Costa Rica's most affluent families do not reside within the proper limits of the city of San Jose. Although it is the country's capital, San Jose is mainly there to function as the country's center of commerce, culture, and government services. The affluent class only go there to shop, work, and proceed to government agencies.
In truth, the upscale suburb of Escazu is where the rich class lives. Boasting scenic mountain views and fresh climate, Escazu is the perfect vacation area for you if you are affluent enough and if you are looking for a place where you can stay for your vacation. Given the relative low cost of living in Costa Rica, it is not surprising that this suburb is known to host a large number of expats.
The city is further divided into three neighborhoods, namely, San Rafael de Escazu, Escazu Centro and San Antonio de Escazu. Set on top of the Central Valley's rolling hills and overlooking the neighboring towns, Escazu makes the best alternative settlement area for you if you want to avoid the hustle and bustle in the capital city.
The nice thing about Escazu is that it is filled with bars, hotels, restaurants, and malls where English is widely spoken. This actually makes the assumption that people only go to the capital city to shop untrue. If you want to experience a bit of the local culture, you can also go to the nearby traditional Costa Rican cafes where Spanish is still the prevalent language of choice. The proximity of Escazu to San Jose and the accessibility to highways also make travelling to and from the capital city easier.
Among the prominent people who live in this part of Central Valley is the Ambassador of the United States to Costa Rica himself.
So you think you can handle Escazu and its highly cosmopolitan lifestyle? Then settle here are jumpstart your Costa Rican vacation!
