Costa Rica Cost Of Living Update: 2 used kayaks— $65 each
Living at the beach has its advantages; there are a lot of fun activities, one of which is kayaking out to the small islands that speckle the horizon. Some are as close as 600 feet from shore. There you will find great places to snorkel and excellent spots for relaxing while you toss your fishing line into the ocean.
Renting a kayak ranges from $10-$20 an hour, so we’ve been keeping an eye out for an affordable used pair. And boy did we score. A dive shop was selling a fleet of nine, which of course makes my husband consider his next business venture: Rob’s Kayaking Tours. Because on vacation, who wouldn’t want a guy originally from Brooklyn touring them around an estuary saying phrases like, “You want to see a howler monkey? Fuh-ged-about-it.” Or my favorite, “Don’t be a doo-ta-doo and paddle into a crocodile.”
Luckily, he only bought two and neither were the inflatable kind. They are made of hard plastic and from what I can see they look fine… except for that fact that they didn’t come with seats or oars.
This hasn’t discouraged Rob since he insists a good sturdy stick will push us through the mangroves while doubling as a crocodile whacking device. I can only imagine how we would sell this to potential clients:
Welcome to Rob’s Kayaking Tours: Come out on one of our fifteen-year-old seatless, oarless kayaks and push yourself through the mangroves. Enjoy the close-up view of a crocodile’s mouth before beating him off with one of Rob’s hand crafted sticks! Prosciutto and fresh mozzarella sandwiches included. Fug-ged-about-it.
HI Nadine: I’ve been to Costa Rica and down the coast from Liberia, I loved it and thinking of moving tropical and Costa Rica is on my mind. When I was there about 8 years ago, the realtors had jacked the prices up! So you must be renting to get such a good deal? Would love to talk more, thinking of bringing a machine to do business with!
You have to really look around when you are down here. Most people rent a place, then find something a whole lot cheaper a few months later. So the best thing to do is have your feet on the ground and start asking around.
I look forward to your sequel-to-the-sequel. Bring it on! Many, many of us are ready for more!
You are the best Kathie. I’m working hard on it, and there are a few really funny things that will be in it!
Gush … I am sad … so sad … I’ve just finished the two ebooks and I’ll miss you guys … your funny jokes … your adventures … Nadine and Rob ”be happy, don’t worry”. Excellent books, I’m a fan and will see you in Tico’s sunshine some day just to thank you for the uplifting thoughts.
Enjoy life – Pura vida,
My moto: any day ABOVE ground is a good day.
Regards, Gilbert
Thanks so much Gilbert. I’m finishing up Book #3 as we speak. Still loving my life here in Costa Rica and eager to share this next installment with you!