Retire Overseas
Retire Cheap: Great-Value Towns Where You Can Live Better for LessPosted on March 27, 2012 by International Living
At home, prices are rising. It costs more to put gas in the car, buy groceries, and pay for health insurance. At the same time, retirement savings eroded in the market downturn. And with interest rates at near-zero today, it’s difficult to rebuild.
European Island Life for $68 a Day in Valletta, MaltaPosted on January 19, 2012 by anon
I’ve traveled in 92 countries, lived in Thailand and the Middle East, climbed the Pyramids, gone dog-sledding in Finland, trekked in Mali, seen the “gorillas in the mist” in Rwanda, and gone hot-air ballooning over the desert in Australia.
Part-Time Living by Rio del PlataPosted on January 19, 2012 by anon
I first went to Uruguay by ferry in 2003 and it was love at first landing. I was living in Argentina, which meant I could make the hour-long crossing of the River Plate from Buenos Aires to historic Colonia.
The Scores and How Our 2012 Retirement Index WorksPosted on December 31, 2011 by International Living
In our Retirement Index this year, we’ve changed how we do things, narrowing down the countries we focus on to the top 19, and considering each across eight crucial categories: real estate, special retirement benefits, cost of living, ease of integration, entertainment and amenities, health care, retirement infrastructure and climate.
The World’s Top Retirement Havens in 2012Posted on December 31, 2011 by International Living
Look at the right places beyond our borders today, and you’ll find you have more good choices than ever for a comfortable – even a pampered – retirement. In any one of our top 19 havens for 2012, a lifestyle well beyond your reach in the States could be yours for pennies on the dollar. In this, our annual Global Retirement Index, we bring you the top choices available on the planet today.
- You’ll Never Want to Leave Panama’s New Highland Hideaway
Posted on December 20, 2011 by Jessica Ramesch
I’m sipping rich coffee—just poured from a French press—when it happens. A white horse …
- “The Quality of Life is Why We’re Here”
Posted on December 20, 2011 by Lee Harrison
I am relaxing on our front porch at our home in Uruguay, about two …
The World’s Best Retirement HavensPosted on December 20, 2011 by anon
Look at the right places beyond our borders today, and you’ll find you have more good choices than ever for a comfortable – even a pampered – retirement. In any one of our top 19 havens for 2012, a lifestyle well beyond your reach in the States could be yours for pennies on the dollar.
- Adventurous Life in a Himalayan Town
Posted on December 20, 2011 by Katie Hilborn
Expat Juliette Cunliffe gets up at sunrise to enjoy the view from her bedroom. With a home perched high on a ridge above Lake Phewa Tal, she can gaze out at the snow-capped Annapurna mountains, look down at the town of Pokhara along the lakeshore, and plan her day in the lush foothills of the Nepalese Himalayas.
Retire to Paris—Big-City Life in Sophisticated EuropePosted on November 24, 2011 by Pamela Griner Leavy
Day-glow sunrises and sunsets over the River Seine, fresh breakfast croissants on your private balcony overlooking Notre Dame Cathedral, public transportation practically at your doorstep. Try retirement in Paris, France; it’s as romantic and magical as you imagine, and it’s easier than you think.
Take a Yacht and Sail into Retirement on the MediterraneanPosted on October 27, 2011 by Cecilia Campbell
The only sounds are waves lapping against the hull and the occasional fl ap of a sail as it captures the gentle breeze. Gliding through the turquoise waters of the Aegean aboard our yacht Destiny, we’re leaving the Greek island of Milos and heading west into the southern Ionian Sea. Our next destination is Elafonisos, one of the largest inhabited islands in the Peloponnese, known for its sandy beaches.
Shock Announcement About the Easiest Place to RetirePosted on October 10, 2011 by Lee Harrison
Choosing a destination that’s easy to retire in can often mean missing out on the wonder, awe and adventure of a new land and a new beginning.
Medieval Spain for $539 a MonthPosted on August 22, 2011 by Glynna Prentice
I’m in Cuenca, a provincial capital less than an hour by train from Madrid. For budding expats who dream of living in Spain, provincial cities like Cuenca are a great option. It’s within 60 minutes of Madrid and offers a relaxed, inexpensive lifestyle in a scenic setting.
Monthly Budgets in Ecuador: The Most Affordable Retirement Haven in the WorldPosted on August 22, 2011 by Robert Carry
Ecuador came out tops in International Living’s Retirement Index. A key plus point is the low cost of living. These detailed monthly budgets will give you an idea of what expats are living off in the most affordable retirement haven in the world.
