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I have several concerns related to this topic. I agree, the reason that most people choose CR is because of its natural beauty, the people, politics, stable economy, and un-westernized yet modern “paradise-like” living. But how long will it last with all the foreign money coming in?
I would hate to see CR go the way of so many other Latin American places that gradually change from tropical paradises with a modicom of self-sufficiency (or at least independance) to an over-developed, touristed-out, corporate-US dependant nation, with its natural resources pillaged, eco-systems destroyed through over-building and under-planning, and a resentful native population that have become 2nd class citizens in their own country.
Will this happen in CR? I don’t know. I pray that the CR government is strong and independant enough to stop it from happening (by denying development permits at the expense of their forests and environment). I hope that foreigner and ex-pats care enough about the place that they are moving to, that they try to assimilate by learning the language, respecting the culture and people, do not look to be separate, and “live in their private communities.”
You know that foreign corporations won’t care about preserving the environmental or cultural damage. Their only concern is the bottom line.
Both peoples, natives and foreigners must take responsibility in protecting CR. Will that mean that fewer tourist resorts will be built in order to preserve land? Will those developments cost more? Of course. Is it worth it? I think so. Will that actually happen? Looking at all the “vegas-like” condos and gated communities that are going up…… it doesn’t look good.
Hi Mr. Di.
Congrats on your property. I read your post and it sounds like, overall, you had a good experience. You’re a little north of the area that I am initially interested in (still doing my research), but it sounds like there is a good community of folk.
I look forward to chatting in the future.
GREAT posting. Thanx, David for all those figures. Scott, I look forward to anymore info you can collect. Trying to find international financing has been a challenge.
Marie.
You’re going to have a great time. I look forward to hearing about your adventures and discoveries. Have you decided where in CR you will visit?
Marie
Hi Scott.
I just meant that I’m looking forward to reading about everyone’s experiences in the different forums. I’ve just started my research so I don’t have any specific questions yet – a lot of reading to do before I start asking for details. I look forward to reading your book.
I was in CR in 2001 (waaaay too long ago for my liking!) and fell in love immediately. I have been to San Jose, Heredia, Fortuna, Liberia and Playa Samara.
Thanx so much for your reply and this website!
Talk to you soon.
Marie
