We polled 20 people for our little list of business opportunities in the Papagayo region of Costa Rica, and here are the results. Now, this is not Chris or mine, it's just thoughts from people who live here.
- Healthy Fast Food/Salad Bar
- Food Delivery Service
- Beach Front Bar & Restaurant with Air Conditioning
- Smoked Meat Delicatessen/Prepared Salads /Butcher
- French Bakery and Pastry Shop
- Traveling Food Truck
- Beach Club in Coco Open to Public with Adults only section
- Home Inspection Company
- Repair, Maintenance and Remodel Company
- Pet Sitting Service
- Property Staging Company
- Shopping Service
- Official Translator that is fluent in both English and Spanish.
- Appliance Repair Service
- A/C Repair
- Boat Mechanic
- Senior Care Giver (in Home)
- Wedding Planner
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Online-based businesses:
- App Development
- Online contract work where companies allow you to work from home
- Specialized Call Centers
- SEO
- Web Design
- Plumbers
- Chiropractors
- Picture Framing Service
- Home Security Systems Installation and Maintenance Service
- Electrician
- Landscaping Design and Maintenance Service
- Car Mechanic
- Home Audio Theatre Installation Service
- Large Photo Copy Service (for architectural plans, etc.)
- Fabric and Crafts Store
- Office Supply Store with a good selection
- Golf Cart Rentals and Repairs
- Higher quality Jewelry Store.
- Bicycle and Scooter Rentals for kayaks, beach stuff, etc. that deliver them to your vacation rental prior to your arrival and then pick them up after you leave.
- Garden and Home Center with reasonably priced items to outfit your home or condo.
- Car Detailing and Waxing Service
- Exterior Window Washing especially for 2 and 3 story Homes and Condos
- Maid and Cleaning Service with staff that can be hired for individual jobs. Fully Insured.
- Guided Bicycle Tours for Mountain & Road
- Sporting Goods Store
- Clay Tennis Courts