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Costa Rica

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Caribbean-side Costa Rica, a genuinely distinct reggae-surf vibe from the Pacific coast.

In Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, a mid-range month runs about $1,613 (CRC 724,372) and there is elevated violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Low

Cheaper day to day than about 60% of cities

Internet1.2/10

Slower internet than about 90% of cities

Visas8/10

Easier visas than about 90% of cities

Coworking4.3/10

Weaker coworking than about 65% of cities

English7/10

More English-friendly than about 55% of cities

Walkability7.7/10

Easier to get around than about 75% of cities

Gyms & Wellness1.7/10

Fewer wellness options than about 95% of cities

Getting There6.6/10

Easier to reach than about 60% of cities

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33 categories for Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.

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