tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post4221304279792265905..comments2023-09-18T23:02:12.241-07:00Comments on The Matrix of World Travel: Costa Rica-- the Positives and Negatives of Living There + Why We Chose to LeaveYour movie guru, Richardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09359713825295765545noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-575929701902953482022-04-20T13:16:14.835-07:002022-04-20T13:16:14.835-07:00lol- I'm a jerk for expressing opinions that d...lol- I'm a jerk for expressing opinions that differ from yours. You're also clearly a racist leftist. Feel bad for people like you, such misery. Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-15213902743896505382022-04-20T13:13:45.167-07:002022-04-20T13:13:45.167-07:00You're neither eloquent nor profound. I love h...You're neither eloquent nor profound. I love how in your previous comment, you describe "white men", and then likely accuse other people of being racist as you make it a priority to point out someone's skin. <br /><br />I'm a very happy person with a great life. Wishing better for you.Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-475263219595759972022-04-20T13:11:34.702-07:002022-04-20T13:11:34.702-07:00Hi Irina, nice to meet you online in this manner. ...Hi Irina, nice to meet you online in this manner. The vaccine mandates for children especially terrify me and my wife as we see no benefit to the kids, and definitely potential downside. We have moved to Mexico, where things are much more loose regarding the vaccine, enforcement of mask, etc. <br />We are still considering possibly moving back to the US, but to a state that values freedom (Florida, Texas, Idaho)Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-14380054467516971902022-04-20T13:09:57.074-07:002022-04-20T13:09:57.074-07:00I think that Costa Rica has a lot to offer, it'...I think that Costa Rica has a lot to offer, it's incredibly beautiful, and as nature lovers it was a huge draw for us. Thanks for your thoughtful comment, it is appreciatedRich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-56569345494981336362022-04-20T06:28:06.813-07:002022-04-20T06:28:06.813-07:00Thank you , Richard for the deep dive into CR affa...Thank you , Richard for the deep dive into CR affairs. Which country are you, guys, going? We have 4 kids, ages10 to 4, and are terrified about the vax mandates! You are experienced in living in different countries, could you, please, share, where you are going! Thanks again!<br />Irina C.Irina C.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01290228355453461202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-40254441953061787902022-04-19T16:25:29.533-07:002022-04-19T16:25:29.533-07:00I lived in CR 10 yrs. I loved it!! But everything ...I lived in CR 10 yrs. I loved it!! But everything u said, is very TRUE!!! Good Luck in Mexico. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17109567813996803657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-7616022081840518102022-04-19T06:10:16.522-07:002022-04-19T06:10:16.522-07:00Life is what you make it. Look in the mirror and s...Life is what you make it. Look in the mirror and see what others see.Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10337126506177729447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-55462417936730717952022-04-19T04:26:19.294-07:002022-04-19T04:26:19.294-07:00TICA: I must apologize for the jerk that wrote thi...TICA: I must apologize for the jerk that wrote this article. He is the reason we are leaving US. Its been a pleasant year with our crooked politician out of office. We have snakes that eat small mammals, we have drugs all over our government. A witness came forward recently reporting how he was invited to the politicians cocaine party. We have the white man that is upset about a "choice" to wear a mask, yet he is the same white man that voted to take away a woman's right to make decisions about her own body. You have a wonderful country and like any other country the workers are underpaid and the executives have the beach homes, yachts and plastic surgery and help assist in taking away our rights to voting and they kill the blacks and beat up the Asians. So TICO continue to love your wonderful country. I've had wonderful experiences every time I've been in CR. I go to dentist there as US is too expensive. I save thousands even after trip expenses. Love youMaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10337126506177729447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-2861764094176561052022-04-17T22:17:13.968-07:002022-04-17T22:17:13.968-07:00Kevy- thank you. I agree 100%Kevy- thank you. I agree 100%Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-72938928236929574042022-04-17T22:16:10.803-07:002022-04-17T22:16:10.803-07:00We fear CR is being destroyed by the political cla...We fear CR is being destroyed by the political class and globalists. I hope we are wrong!Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-90072214744829397572022-04-17T22:15:04.601-07:002022-04-17T22:15:04.601-07:00one of the few people who stands by their convicti...one of the few people who stands by their convictions and leaves America because they dislike the leader. That puts you in a different camp than all those who threatened to leave, and didn't. <br />I really should have mentioned the crime. Maybe I'll add it in. We did have one experience with it. <br />Hope you continue to enjoy the country. CheersRich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-11091121807792956842022-04-17T22:12:26.963-07:002022-04-17T22:12:26.963-07:00If I can share with you my prejudice.
