Mattyice wrote:
I agree Costa Rica doesn't really seem all that fun unless you're into gambling, sitting at bars all day, and/or banging multiple chicas every day. Although maybe I just need to learn spanish and/or get out of San Jose.
I don't drink or gamble but I am a ho hound and that, of course, is my reason for wanting to retire in CR. I'm an exercise nut and lived here 2 years from 2007 thru 2009. In my spare time not pounding poon, I hiked, walked, enjoyed the fabulous beauty of the countryside, traveled all over cheaply, walked all over downtown and Paseo Colon, Escazu, Sabana, Rohrmoser, etc., etc. I enjoy the friendly hospitable people, inexpensive living, no need for ac in my apartment and just the general adventure of being in a different country and culture. The hot springs in Arenal are especially inviting.
In my 50's, living in the states I had little interest in making new male friends above and beyond my little circle but when I lived here I met and made numerous friends with fellow mongers, good friendships.
Those 2 years I felt like I was 30 and never got sick, since I've been back in the USA I've caught colds and flu numerous times.
On the other hand, what's the attraction of retiring in the USA, expensive living, little or no poon, and ugly old bags thinking you'll give them the time of day and give a damn about what they say. No effin' way, I'm headed back to San Jose !