Our Story
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
Who we are
We are a couple from India living in Costa Rica. Prateek is a software engineer by profession and a writer at heart. He has authored a book on Costa Rica in English, “Local Legends of Costa Rica”. Astha is a content creator and a board member of the Costa Rica India Association (CRIA), a non-profit organization working towards bonding the two unique and beautiful cultures of Costa Rica & India. Her passion is to help people and make their move to Costa Rica smoother.
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Hiking amidst pristine nature and taking weekend trips around Costa Rica feed our souls. When we are not up for adventure, you will find us snuggling on the couch, watching Netflix (or filing some documentation;) ).
The Conception
Prateek moved to Costa Rica for work seven years ago. Astha followed in his footsteps four years later, after meeting him on a matrimonial website and getting married to him within four months (well, that’s a story for another time). We now live in a cute, little apartment in the central part of Costa Rica.
Having lived in Costa Rica for a long time now, we have traveled extensively, seen wildlife in their natural habitat, and experienced many natural phenomena. We have also successfully decoded the public transportation in Costa Rica (well, that’s something). Not to mention the numerous grueling processes, documentation, and visa applications that we have successfully endured!
We believe we are now adept with the nuances of Costa Rican life, and therefore, truly embody the “Costa Rican Spirit” (hence, the name). This is why we thought of sharing our experiences with you through our blogs and website. From us to you, firsthand!
Our Vision
Living thousands of miles away from your home can be tough, and you may not know the answers to the questions that you have. But worry not, we are here to make ‘expat living’ smoother and easier!
Whether you are applying for a tourist visa, renewing your residency, or obtaining a driver’s license, we are here to guide you through the process. We will help you get “unstuck”.
And if you are planning to explore Costa Rica as a tourist or an expat, you can count on us for countless ideas on where to go, activities to do, how to reach, restaurants to try, and much more. We have also curated ‘doable’ trip itineraries to help you plan your vacation better.
Our only mission is to enable you to sit back and enjoy your time in Costa Rica. To truly delve into the Costa Rican Spirit!