A WARNING TO OUR ADVERTISERS: There are some low characters who respond to classified ads with an offer to purchase advertised items with a check in excess of the listed price. The idea is to trick an advertiser into sending them their change before the advertiser realizes the "cashier's check" or "certified check" is a fake. These creatures use computers to generate many e-mail messages a day. Our readers and advertisers are too smart for this ploy, but we suggest you invite them to send you the check immediately via Federal Express at the highest rate.







HOME CAREGIVER




FOR YOUR ELDERLY LOVE ONES, DISABLED, POST-HOSPITAL CARE, AND LONG-TERM ILLNESSES
 



Companera/Companion brings decades of experience in home care with successful, long-operating home care companies in Asia and Europe.

  • First professional, doctor-and nurse-managed home caregiving services in Costa Rica.


  • We aren't new to home care. The founders of Companera / Companion created highly successful home care companies and nursing homes in Southeast Asia and Europe.


  • We have been serving clients since 2005, including initially developing retirement communities in the San Ramon area of Costa Rica.


  • Trained and experienced caregivers, nurses, and doctors available.


  • We cover a wide range of needs from basic companionship for elderly people to those with illnesses, cancers, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, stroke recovery, Palliative care, disabilities, and post-hospital recovery at home.


  • Beyond home caregiving, we offer nursing services, including wound care, and in-home doctor visits.


Visit our website: HomeCareCR.co

Email: hola@homecarecr.co 

For the fastest response, please WhatsApp us: 8321-5035 

Facebook: CRHomecare 

Filling in this form will help us serve you better. It only takes two minutes.


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MUSIC FESTIVAL




COSTA RICA BLUES FESTIVAL




The Costa Rica Blues Festival is one of the country's most recognized cultural music events, an annual celebration that has evolved over the years while staying true to its core mission: bringing world-class blues to Costa Rica, supporting charitable causes, and creating a warm, welcoming space for community and culture.



The festival was born in Escazú in 2008, where it introduced many local music lovers to international blues talent. As it grew, the event moved to Guanacaste, attracting a new audience and expanding its impact with larger outdoor productions and continued support from the expat community. Now, for its special 10th Anniversary edition, the festival returns closer to San José, taking place in Grecia, reaffirming its commitment to accessibility, cultural sharing, and community engagement.



This year's anniversary lineup promises to be one of the most exciting in the festival's history. The stage will shine with the powerful and soulful voice of Terrie Odabie, the high-energy showmanship of JC Smith, the raw harmonica-driven blues of Mikey Junior, the electrifying guitar fireworks of Tommy Z, and the tight, modern Texas blues of Sparky Parker. Joining them are many more exceptional musicians from both the United States and Costa Rica, creating a truly unforgettable all-day musical experience. Their presence ensures a dynamic blend of blues styles, from classic to contemporary, inviting audiences of all ages to dance, enjoy, and immerse themselves in the rhythm.



Throughout its history, the festival has consistently featured acclaimed blues artists from abroad alongside talented Costa Rican musicians, offering a full-day musical journey from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The event includes nonstop live music, dancing, great food and drinks, and a friendly atmosphere that draws both locals and the large expat population living in the Central Valley.



A defining element of the Costa Rica Blues Festival has always been its dedication to giving back. Over the years, proceeds have supported local charities, community programs, and cultural initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a celebration with heart and purpose.



This year's edition will be held at Club Campestre Griego in Grecia, an ideal venue thanks to its spacious green areas, plentiful parking, swimming pool, family-friendly layout, and the excellent February weather that makes outdoor events especially enjoyable. The relaxed, open-air setting enhances the festival's trademark vibe: warm, vibrant, and deeply connected to Costa Rica's natural beauty.



With a decade-long legacy, the Costa Rica Blues Festival remains a cultural highlight, uniting music lovers, families, and expats for a day of blues, community, and celebration.



For more information, please visit the Costa Rica Blues website

Facebook: Costa Rica Blues Festival

Get Your Tickets:

Online At Tiquetebox  

Mike Music Store is located in Plaza Grecia, El Ingenio, Grecia

Phone: +506 8370 1415

Email: info@mikemusicstore.com

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HOTELS & CLUBS




DISCOVER THE ALL-NEW

TRES VOLCANES GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB






Formerly known as the Papagayo Golf Course, Tres Volcanes Golf & Country Club has been completely remodeled and under new ownership, offering golfers and visitors a memorable experience in the same unbeatable location!

Under 25 minutes from Liberia International Airport and minutes away from the beautiful beaches of Guanacaste, Tres Volcanes is one of the most convenient golf courses and one of Costa Rica's most scenic.

The course features lush fairways with breathtaking views of three majestic volcanoes, and is home to abundant wildlife, from howler monkeys to tropical birds, as well as vibrant fruit trees that thrive across the property.

Guests can also enjoy a full range of amenities, including a modern clubhouse, air-conditioned restaurant, swimming pool, sports simulator, and Padel courts.

Whether you're a traveler, resident, or golf enthusiast, Tres Volcanes offers the perfect blend of sport, nature, and the true Pura Vida lifestyle.

Visit Us: Ruta Nacional Treciaria 912, Carrillo, Guanacaste.

Phones: +(506) 6340 7656 / +(506) 8312 4312
Emails:
dp@tresvolcanesgolf.com or TresVolcanesGolf@gmail.com

Website: TresVolcanesGolf.com

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GOURMET COFFEE






SUN BURST COFFEE COSTA RICA 


We are Costa Rica's Premiere Gourmet Coffee Company located in the northern province of Guanacaste. We roast some of the finest Costa Rican coffee daily.


