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San José, Costa Rica, Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, Vol. 12, No. 25
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view from pourch
An evening View from George’s Puriscal home

The Relocation/Retirement tour with the
 *HIGHEST SUCCESS RATE
OF RELOCATION*

 (as reported by the moving companies)
Visit many rental options to actually experience the price/amenity options available in more of the areas chosen by Expats for security, comfort, and quality of life.

Meet many Expats who are willing to share their experiences and how the tour has value long after the “lust” wears off.
See how to choose a Retirement tour video by past guest!
http://www.vimeo.com/5656822

Ask the others what you get for your money, and then compare the quality of accommodations, quality, quantity and variety of food and drink to measure the best value for your money.

Learn how others “talk the talk” and learn who really can “walk the walk”

Please visit my Web site  to contact my references.
George Lundquist, retirement, relocation columnist, Guide & Developer/Builder. george@glundquist.com

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medical tourism



Vacation, travel and hospitality

Mead Brown
MEAD BROWN
Rent villas, homes, and condos for your Costa Rica vacation.
Daily housekeeping, WiFi and concierge services included.
Visit us at Costa Rica Vacation Rentals.
7277-3/2/12

Costa Rica’s #1 Time –Tested Relocation/Retirement Tours
Christopher Howard's Award-winning Combination Relocation/Retirement Tour.  NO other retirement tour offers MORE options...MORE areas visited, MORE information and a LONGER fact-filled tour for your money. Winner of the 2010 

Latin America-Asia Travel Excellence Award for the BEST and most unique tour in Latin America. RETIREMENT/ RELOCATION TOUR SELECTION PROCESS. This  is the  ONLY relocation/retirement tour really APPROVED with a LEGAL tour guide to operate in Costa Rica by the government’s Institute of Tourism ICT (license number DL-658-2004) in 2004. ALL tours are personally led by Christopher Howard, the author of the perennial best-selling ”New Golden Door to Retirement and Living in Costa Rica,” the most read authority on living and retiring in 
with Max
Costa Rica,  and who has personally helped over 10,000  people with ALL BUDGETS relocate SUCCESSFULLY over the last 31 years. CUSTOM TAILOR-MADE TOURS are also available for people with special needs or who can’t take one of our fixed-date tours. ALL tours include EXTENSIVE touring and a highly informative SEMINAR by the country’s most renowned EXPERTS in their respective fields.  Also visit: Live in Costa Rica to check out our NEW tour prices and specials. See a video about  Chris Howard’s Book and Tours Costa Rica HERE! Customer satisfaction 100% guaranteed!
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Howard Spanish cover


NOW YOU CAN SPEAK SPANISH
LIKE A COSTA RICAN
ALL you need to handle most daily situation. ALL of the Tico slang you cannot find in a dictionary. Practical pronunciation exercises to help you lose your Gringo accent. Social situations and everything else you need to know in the #1 Best-selling “Christopher Howard’s Official Guide to Costa Rica Spanish.”  Also see our #1 Web site on Google www.costaricaspanish.net  for FREE Spanish lessons. eBook available through www.escapeartist.com
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YOU NEED THIS!
550-pages thoroughly researched, well written, easy to use and covers EVERYTHING you need to know about real estate in Costa Rica. By Costa Rica’s
 MOST read author of best sellers, Christopher Howard.
* “If you have any questions about buying, renting or building property in Costa Rica, Christopher Howard’s real estate book is a must read.
- Adam William, Tico Times Real Estate
\Supplement Feb 26, 2010
* “The most comprehensive guide to buying real estate in Costa Rica and, indeed, in any Latin American country.”
- Peronet Depeignes, former economic
correspondent, Fortune Magazine
* “Mr. Howard could be the Buddha of Costa Rica real estate. You don’t have to be enlightened to see how much work and wisdom have gone into this book.”
- Perry Garfinkel, longtime
New York Times contributor
Real Estate Guide

Howard new book
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Want to Live in Costa Rica? Read this book!
The new 680-page 16th edition of Christopher Howard’s perennial bestseller, “New Golden Door to Retirement and Living in Costa Rica,” candidate for the prestigious Benjamin Franklin Award for Publishing Excellence. The  purpose of this guidebook is to help people of all ages and budgets move to Costa Rica successfully, seamlessly and make their dreams come true. Virtually everything potential residents need to know is covered along with a list of valuable contacts and resources. Christopher Howard is Costa Rica’s most read authority on living and retirement. “People who read this book before coming here often know more about Costa Rica than many long-term residents,” according to the Association of Residents of Costa Rica (ARCR). See it HERE!   eBook available through www.escapeartist.com
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Arenal Volcano Cabin Retreat
Steve and Debbie Legg
Toll Free: 1-888-828-9245       In Costa Rica: (506)-2478-0023 or 8333-6863

