Rico1040 wrote:
It doesn't appear that our beloved playground will return to it's old glory any time soon.
Our brothers in CR, with a steady US income, are doing fine. And in talking to a few of them, ( boots on the ground ), they are having a lot of fun. As previously posted here, many of our favorite top-performers are available and have no leverage to negotiate. The MP's are open, but scaled back their operations.
I am continuing to help a couple of my long time 'acquaintances' during this time, and appreciate how tough it really is down there. I am chomping at the bit to get back to Pura Vida.
It is always refreshing to hear first-hand 'boots on the ground' reports, rather than some fellow's opinion about a friend's opinion concerning someone they knew who spent 7 hours in Lower Pavas. ( The same could be said about this 'virus' situation)
The Del Rey has most likely become a hangout of the past, and the number of tourists will take a long time to come back, if at all. The current immigration rules of requiring testing within 3 days, and mandatory health insurances are proving to be a deal breaker.
Unfortunately, a tremendous increase in unemployment and poverty conditions have temporarily dampened the Tico spirit. The government employees are doing just fine, and the International Monetary Fund will loan CR more money, IF they continue the extreme poverty causing policies, designed to keep you safe.
During this down time, stuck in the depressive Gringa-landia, I can focus on the beauty of CR, from the mountains of Asseri, the fun in La Fortuna, the Pacific ocean, as well as the Caribbean beaches; while missing the latin culture of sweet young ladies who share their lovin. The best thing I can do is to keep healthy and fit, avoid the conflicting information that leads to more questions than answers, , and return to CR happy, healthy, wealthy and wise.
Ever hear of Mexico? Everything you speak of and want can be found there you can travel there right now as an American. I love Costa Rica too......but don't be under the impression that it is the only place that has what you want.