You are all invited to come and visit us either in the northern province of Guanacaste or in the central valley at our shop in Tres Rios, in Cartago province.


We are always excited to answer your questions and make you delicious coffee drinks.


Buy coffee online. Choose from a wide variety of coffee. All our specialty coffee is roasted to order and shipped fresh to your door.

Contact

WhatsApp (506) 8765-1651

Email: orders@sunburstcoffee.com

Visit our website SunBurstCoffeeCR.com




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TAX SERVICES





Costa Rica phones:
(506) 2256-8620 (office)
(506) 8305-3149 (cell)
(506) 2257-6233 (fax)

U.S. phone +1-505-750-0540

U.S. fax:
+1-833-219-5825

 
E-mail: jrtb_1999@yahoo.com

James Brohl, C.P.A. & M.B.A.

US Income Tax,  U.S. GAAP Accounting
& Business Consulting

Specializing in all matters of concern to U.S. taxpayers residing abroad including:


IRS filing requirements of foreign income exclusion (up to $130,000 for 2025).

• Past-due tax returns: Taxpayers filing before an IRS notice do not face criminal sanctions.

• Reporting foreign financial assets: FBAR and foreign corporations.

• Up-to-date FATCA news.

• All US Tax return preparation: individual, business, estate and trust.

• eFile returns: Secure with faster refunds.

• Business consulting to facilitate working in Costa Rica.

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BOOKS














By John Paterson

Discover why readers are loving this book. Available now on Amazon, order your copy today!

The Road to Rio Magnolia

"The Road to Rio Magnolia" recounts the true story of a couple who left their engineering careers in Toronto to move deep into the Costa Rican rainforest, where they established and operated a luxury ecolodge. The journey began with building a road through the mountains, constructing a lodge in the middle of nowhere, and creating a micro-hydro system to produce the electricity needed to keep the whole place running. Over 13 years, they entertained a steady flow of guests, faced relentless challenges from nature, and still found joy in their surroundings. Their light-hearted anecdotes capture the ups and downs of life with colorful clients, lovable locals, and eccentric expats.


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By V.L. Stuart


He was constrained by amulets forged with dark magic.

Her bow freed him; her spells healed him.

When she binds herself to him as his apprentice, they begin a journey that will lead to places – and dangers – that neither could have imagined.

Available now on the V.L. Stuart website






Orb and Arrow:
Exploration

It takes readers on an adventure to the world of Darae where magic is real – and dangerous.

Twenty-two-year-old Brillar was expected to follow in her mother’s footsteps and become a healer, but headstrong and impetuous, she has other plans. Now a highly skilled archer, she’s forced to kill to free a Mage being held captive in enchanted chains. She has no good alternatives if she is to rescue the wounded man, but that is no excuse for a healer.

Releasing a Master War Mage from bondage, however, could get Brillar killed . . . or apprenticed. When Master Elden insists on the latter, Brillar embarks on a journey not of her making. When it ends badly, she insists on taking on the exploration of the Wild, where a new and more dangerous quest awaits.
























NON PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS






Al-Anon meetings
English language meeting are held every Saturday at 9 a.m. at the International Baptist Church, second floor, in Guachepelin in Escazu, San José.
Call (506) 8993-1762.
Email: rosemaryzitek@yahoo.com






Marine Corps League Costa Rica






The Marine Corps League Costa Rica Fellowship is looking for new members.   We are also known as the Marine Corps Warriors League Costa Rica.  The League was Founded in 2010. Our members consist of veterans of Vietnam, Gulf War, Iraq and Afghanistan as well as veterans of other military branches.  We have opened our membership to any local law enforcement or first responders. 


If interested in joining contact Peter Swing, Commandant by emailing   
pswing@berkeleycr.com  or for Membership information by calling Peter Swing (Commandant) at 8582-2505 or our adjutant, Jerry Karl, at 8605-3912. Meetings are held on the second Saturday of the month at 11:30 a.m. at the TapHouse in Avenida Escazu. 
For more information visit Marine Corps Warriors League Costa Rica website

















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ANIMALS AID






For more information go to our website at Mckee-jaco or send us an email at info@mckee-jaco.com


Invites you to be a part of one of our projects.  Spay/neuter – education – adoption – all those projects need volunteers and sponsors. 

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More info at Meet Your Dog site
A Dog City in the Clouds
Dog Shelter and Adoption in  San Ramón

Have you ever seen a Dog City? Dogland is just such a city. A dog city with over 150 residents in the mountains of San Ramón. No cages, open spaces, no kennels, they live in small houses. Come and learn how you can help keep this unique & magical shelter open. You can help by adopting one of our angels, and if you can't adopt, you can sponsor a dog. Sponsoring a dog is easy, and you can always stop by for a visit.


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Email AnimalesAtenasCR@aol.com
Atenas Foundation for Helping Abandoned Animals

Tierschutzverein Hilfe für herrenlose Tiere Atenas

Our main goal is to stop the suffering of the many many street dogs and cats in our area. For those looking for new furry friends. The group always needs volunteers. If you see any possibility for support and assistance - don't hesitate and contact us.

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More information visit our site
Animal Shelter Costa Rica
Animal Shelter Costa Rica

Don't discriminate - adopt a mutt! Lots of abandoned dogs and cats looking for loving homes. Refugio de Animales - San Rafael de Heredia.  AHPPA is affiliated with the Humane Society of the United States and the RSPCA of Great Britain.
 
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