Episode
House Hunters International: A Complicated Search for the Simple Life in Costa Rica
Overview
After a one-time vacation, a young Canadian is ready to ditch Montreal for simplicity in Costa Rica. She's looking for a more spiritual and nature-infused life, but realizing her big expectations in the small town of San Mateo may be a challenge.
Details
- Series
- House Hunters International
- Season
- Season 193
- Episode
- Episode 2
- Air date
- 2024-04-27
Episode context
A Complicated Search for the Simple Life in Costa Rica is Episode 2 in Season 193 of House Hunters International. It aired on 2024-04-27.
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