Sunset cocktails, rainbow macaws, and a budget that doesn’t need CPR—Costa Rica’s Pura Vida isn’t just a postcard; it can be your retirement reality. In this week’s Queer Money®, we’re counting down the Top 5 Costa Rican towns for LGBTQ+ retirees—from the surf vibes of Tamarindo to the gay beach haven of Manuel Antonio.

We break down which areas offer the best mix of affordability, healthcare access, safety, and queer-friendly community, all while keeping the tropical dream alive. Whether you’re after cool mountain breezes or jungle-meets-ocean sunsets, Costa Rica has a place with your name (and rainbow flag) on it.

Takeaways:

• Why Costa Rica is one of the most stable, eco-conscious, and LGBTQ-friendly countries in Central America
• 🏖️ 5 top towns ranked for livability, cost of living, and queer community vibes
• 💸 How much you’ll actually spend on rent and daily life (spoiler: 30–50% less than the U.S.)
• 🌈 Where to find the best nightlife, nature, and new queer neighbors
• 💡 How to use our Happy Gay Retirement Calculator to see if Costa Rica fits your fabulous future

Links referenced in this episode:

• queermoneypodcast.com/cities

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