What Costa Rica's Growth Means for Locals and How Expats Can Help
Second Breakfast SWA Podcast
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42m
Former pro surfer and Costa Rican local Andrea Díaz joins Holly to discuss how tourism and foreign investment are transforming Costa Rica’s coastal communities. Andrea shares her journey from competitive surfing to community advocacy and motherhood, while also highlighting how expats can support sustainable development, respect local culture, and help create conscious and collaborative opportunities for all in Costa Rica.
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