I started my English teaching career at Green Valley School in Sabana Larga! I love Atenas and miss it dearly, I'm a proud American but also I will always be a Tico.
I have lived here with my wife for 12 years. We feel so lucky to have moved here and away from the insanity of San Francisco. Nice film, thank you so much !
Thanks this was helpful for a possible move there in the new year. I'll visit first but this video makes it look quite nice. And thanks for messaging me on Facebook.
Thanks for your feedback! I have other city walks made in CR and will keep going on. Hope you check out more of them to get a idea what other city you like to visit. Thanks for watching!
Hoola! Muy buenos tus videos! Te recomiendo visitar El Tejar de El Guarco en la provincia de Cartago! Montañas, restaurantes, hoteles de montaña! La Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción en El Tejar! 👍
Actually, you only covered about a 2 square block area. Atenas is a lot bigger than you are saying, I live here. There are about 17K people in Atenas. It is a very beautiful place where you can see the jungle areas, coffee plantations, beautiful mountain sides. If you go to The Baron, you will be able to see all of Atenas. Have fun.
Thank you for making this video My wife and I are trying to figure out where to retire and now this town has moved up on my list of potential places. There's too much crime in some of the beach towns so further inland is looking good to me. Very nice in Atenas, it seems.
You're welcome! I'm glad to hear that you found the video helpful in your retirement planning. Atenas is indeed a beautiful town that many people find appealing due to its pleasant climate and friendly community. Moving further inland can be a great way to avoid some of the issues that can come with living in a beach town. It's always important to thoroughly research and visit potential retirement locations before making a decision. Take the time to explore Atenas and other places on your list to get a better sense of what they offer and whether they meet your needs and preferences. Best of luck with your retirement planning!
What an amazing video. Very surprising that there is such a thriving downtown in such a small community. Having lived in Ajijic, Mexico for two years the first thing I noticed was the nice sidewalks, unlike Ajijic. I am back In Canada but no longer qualify to return to Mexico now that the income requirements have more than doubled since I first moved there. I am researching moving to Costa Rica because I do qualify for the Pensionado and Atenas looks ideal. My pension income is still limited so I need to find an affordable studio or one bedroom apartment. Although I am 74 I am still a website designer and have built many city portal sites in Panama, Ecuador and Mexico, so I would like to know what the market is like in Atenas. I would really appreciate it if someone would help me. Thanks.
There are multiple places.... For today! Naranjo, Bar/Restaurant Pilones in San Juan de Narajo, or Italian Pizza at Pomodoro en Dulce Nombre de Naranjo! I like them both!
Is it affordable and safe for 14:1214:12 a single women to rent a studio or one bedroom close to town ? Is it possible to rent close to town? I will not have a car. I am retired, on a fixed income.
I would say so, there is no general harassment to single women! You could check out in Atenas, but I guess in Grecia or Santa Ana or San Ramon has more to offer if you dont have a car. Video off this towns mention are on my channel!
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I have lived in Atenas with my wife going on 12 years. It’s heaven on earth. The most wonderful, generous people you will ever meet.
Nice to hear you liked it in Atenas Costa Rica!
Good to hear Stephen. Would you recommend us a decent and secure condo or airbnb less than $700/month?
I started my English teaching career at Green Valley School in Sabana Larga! I love Atenas and miss it dearly, I'm a proud American but also I will always be a Tico.
I have lived here with my wife for 12 years. We feel so lucky to have moved here and away from the insanity of San Francisco. Nice film, thank you so much !
I will also need to volunteer. Gracious.
Que bello Atenas me encanto ❤❤
Nice video and I live here.
You've captured Atenas central very well.
Thank you very much!
Thanks for uploading the video. My wife and I moved to Atenas, barrio la presa, 16 months ago and we feel very fortunate to be here
Thanks this was helpful for a possible move there in the new year. I'll visit first but this video makes it look quite nice. And thanks for messaging me on Facebook.
Thanks for your feedback! I have other city walks made in CR and will keep going on. Hope you check out more of them to get a idea what other city you like to visit. Thanks for watching!
Hoola! Muy buenos tus videos! Te recomiendo visitar El Tejar de El Guarco en la provincia de Cartago! Montañas, restaurantes, hoteles de montaña! La Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción en El Tejar! 👍
Hola! Gracias por el comentario! Poco a poco voy a visitar mas lugares, esto es el plan! Gacias por la recomendacion!
I used to liv in Atenas, I had breakfast every morning at 5.20, !! Its a larger town than it looks tho
Thanks for watching!
Actually, you only covered about a 2 square block area. Atenas is a lot bigger than you are saying, I live here. There are about 17K people in Atenas. It is a very beautiful place where you can see the jungle areas, coffee plantations, beautiful mountain sides. If you go to The Baron, you will be able to see all of Atenas. Have fun.
Thanks for your comment! Sure Atenas is bigger, soon I will upload a drone video about the surroundings.
Thank you for making this video My wife and I are trying to figure out where to retire and now this town has moved up on my list of potential places. There's too much crime in some of the beach towns so further inland is looking good to me. Very nice in Atenas, it seems.
You're welcome! I'm glad to hear that you found the video helpful in your retirement planning. Atenas is indeed a beautiful town that many people find appealing due to its pleasant climate and friendly community. Moving further inland can be a great way to avoid some of the issues that can come with living in a beach town.
It's always important to thoroughly research and visit potential retirement locations before making a decision. Take the time to explore Atenas and other places on your list to get a better sense of what they offer and whether they meet your needs and preferences. Best of luck with your retirement planning!
What an amazing video. Very surprising that there is such a thriving downtown in such a small community. Having lived in Ajijic, Mexico for two years the first thing I noticed was the nice sidewalks, unlike Ajijic. I am back In Canada but no longer qualify to return to Mexico now that the income requirements have more than doubled since I first moved there. I am researching moving to Costa Rica because I do qualify for the Pensionado and Atenas looks ideal. My pension income is still limited so I need to find an affordable studio or one bedroom apartment. Although I am 74 I am still a website designer and have built many city portal sites in Panama, Ecuador and Mexico, so I would like to know what the market is like in Atenas. I would really appreciate it if someone would help me. Thanks.
I am glad you did like the video!
Thanks!
We will be in Atenas/San ramon/Naranjo in 10 days to scout out moving trip.Where should we eat, get drinks, and see?
There are multiple places.... For today! Naranjo, Bar/Restaurant Pilones in San Juan de Narajo, or Italian Pizza at Pomodoro en Dulce Nombre de Naranjo! I like them both!
Thank you!
I didn’t catch the name of the hardware store you highlighted. What is it please? Thank you!
The name is "JR Vargas and Sons Hardware Store", Its in the center just in front of the bus station!
Is it affordable and safe for 14:12 14:12 a single women to rent a studio or one bedroom close to town ? Is it possible to rent close to town? I will not have a car. I am retired, on a fixed income.
I would say so, there is no general harassment to single women! You could check out in Atenas, but I guess in Grecia or Santa Ana or San Ramon has more to offer if you dont have a car. Video off this towns mention are on my channel!
they speak english there?
They speak spanish in Costa Rica, but a lot of people also speak english.
@@aboutcostarica okay thanks
I had the pleasure of visiting Atenas in 2019 with my school! was the best two weeks of my life. such a beautiful town and people. Pura Vida!!!
You would get more likes if you actually talked in your videos versus just showing pictures and video.
Thanks for watching, will try to better up, but have also microphone issues for the moment.