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What’s better for you as a potential expat/immigrant in Costa Rica? To get Costa Rica residency or to continue doing visa runs every six months? The answer depends on you. One certain thing...
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Are you planning on traveling Central America solo? These wellness travel tips for women blend safety, relaxation, and real experiences.Central America’s got a lot going for it with its ancient ruins, tropical...
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A country-by-country guide to Starlink in Central America: Where it works, where it doesn’t, and what it means for expats and nomads.Internet in Central America certainly isn’t the headache it used to...
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What’s the best Central American country for travel? You know, for taking a vacation in or exploring as a tourist? We asked AI platforms ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini, and Grok what they...
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We asked AI platforms ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini, and Grok the same question: “What’s the best Central American country to live in?” Their answers reveal fascinating differences in analysis style and accuracy.Unless...
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February is a prime time for many spots in the tropics and the Southern Hemisphere. Below are some of your smartest February trip options. Click the black buttons below to connect with a...
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Statistics matter and how statistics are presented matter. In this annually updated article, we talk about how the Costa Rica homicide rate in 2024 compared with its Central American neighbors (and also...
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John SeetooFebruary 22, 2025 at 12:11 PMRed (2010) and Red 2 (2013) were a pair of action comedies starring Bruce Wilis, Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren and John Malkovich as a team of...
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We list the most English-speaking countries in Central America from the easiest and most obvious on down. If you’re finding Spanish difficult, this article might be for you.A few of our articles...
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How long can you expect to stay in the country with a Costa Rica tourist visa? Is the 180-day stay an automatic given for tourists and perpetual tourists?“I had to have an...
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Your guide to duty-free shopping in Central America. Learn about the Golfito and Corozal Free Zones in Costa Rica and Belize, plus airport and frontier shopping.Central America has never been a great...
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I’ll be honest: I don’t think the backlash against Americans in Latin America is as bad as some claim. But let’s talk about it anyway.Every few months, Twitter and TikTok explode with...
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What does retirement look like for you? For many, as the golden years approach, it could mean spending their retirement in serene overseas locations, basking in the sun, and enjoying a slower...
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The Social Security Administration has temporarily suspended the benefits of some of the 700,000 retirees that live outside of the U.S. If you were impacted by the suspension, there are steps you...
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I’m a huge fan of winter travel—a specific type of winter travel, that is. From December through February, I’m prone to plan trips to places like Sweden, Poland, and Germany. Where I...
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The U.S. Department of State regularly updates travel advisories to help American citizens make informed decisions when traveling abroad. In December 2024, several countries were flagged for various safety and security concerns....
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In this article we look at Central America New Year traditions, from Belize’s broom jumping to Panama’s Año Viejo burning. A guide to celebrations in all seven countries.As December ends, Central America’s...
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A guide to Central America drone laws, covering regulations, restrictions, and requirements for all seven countries in the region.Drones have become essential tools for both recreational and professional use, from capturing vacation...
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Over 7,700 people have died from dengue fever in the Americas and the Caribbean in 2024, making the highest toll in over 40 years. This alarming figure underscores the need to implement...
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This article provides a country-by-country guide to the most crypto-friendly countries in Central America for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency enthusiasts.Cryptocurrency has revolutionized global finance over the past decade, offering a decentralized alternative...