Our Vision at Leaves and Lizards Arenal Volcano Cabin Retreat is to create the perfect blend of Adventure, Discovery and Tranquility for each guest.  Plan an Adventure zooming along a zip line high in the canopy or horseback riding though forests, farms and rivers. Discover the magical wonders of the flora and fauna of Costa Rica. Experience Tranquility in one of our cabins tucked in our 26 acres. Located in Monterrey, San Carlos, in the mountains above Fortuna, we enjoy spectacular, panoramic views of the Arenal Volcano and its lava flow. Please see our Web site for more information. www.leavesandlizards.com or e-mail us at leavesandlizards@gmail.com.
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Bilingual tour guide with  a 4-door automobile available 
I am a bilingual tour guide (Spanish/English Costa Rican/American citizen) located in San Jos and I am available for tours or airport transfer 24/7 days a week to any part of the country, Safe, reliable, mature, experienced and very have plenty of knowledge and experience in Costa Rica, I have been doing business over 20 years here in Costa Rica. I have travelled to over 30 countries worldwide so I have an understanding how it feels to be in a foreign culture I can help you navigate thru the hurdles. Comfortable 4-door automobile with AC, 4x4 truck or van is optional
Services include
   • Tours any part of the country;
   • Business advisor if you want to start a business (I have owned several businesses
          in Costa Rica);
   • Real Estate rentals help can help you find a rental and rent your place for you,
          Property management, house sitting or care;
   • General adviser, information about living in Costa Rica;
I can cater my services to your business needs: General business, travel, vacation info
Email:  sjomia@hotmail.com
Costa Rica Phone: (506) 8993-9849  USA Phone Number (323) 319-2217    
Hotmail Messenger:  sjomia Skype username:  john8230424
*All services must be prepaid. We accept cash and bank transfers. We also accept credit cards. There is a 4% charge on all credit cards
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Sunset Mountain Rentals
Medical & dental rehab, vacation or retirement starts here!
Best central location while you rest after surgery & only 15 minutes from SJO Airport. Spend first two nights at facility near your doctor then experience Sunset Mountain. Best 360-view of entire San Jose Valley, Poás & Pacific Coast from our unique Upper Deck Lounge. 2 acres of lawn, fruit trees, butterfly garden & exotic birds. Quiet neighborhood- yet country atmosphere.  Ambiance warning . . . may have occasional rooster or parrot wakeup call!  Close to Poás, Zoo Ave, La Paz, Sarchi, Alajuela, La Garita, Zarcero, casino, malls & more Tours available to entire country from our front door. Walk to bus, stores & 5 restaurants.  No car needed. Reasonable English-speaking drivers. Private residence with only two rentals: Each apartment has two fully furnished rooms, one bedroom w/comfy queen bed, full bath, living room, cooking kitchen, breakfast bar, TV,  phone, total property H S Wireless, DVD, books, laundry and everything you need. We are peaceful, private, gated & secure with lots of parking. 80 degree days/60 cool nights. No hot/humid weather here! In addition to Upper Deck Lounge to enjoy sunset cocktails & music, we have a nice  Top of mountain
poas view
Alajuela kitchen
covered patio with additional outside kitchen & barbeque grill. Coffee, tea and fixings provided in your room for entire stay & full breakfast available. Reasonable full body massage therapist & nail care specialist will come to your room by appointment & hair care nearby. Why stay in crowded hotel room or bed and breakfast with strangers when you can live the good life at Sunset Mountain? Bring Suitcase & Toothbrush! Apt Rate  $75 Single/ $85 Dbl   "AM Special"  Stay 7 nights/Get one Free! 1 Room Rental $60 Single/$65 Dbl.  All Units 3 night min stay-Prefer Weekly. 14 years in Costa Rica and will help plan your vacation or medical  Email:    janne5741@ymail.com     Message @ US 386-256-6884  or local   506- 2441-9260     CostaRicaSunsetRentals.com
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Costa Rica Fishing Experts
Customized, upscale fishing packages & Costa Rica fishing vacations designed by 100% local experts. Call Toll Free: 1-866-901-0683
7120-10/31/12

Panama Vacations
Custom, all-inclusive vacations to Panama by 100% locally based experts in Panama.  See "the new Costa Rica" before the secret gets out!  We offer customized trips to the best all inclusive Panama hotels and Panama resorts. Call 1-866-393-4192 if from the U.S. or 00 (507)-264-1279 from Costa Rica.
7118-112/21/12

Costa Rica Vacations
Customized, all inclusive Costa Rica vacations planned by our team of in-country travel experts. Call us Toll Free: 1-800-606-1860 or locally in San Jose: 2296-7715. Sit back and relax while we plan your trip or dream Costa Rica Honeymoon.
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Ready For a Vacation to Costa Rica?
Customized vacation packages to Costa Rica planned by our team of in-country travel experts. Call us Toll Free: 1-800-606-1860 or locally in San Jose: 2296-7715. You can sit back and relax while we plan your dream Costa Rica Vacation.
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Affordable and Authentic Costa Rica Vacation Packages!
Nature Vacations offers anything from short visa runs to Nicaragua or Panama to full
length personalized travel itineraries.Visit our Web site to learn more  about this
Natura Air fores path
 beautiful country or chat live with one of our travel designers for expert advice for your next vacation to Costa Rica,
Panama or Nicaragua.
1-888-280-9734
(506) 2299-6000
www.naturevacations.com
Natura Air bathers
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HRG logo
It's time for you to enjoy the Costa Rican vacation experience of a lifetime in the most beautiful destination in the tropics. Let our team of vacation specialists plan the ideal itinerary for your next escape, take advantage of Green Season Specials for July to November or start planning the ultimate holiday escape and join us
Christmas and New Year's.

The new highway from the San Jose International airport
to the Central Pacific Coast is finally open making
the drive just one hour from the airport to Los Suenos Resort & Marina. Come join in the fun and experience the ultimate destination for Sport fishing, Adventure Tours, River Rafting, Relaxation, and more.

Visit us at HRGcr.com to find out more
Free Call from USA : 1.888.409.4581
Inside Costa Rica : +506 2637.8484
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Squaremouth travel insurance



Here's reasonable medical care
Costa Rica's world class medical specialists are at your command. Get the top care for much less than U.S. prices. It is really a great way to spend a vacation. See our list of recommended professionals HERE!amcr-prom


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