bossanovagal
American expat in Nicaragua
Forum posts
18
About me
American, Single
Lives in Matagalpa, Matagalpa, Nicaragu
Speaks English
Registration: 16 March 2024
Activity
Nicaraguan Quirks and other amusing things by Dakotaraguense
What are some quirky things that you have noticed; those things you only find when you go out on the streets and not in any encyclopedia or dictionary. What are things that you find amusing? Here's some quirks and amusing things I've ...
Enjoyed your post very much - thanks! It's now May of 2026 & I haven't been here long, but one thing that tickles me here in Matagalpa centro (it reminds me of the US in the 60s, lol) is that you'll hear two car horns all the time doing the ... Read More
Exploring Matagalpa/Jinotega/San Rafael del Norte
Hi all, just landed in the Nica highlands from the US about a month ago & new to the Nica forum. Love the magnificent scenery, lush greenery & cooler temps of the highlands (not a beach gal, & don't do well with intense heat/humidity!). ... Read More
Expats or soon-to-be expats in the higher elevation (cooler) cities by bossanovagal
Hola everyone, I'm Marilyn, an American living in Costa Rica since January. Been studying up on Nica & hoping to connect with expats or soon-to-be expats聽 in the higher elevation (cooler) cities/towns, i.e., Matagalpa, Jinotega, Esteli, San ...
@SupemanIn what part of Nicaragua do you live? I am now exploring the Matagalpa/Jinotaga/San Rafael del Norte area, and would love any tips on how to find other expats here! I belong to several of Scott Alan Miller's WhatsApp expat groups, and ... Read More
Expats or soon-to-be expats in the higher elevation (cooler) cities by bossanovagal
Hola everyone, I'm Marilyn, an American living in Costa Rica since January. Been studying up on Nica & hoping to connect with expats or soon-to-be expats聽 in the higher elevation (cooler) cities/towns, i.e., Matagalpa, Jinotega, Esteli, San ...
@explore-nica In what part of Nicaragua do you live? I am now exploring the Matagalpa/Jinotaga/San Rafael del Norte area, and would love any tips on how to find other expats here! I belong to several of Scott Alan Miller's WhatsApp expat groups, and ... Read More
Expats or soon-to-be expats in the higher elevation (cooler) cities by bossanovagal
Hola everyone, I'm Marilyn, an American living in Costa Rica since January. Been studying up on Nica & hoping to connect with expats or soon-to-be expats聽 in the higher elevation (cooler) cities/towns, i.e., Matagalpa, Jinotega, Esteli, San ...
@Supeman Thank you! Read More
Expats or soon-to-be expats in the higher elevation (cooler) cities by bossanovagal
Hola everyone, I'm Marilyn, an American living in Costa Rica since January. Been studying up on Nica & hoping to connect with expats or soon-to-be expats聽 in the higher elevation (cooler) cities/towns, i.e., Matagalpa, Jinotega, Esteli, San ...
@explore-nica Thank you! Read More
Expats or soon-to-be expats in the higher elevation (cooler) cities by bossanovagal
Hola everyone, I'm Marilyn, an American living in Costa Rica since January. Been studying up on Nica & hoping to connect with expats or soon-to-be expats聽 in the higher elevation (cooler) cities/towns, i.e., Matagalpa, Jinotega, Esteli, San ...
@Supeman Thank you, Supeman! Great info. I had already read about Selva Negra & decided I definitely need to see it . So is the bus from Penas Blancas also a chicken bus? Chicken buses all the way to Matagalpa? Do you happen to know how much ... Read More
Sustainable farming in Nicaragua by Axp103
Is Sustainable farming in Nicaragua a possibility. Fundamental to my interest is buying a small finca of a few acres (or hectares)to grow a marvelously nutritional plant known in this hemisphere as moringa. It is already being grown in Nicaragua. ...
I hope by now you have educated yourself to the fact that there are multiple highly successful organic farms in Nicaragua Read More
Expats or soon-to-be expats in the higher elevation (cooler) cities
Hola everyone, I'm Marilyn, an American living in Costa Rica since January. Been studying up on Nica & hoping to connect with expats or soon-to-be expats聽 in the higher elevation (cooler) cities/towns, i.e., Matagalpa, Jinotega, Esteli, San ... Read More
Question- 3 things by LiveWire11C
I thought it might be fun to ask this question of those who have made the move to Costa Rica. Name 3 things: 1 thing you wish you had known before going to Costa Rica, 1 thing you wish you had brought and 1 thing you wish you had left behind.
Wish I'd known beforehand: the increase in crime in recent years, particularly trafficking by drug & weapons cartels (in certain areas). Also how prevalent & heavily used agricultural chemicals are here (#3 in the world for pesticide use per ... Read More
Cost of living in Costa Rica in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Costa Rica, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Costa Rica or already ...
@rainagain Are there any organic farms near you, or any that use little to no chemicals? Read More
Cost of living in Costa Rica in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Costa Rica, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Costa Rica or already ...
@rainagain Truly fabulous feedback. I want to live where you live LOL 馃槃 Read More
Cost of living in Costa Rica in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Costa Rica, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Costa Rica or already ...
@rainagainAwesome info - thank you! Sounds like you live pretty much the way I intend to. Just a couple questions about the Caja please... is your quoted $350 an absolute minimum? And also, is the new required pension payment a fixed amount, or also ... Read More
How to adapt to the expat challenges of everyday life in Costa Rica by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Adapting to everyday life as an expat in Costa Rica can be both exciting and overwhelming: different habits, systems, and sometimes even unexpected surprises! Simple things like paying bills, using public transport, or even ...
@daveandmarcia And "pura vida"!! 馃槅 Read More
Update on our Development/house building experience by Justagirl8870
I write this update with exhaustion in my breath but I am so appreciative of all of the support during our journey that I wanted to offer this for those that gave those encouraging words. August, 2021, almost 6 years after taking the bait, home ...
@daveandmarcia Extremely valuable info - mucho gracias!! Read More