Costa Rica: 2013

American's Ruining Costa Rica

This is my first negative blog post about Costa Rica. I have been to Costa Rica over 20 times. My wife is a Costa Resident. I believe that Costa Rica is a beautiful country.

How ever it is being destroyed by American's. I am also an American and I see the destruction we are doing to this tropical country. At least 23,000-as many as 50,000 by some estimates-U.S. citizens call Costa Rica home.

Even by a conservative count, Americans make up a larger percentage of the Costa Rican population than they do in just about any other country, including Mexico and Germany. In the Pacific coast town of Quepos, the bars fill up with so many American surfers and sun-chasers you might think you're in California.

The American Bar is but one of scores of thriving businesses catering to North Americans living in Costa Rica. There also are schools, bookstores, hotels and a weekly English-language newspaper that has become a fixture in Costa Rican life. So with that being said, every year more Americans are moving to Costa Rica which is causing inflation to the country's economy. Costa Ricans say that the gringo's influence has changed people. Americans have made things more expensive by bringing in dollars.

The average Costa Rica civilian (Tyco) makes around 1,500 to 3,000 colones per hour. In America that is $3.00 to $6.00 per hour. With the Americans driving up the cost on everything, food, land, etc...It is getting hard for the average Costa Rican Tyco to make a living. The price of land is so expensive that the average American cant afford land anymore. If the land cost so much how do you expect a Costa Rican afford to buy any land.

The local Tyco's are being forced off there own land my American's. American developers are invading Costa Rica, buying up all the land and kicking the locale Costa Rican out. My wife's family just got there eviction notice last month. When I went to visit this last month June, 2013. There neighborhood in Heredia was leveled. What was a tropical neighborhood is now an American subdivision. I wish I had the power to stop this, but I dont.

The Costa Rica goverment is also allowing this to happen. Why? Because American developers are bring in Millions $$$$ to Costa Rica.

Here is a list of companies that are buying up all the land.

Costa Rica Contractor. Custom Homes. Consulting Inspection Services

Costa Rica Developers

Design and Development by HDE Group - Pro Comer

costadevelopers

The Amazing Vanishing Developers of Costa Rica

Grupo Mapache.com - Costa Rica Real Estate Developer

OwnCostaRica and Monterra Developers are Working Hard!

Properties + Homes - Own Costa Rica - Exotic Real Estate - www.owncostarica.com/properties-homes/‎

Costa Developers | Costa Rica Real Estate - costadevelopers.org/‎

Costa Rica Real Estate Developers - www.wamcr.com/

Costa Rican Chamber of Construction

Gobal Park - Developers

Grupo Corporativo Saret de Costa Rica

Linrae Construction

Mueble America - Custom Cabinetry

Pure Life Development

Paradigma Construccion S.A, Costa Rica Contractor

ICON, Engineer and Construction, Costa Rica

Property Management Marbella

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Top Costa Rica Luxury Hotels

Costa Rica is a tropical adventure waiting to happen. Hotels on the beach make a great starting point for all kinds of Costa Rica vacations, from jungle adventures to scuba trips in some of the world’s most beautiful waters. Get your Costa Rica travel guide, pack your suitcase, and dive in.

Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo

Easily among the most luxurious resorts in Central America, The Four Seasons is as close to perfection as it gets. With 2 beautiful beaches, ocean views from each one of the sumptuous rooms -- decorated in materials including wood, bamboo, and stone, and an 18-hole golf course, the resort makes it possible for guests to spend their whole vacation on-site. Those who do choose to explore beyond Peninsula Papagayo should note that the roads in Guanacaste are in poor condition.

JW Marriott Guancaste Resort & Spa

The JW Marriott is one of the top luxury properties in Guanacaste, with beautiful, hacienda-style architecture (think: lots of wood and stone, romantic white hammocks, wrought iron light fixtures and indigenous art). The stunning free-form pool is the largest in Central America and the tranquil spa is world-class. The only main downside is the extremely rough, hour-long drive from Liberia Airport.

Gaia Hotel and Reserve

Guests will feel truly pampered at this adults-only, 29-room luxury hotel. Tucked into the hillside of a 14-acre nature reserve, Gaia feels appropriately exclusive and private, and has the attentive, personalized service to match. Rooms are spacious and airy; the great views are never-ending; and the freebies abound: breakfast, Wi-Fi, a mini spa treatment (to name a few). Keep your eyes peeled for iguanas, sloths, and the like.

Arenas Del Mar Beach and Nature Resort

Arenas del Mar is proof that staying at an eco-resort doesn't mean roughing it: Its 38 contemporary rooms are among the nicest in Manuel Antonio, its restaurant is excellent, and its public spaces embody rustic luxury. The property's lush rainforest, 2 beautiful white-sand beaches on site -- a rarity in the area -- and diverse wildlife allow guests to truly connect with the nature that the resort's design so painstakingly preserved. But the 11-acre property is steep, so you'll need to call for a hotel golf cart to go just about anywhere.

Hotel Punta Islita

This ultra-remote, rustic luxe hideaway is worth the bumpy, 2.5 hour drive from Liberia Airport. The rooms aren't as impressive as those at larger luxury resorts in the region, but the unparalleled views, stunning infinity pool and ruggedly beautiful (if rocky) beach more than compensate. Plus, this is a hotel with a heart: Punta Islita is environmentally friendly and gives back to the local community.

Los Altos Beach Resort

Los Altos' condos -- all 2,300-square-foot, 3-bedroom luxury units -- are probably the most luxurious accommodations in Manuel Antonio. The hotel is ultra-convenient -- the elevator opens up right into your condo -- but the grounds aren't as lush or wildlife-rich as at sprawling, less convenient properties like Arenas del Mar and Buena Vista Luxury Villas. And the on-site beach is rocky, so you'll probably want to head elsewhere for some sand time.

Arenal Nayara Hotel & Gardens

The beautiful Arenal Nayara's 44 individual bungalows, restaurant, wine bar and spa are all tucked into incredibly lush grounds. Some of the amenities are small (pool, spa, fitness center), but guests come here for the private bungalows with special touches like an outdoor garden shower and a deck with a Jacuzzi and hammock. It's more luxurious than nearby Arenal Kioro, but Kioro's rooms have better volcano views.