I went into...If I can share with you my prejudice. <br />I went into the Syrian desert right before the country blew up - http://www.richtrek.com/2010/11/caught-in-syrian-sandstorm.html <br /><br />I got kicked out Russia and crossed the Mongolian border on foot-- http://www.richtrek.com/2014/11/crazy-journey-to-and-across.html (a great read) <br /><br />But my wife wanted to move to Mexico rather than Costa Rica originally, and I refused because of cartel activity. <br />Where we are is a tourist area, and super safe. This area is protected. However, the police/army do walk around with large guns. Reminds me of when I went to Colombia. <br />I did all these risky things in my travels, but was prejudiced against Mexico .... I'm loving it so far ...<br />Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-69465866941827934302022-04-17T22:08:24.278-07:002022-04-17T22:08:24.278-07:00my pleasure :)my pleasure :)Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-6280866795385384472022-04-17T22:08:08.405-07:002022-04-17T22:08:08.405-07:00thanks for enjoying :)thanks for enjoying :)Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-14665687298089067352022-04-17T18:08:41.356-07:002022-04-17T18:08:41.356-07:00Excellent read, Richard! Thanks for sharing!Excellent read, Richard! Thanks for sharing!Tony C.https://www.blogger.com/profile/18270219964707836333noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-83401698127964354882022-04-17T12:58:56.986-07:002022-04-17T12:58:56.986-07:00thanks for the info! thanks for the info! J Wailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01415059268404887609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-19191298277502461212022-04-17T12:58:37.097-07:002022-04-17T12:58:37.097-07:00Where in Mexico did you go? A concern to me about ...Where in Mexico did you go? A concern to me about Mexico is the cartel violence. What are your thoughts on that?J Wailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01415059268404887609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-27831455693124222202022-04-17T10:34:47.235-07:002022-04-17T10:34:47.235-07:00Yes & no.
Prices are, on average, twice what I...Yes & no.<br />Prices are, on average, twice what I paid in Florida. (Food, clothes,appliances, etc...) Rents, however are about 1/2. The place I'm in now would be well over $1,000.00/month in the states. I would have to pay extra for having pets and have my own furniture.<br />The CAJA system they have here for healthcare is a joke. <br />Unless you are a pensioner or have a great deal of money, trying to get residency is ridiculous.<br />Another thing not mentioned is crime. San Ramon in the Central Valley was reasonably safe, but it's getting bad here on the Nicoya Peninsula. The population is on the rise. Unfortunately, the crime rate goes up with that number.<br />The Ticos in San Ramon were very congenial & helpful. In this beach area, not so much. <br />I made the choice to leave the States because of D. Trump. I'm not sorry about that decision. I chose CR for many reasons & spent about 9 months researching before I moved.<br />All I can say now is Live & Learn.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13215616798642007214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-77019846232296346812022-04-17T10:30:27.759-07:002022-04-17T10:30:27.759-07:00Youre right you should of moved from pura vida , I...Youre right you should of moved from pura vida , I cant even begin to list the far worse problems with mexico specifically highlightening its corrupt political world interwined with drug lords which cause an astronomical amounts of deaths for the whole north american portion of this continent for no biggy there . Perhaps you should reconsider your written thoughts for they are not logically supporting your argumentative insights. Written by a COSTA <br />RICAN WHO LOVES HER COUNTRY DESPITE KNOWING ITS UNPERFECT FOR NO - THING IS .Ticahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06574507656514699566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-88308992031940336102022-04-17T07:32:55.207-07:002022-04-17T07:32:55.207-07:00You are absolutely right. Monkeys and the slots ar...You are absolutely right. Monkeys and the slots are like a house with a view. @ weeks after you don't give a damn, or you will hate the monkeys guts for stealing your car keys or your 5000$ camera. The "Obligativity" about Covid hoax, piss me of the most, of course, I am not a fan of overpriced merchendise. But the " BEST" is yet to come. Do you guys know who the new Prez is???? A World bank guy with 30 years "experience" in destroying economies and cointries. Wait and you will see. I hope I am wrong. Look at all the countries that "baited" into the "help" from IMF and World Bank. They are all done. Bought and paid for. When these white collar Mafia, will finish with CR, the Ticos won't own not even their monkeys.Romyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01604525528164099697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-32953959601714908932022-04-17T07:27:09.092-07:002022-04-17T07:27:09.092-07:00I am growing vegetable, fruits and chicken, I paid...I am growing vegetable, fruits and chicken, I paid a fraction of the cost for a house with a casita and about 3 acres, all flat. Beer cost 40 cents, a Toyota Hilux brand new at the door diesel 4x4 cost me 25,500$. I like the monkeys and the slots but not that much. We know CR, as we own property there. We will sell it and sayonara<br />Romyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01604525528164099697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-39332769359995691392022-04-17T07:14:29.444-07:002022-04-17T07:14:29.444-07:00My wife really wanted to grow her veggies and rais...My wife really wanted to grow her veggies and raise chickens. She really did. What ultimately moved us away was their insistence of vaxxing kids and the ridiculous bureaucracy. Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-63712841108797316002022-04-17T07:13:16.874-07:002022-04-17T07:13:16.874-07:00so glad you do! CR has great air, great nature ......so glad you do! CR has great air, great nature ... I disagree on the food however :) Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-31777355766220668302022-04-17T07:12:23.396-07:002022-04-17T07:12:23.396-07:00The government does want expats there, because we ...The government does want expats there, because we pay for many things with our taxes and have harder currency. I found it expensive and frustrating. I still loved aspects of the country however. Rich Trekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219157151368948682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4210360365685006365.post-90014775934864711022022-04-17T06:33:54.008-07:002022-04-17T06:33:54.008-07:00Getting a vaccine sis a choice and should never be...Getting a vaccine sis a choice and should never be forced on anyone especially children who are unaffected by Covid. THe vaccine was not as billed from the start it protects against infection NO IT DOES NOT..You won't get Covid YES YOU CAN STILL GET COVID IF VAXXED...Now more boosters tells me the vaxx doesn't work real well so stop mandating itKevyKevhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14777004874808939646noreply@blogger.com