Episode
House Hunters International: Looking for Less in Costa Rica
Overview
A Los Angeles executive assistant looks to refocus on herself and move to Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. She has big plans for a more simple life, but on her scaled-down budget, giving up the opulent amenities she's used to will be a challenge.
Details
- Series
- House Hunters International
- Season
- Season 185
- Episode
- Episode 6
- Air date
- 2023-05-09
Episode context
Looking for Less in Costa Rica is Episode 6 in Season 185 of House Hunters International. It aired on 2023-05-09.
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