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kanderberg
Joined 2011
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Visits vs. moving

13 years ago

Last June, I moved to Costa Rica - sight unseen. Now I'm considering Ecuador as my next home in my world tour. I am retired, living on Social Security, so my funds are limited. Small savings account, small IRAs accessible in 21/2 years. therefore, visiting a country for a month, or even a couple of weeks, is not a possibility, as it would seriously erode what little savings I have. That is why I disagree that pre-move exploratory trips are absolutely necessary. If you're going to move a full household, then visiting first is a good idea, as long as you have sufficient funds. For me, I sold/gave away/trashed everything I owned, except what I could fit into two suitcases and a backpack - and got on a plane to Costa Rica. Of course, I did extensive research for years before the move. My feeling is this: You go to a new country with a return flight ticket, you can return anytime. My friends asked me before I moved, "WEhat if you don't like it there?" Simple. I'll get on a flight home. What's the problem. FYI, I have somehow managed to live in Costa Rico, in two towns, since june 1, with no real problems. I'm even getting my residency, so I will have two homes to retire in when I'm ready. But before then, I plan to live in as many countries as possible for a year or two each - going to each with my two suitcases and a backpack.

Now, can someone tell me if I can get a decent apartment in Salinas for $350, which is what I'm paying in Costa Rica on the Pacific coast? 1br, good security, near the ocean, furnished.

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