This guidebook was published to help people of all ages and budgets move to Costa Rica successfully and make their dreams come true. Christopher Howard is a Costa Rica s most read authority on living and retiring in Costa Rica. He has resided in the country for 31 years and is a Costa Rica Rican citizen. It is not surprising that he has first-hand knowledge and insight into all aspects of Costa Rica s culture, lifestyle, economy, language and people. He has appeared on the NBC Today Show, CNBC World News and is a frequent lecturer at international retirement seminars. People who read this book before coming here often know more about Costa Rica than many long term residents, according to the Association of Residents of Costa Rica (ARCR). For the last fifteen years Mr. Howard has also conducted award-winning relocation and retirement tours to supplement the information in his book and assist those interested in making the move seemlessly.