12 Events Completed
The Roadmap to Costa Rica
Conference
Three days. Deep-dive education. Expert access. Community connections. Over the years we've hosted 12 of these live events — and each one has helped families take the leap with confidence.
Stay tuned — we'll announce the next date when it's ready.
12
Conferences Hosted
3
Days Per Event
17+
Topics Covered
100s
Attendees Helped
About the Conference
Everything you needed to know before making the move
The Roadmap to Costa Rica was a live, 3-day immersive conference held in San José, designed for people who were serious about relocating — not just daydreaming about it. Over three days, attendees got access to real information, vetted experts, and a community of people in the exact same position.
I created this event because I kept seeing the same thing: people were doing endless research online, getting contradictory information, and still feeling paralyzed. What they needed wasn't another YouTube video — they needed to be in the room with someone who had already done it, alongside others making the same leap.
Over 12 events, that's exactly what we built. No countdown timers. No pressure. Just honest, comprehensive education and real connections that made the difference between thinking about it and actually doing it.
— Sarah Elena, Founder
Conference Recap
See what three days in San José looked like
What We Covered
17 topics you won't find in a blog post
3-Day Agenda
How we structured three days
Day 1
Before You Go — Laying the Groundwork
- →True cost of living breakdown by lifestyle
- →Safety: honest data, safe zones, and red flags
- →The expat mindset: what separates those who thrive
- →Legal and financial foundations before you leave
- →Choosing the right area for your lifestyle
Day 2
Touchdown & Transition — Your First 90 Days
- →Residency options and visa acquisition walkthrough
- →Banking, taxes, and financial logistics
- →Healthcare: public CAJA vs. private options
- →Real estate, rentals, and property law
- →Transportation, vehicles, and getting around
- →Cultural norms and what surprises most newcomers
Day 3
Integration & Lifestyle Design
- →Building community as a foreigner
- →Remote work, business setup, and income abroad
- →Pet relocation deep-dive
- →Long-term planning: citizenship, property, legacy
- →Open Q&A with Sarah and local experts
What Was Included
Everything covered, nothing hidden
The Venue
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel – Cariari
San José, Costa Rica · 10 minutes from SJO International Airport
Past Conferences
Moments from the room
Your Host
Sarah Elena
Founder of Costa Relocation & Travel LLC and creator of the Roadmap to Costa Rica conference series. Sarah has helped hundreds of families relocate successfully — and built these events to give people the unfiltered, expert-backed education she wished she'd had.
With 12 conferences completed and a track record of real results, she brings the kind of insight that only comes from being on the ground, doing the work, and staying connected with her clients long after they arrive.
Email List
Be First to Know About the Next Event
The last conference was June 2026 — when the next date drops, it fills up fast. Get on the list and we'll notify you the moment it's announced.