
🎙️ Robin Jackson - 6 Months in Costa Rica: Finding a Forever Home with Her 3 Dogs 🐾🇨🇷
11/15/24 • 39 min
In this episode, we meet Robin Jackson, a dedicated animal lover and doggy daycare owner from South Carolina, who’s currently on a 6-month journey to discover if Costa Rica could be her forever home. Bringing along her three beloved dogs, Robin chose the charming town of Santa Lucia as her base after several visits to explore Costa Rica’s beautiful landscapes and warm communities.
As Robin settles into the rhythm of Costa Rican life, she shares her adventures, including her volunteer work at a local dog shelter and insights into what it takes to make an international move with pets. From finding pet-friendly spots to connecting with the local culture, Robin gives us a firsthand look at the ups and downs of her journey to discover if Costa Rica could be the ultimate home for her and her furry companions.
Join us to hear Robin’s inspiring story of courage, adventure, and dedication to her four-legged family. This episode is packed with tips for expats, pet lovers, and anyone dreaming of a life in paradise.
Key Highlights:
Deciding to test Costa Rica as a permanent home for her and her dogs 🐶🌴
Why she chose Santa Lucia after multiple trips to Costa Rica 🇨🇷
Volunteering at a local dog shelter and giving back to the community 🐾❤️
Challenges and joys of traveling and living abroad with pets ✈️
Insights into Costa Rica’s pet-friendly culture and lifestyle 🌿
Don’t miss this episode if you’re an animal lover, an aspiring expat, or curious about life in Costa Rica. Like, subscribe, and share to stay updated with all our latest episodes!
Link to Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/ShebasDoggyDayCamp?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Link to IG
https://www.instagram.com/shebasdoggydaycamp?igsh=MTRra3BhbGFtbmZ6cw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
Link to website
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In this episode, we meet Robin Jackson, a dedicated animal lover and doggy daycare owner from South Carolina, who’s currently on a 6-month journey to discover if Costa Rica could be her forever home. Bringing along her three beloved dogs, Robin chose the charming town of Santa Lucia as her base after several visits to explore Costa Rica’s beautiful landscapes and warm communities.
As Robin settles into the rhythm of Costa Rican life, she shares her adventures, including her volunteer work at a local dog shelter and insights into what it takes to make an international move with pets. From finding pet-friendly spots to connecting with the local culture, Robin gives us a firsthand look at the ups and downs of her journey to discover if Costa Rica could be the ultimate home for her and her furry companions.
Join us to hear Robin’s inspiring story of courage, adventure, and dedication to her four-legged family. This episode is packed with tips for expats, pet lovers, and anyone dreaming of a life in paradise.
Key Highlights:
Deciding to test Costa Rica as a permanent home for her and her dogs 🐶🌴
Why she chose Santa Lucia after multiple trips to Costa Rica 🇨🇷
Volunteering at a local dog shelter and giving back to the community 🐾❤️
Challenges and joys of traveling and living abroad with pets ✈️
Insights into Costa Rica’s pet-friendly culture and lifestyle 🌿
Don’t miss this episode if you’re an animal lover, an aspiring expat, or curious about life in Costa Rica. Like, subscribe, and share to stay updated with all our latest episodes!
Link to Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/ShebasDoggyDayCamp?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Link to IG
https://www.instagram.com/shebasdoggydaycamp?igsh=MTRra3BhbGFtbmZ6cw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
Link to website
https://www.shebasdoggydaycamp.com/
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🎙️ Mike McGinnis - 30+ Years in Costa Rica: Surfing, Writing, and Embracing the Tico Way of Life 🌊🇨🇷
In this episode, we sit down with Mike McGinnis, a true Costa Rican expat pioneer who first arrived in Costa Rica as a young surfer in 1991. Drawn to the waves and the lifestyle, Mike quickly decided to make Costa Rica his permanent home. From the vibrant coastlines of Dominical to the serene hills of Tinamaste, he’s spent over 30 years immersing himself in the Tico way of life.
Mike shares insights on the pros and cons of living beachfront, his experiences with Costa Rica's iconic cleaner ants, and even his spiritual journey with Ayahuasca. Now a seasoned author working on his third book, Mike talks about how his writing captures the essence of Costa Rica and reflects on the experiences that have shaped his life in paradise.
Join us as we explore Mike’s three-decade journey, filled with surfing, writing, and deep cultural connections. If you’ve ever wondered about expat life, spirituality, or the real Costa Rica, this episode is packed with unique stories and practical insights.
Key Highlights:
Moving to Costa Rica as a young surfer and making it home 🏄♂️🌴
Life in Dominical and Tinamaste, and the beauty of embracing Tico culture 🇨🇷
The pros and cons of beachfront living 🏖️
Stories about cleaner ants and lessons from Ayahuasca 🍃🐜
Mike’s journey as an author and his upcoming third book 📖
Don’t miss this fascinating conversation with Mike McGinnis, a true Costa Rica expat with stories that will inspire and entertain. Like, subscribe, and share to stay updated with all our latest episodes!
🤝💬 Connect with Robin Wilson
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinwilsonscp/
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🎙️ Robin Jackson - 6 Months in Costa Rica: Finding a Forever Home with Her 3 Dogs 🐾🇨🇷
In this episode, we meet Robin Jackson, a dedicated animal lover and doggy daycare owner from South Carolina, who’s currently on a 6-month journey to discover if Costa Rica could be her forever home. Bringing along her three beloved dogs, Robin chose the charming town of Santa Lucia as her base after several visits to explore Costa Rica’s beautiful landscapes and warm communities.
As Robin settles into the rhythm of Costa Rican life, she shares her adventures, including her volunteer work at a local dog shelter and insights into what it takes to make an international move with pets. From finding pet-friendly spots to connecting with the local culture, Robin gives us a firsthand look at the ups and downs of her journey to discover if Costa Rica could be the ultimate home for her and her furry companions.
Join us to hear Robin’s inspiring story of courage, adventure, and dedication to her four-legged family. This episode is packed with tips for expats, pet lovers, and anyone dreaming of a life in paradise.
Key Highlights:
Deciding to test Costa Rica as a permanent home for her and her dogs 🐶🌴
Why she chose Santa Lucia after multiple trips to Costa Rica 🇨🇷
Volunteering at a local dog shelter and giving back to the community 🐾❤️
Challenges and joys of traveling and living abroad with pets ✈️
Insights into Costa Rica’s pet-friendly culture and lifestyle 🌿
Don’t miss this episode if you’re an animal lover, an aspiring expat, or curious about life in Costa Rica. Like, subscribe, and share to stay updated with all our latest episodes!
Link to Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/ShebasDoggyDayCamp?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Link to IG
https://www.instagram.com/shebasdoggydaycamp?igsh=MTRra3BhbGFtbmZ6cw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
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