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Be Careful Swimming in Costa Rica's Pacific Coast

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Unlike the serene waters of the Caribbean side of Costa Rica, the Pacific side can be treacherous. Today, there was an article in the WSJ about a NY teacher and his wife who drowned near Quepos. Always check with locals about the undertow conditions on a particular beach. Don't go out beyond the breakers if you are not a strong swimmer and be prepared for what can happen if you are swept out.

Submitted on Jul 14, 2013 - Category: Expat Safety & Crime, Network: Costa Rica

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I'm on my third career in life that of being voluntarily unemployed! The first two were house construction and later hi-tech as a software engineer. I was fortunate to be able to retire early in Costa Rica back in '07. With my wife and younger son we bought land and built a dream house with that million-dollar view you hear so much about. We spend time raising coffee, bananas, and fruit trees. My wife is an accomplished artist and has discovered new media to express herself here including beautiful ceramic mosaics. Pura vida! P.S. Now, in 2021, planning our next move ... to México!