If you want to be centrally located to everything Costa Rica has to offer, look for a teaching job in Alajuela. This city was once the capital, and is often called the City of Mangos because of the many mango trees in central park. It is quite popular with tourist for the constant 70 degree year-round weather, as well as its convenience to San Jose just 13 miles away.
The smallish city has many outdoor adventures to offer its residents, and is surprisingly lively at night. It is a great place to look for jobs as many business professionals are looking to brush up on their English skills but be prepared to spend your monthly salary on living costs. Elle loved living in this city, and shares her secrets of Costa Rica here.
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