Playa Hermosa
by Geoff McCabe Playa Hermosa lies just north of Santa Teresa, and is known for its long, broad, (usually) uncrowded beach, with a great beach break and point break for surfing. Most of the Playa Hermosa area near the beach is owned by a handful of people who have no interest in selling, which is keeping the area ...
Santa Teresa
by Geoff McCabe Santa Teresa, Costa Rica is all about surfing. From beach-side hammock hotels catering to backpacking surfers, to wealthy California surfers living the good life, Santa Teresa has them all. If you’re coming to Santa Teresa, chances are you’re here to surf or at least enjoy the waves. Unlike the Malpais beaches south of the crossroads, ...
Malpais
by Geoff McCabe Costa Rica’s famous Malpais is considered to be a surfer’s paradise, offering beach living at its best. The beaches of Malpais and Santa Teresa are interconnected by miles of beautiful white sand. The waves here are strong in both areas, making it ideal for surf and sea sport. The surfing here has become legendary, and ...
Cabuya
by Geoff McCabe Cabuya, a Remote Costa Rica Beach Town Cabuya is a lesser known town south of Montezuma on the gulf side of the peninsula. The gateway to Cabo Blanco National Park, Cabuya is less expensive than Montezuma or Malpais, but within a quick drive of both. Cabuya has a lot to offer besides the national park. ...
Southern Nicoya Peninsula
The southern Nicoya Peninsula is a land of beauty and one of opportunity. This region contrasts with any other in the Guanacaste- it is different in its natural habitat, climate and lifestyle. Hosting three natural park reserves, all home to unique species of wildlife, the southern Nicoya stands alone. There is a micro-climate in this ...
Montezuma, Costa Rica
by Geoff McCabe MONTEZUMA IS A VERY SPECIAL PLACE… Today, Montezuma has become a desirable destination for people from all over the world. Recently, the Lonely Planet placed Montezuma on its list as one of the safest and most beautiful beaches in all of Costa Rica. What makes Montezuma so unique is its strong and growing international community. ...