The World’s Best Retirement Haven in 2011Posted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
In IL’s annual Global Retirement Index, we rank the top 23 places in the world to retire — and lay out why they make sense — so you can more easily target the destination that’s right for you. The 23 countries are rated out of 100 points in categories such as real estate prices, cost of living, culture, health care, special benefits for retirees, infrastructure, safety/stability and climate.
Colombia’s Remedy for the Big City BluesPosted on July 20, 2011 by Eva Bartlett
Every day, I walk to work past houses framed with bright bursts of flowers, whose owners unfailingly smile and call out a greeting. I have moved to Chia, Colombia, 45 minutes north of Bogota.
Finding Adventure in RetirementPosted on July 20, 2011 by International Living
Three ex-pats in three different countries tell the story of how and why they made a new life for themselves abroad.
- Seven Easy, Affordable Retirement Spots
Posted on July 20, 2011 by International Living
Darrell and Amy are just two of the thousands of expats who have made a new home abroad in a place where it’s relatively easy to settle in. Should that be your top priority when choosing a locale overseas?
How to Build a Dream House in PanamaPosted on May 15, 2011 by Jessica Ramesch
Building a home overseas is one of the greatest challenges you can take on. But ask Doug Mannell, 66, and his wife Linda, 63, and they say: “Sure, we’d do it again.”
It’s not for everyone, but building your own home can be immensely rewarding.
Luxury Retirement on Your Social Security CheckPosted on September 7, 2010 by International Living
Whether your retirement is fast approaching or just something you often find yourself dreaming about, you’ve probably imagined spending it in some far-flung tropical haven. Retiring in the U.S has become expensive…but in the right places overseas, you can afford a luxury retirement on your social security check.
Video: Worldwide Opportunities for Fun, Travel, Adventure, Romance and ProfitsPosted on May 13, 2010 by Bill Bonner
In this video International Living’s founding publisher, Bill Bonner, discusses the opportunities for fun, travel, adventure, romance and profits that exist around the world.
Video Postcard: Retiree Benefits of Panama’s Pensionado ProgramPosted on May 11, 2010 by Jessica Ramesch
In this video postcard, you’ll learn about a way to pay less than everyone else for most things in Panama care of the the many retiree benefits of Panama’s Pensionado Program.
Don’t Tell Me Where I Can’t GoPosted on May 10, 2010 by Len Galvin
A heaving mailbag this week, which I’ll get to in a moment.
Retiree Benefits in Panama Draws Thousands of North AmericansPosted on May 7, 2010 by Jessica Ramesch
For anyone considering long-term plans in Panama, the benefits could be substantial.
Cuenca, Ecuador – IL’s No. 1 Retirement HavenPosted on April 30, 2010 by Suzan Haskins
I’ll always think of Cuenca as the city where women wear pants and dogs wear skirts.
A friend says the ratio of women to men in Cuenca is 2:1, and everywhere you look you’ll see female shopkeepers, waitresses, salespeople, business owners, police officers, etc.
The World’s Six Top Destinations for Easy RetirementPosted on March 11, 2010 by Dan Prescher
Where are the best places to find an easy retirement? InternationalLiving.com staff pick their Top Six destinations for smooth, trouble-free retirement.
- Retire for Less (and Live Better)
Posted on February 11, 2010 by International Living
Think you can’t afford to retire? Think again! There is no reason to put …
- Retire Overseas: Why You Should Consider It
Posted on February 11, 2010 by Suzan Haskins
With retirement savings dwindling, more and more of us are wondering if we’ll be able to retire as planned.
Seven Ways to Ease Into Your New Life OverseasPosted on February 1, 2010 by Lee Harrison
I’ve lived overseas for more than eight years now. In that time, I’ve seen dozens of people transition smoothly and successfully to a new life abroad. But I’ve also witnessed a few disasters. Here are the top seven items I think are most critical when it comes to an easy move overseas.
- Where Are Canadians Living Abroad?
Posted on November 11, 2009 by gperry2
According to recent studies, 57 per cent of Canadians living abroad can be found …
- Live Better for Less: The Best Places to Retire In the World
Posted on November 10, 2009 by Suzan Haskins
The Best Places to Retire In the World Are you daydreaming about retirement? And …
- Looking for the Best Place to Retire?
Posted on October 12, 2009 by gperry2
The best place to retire may not be where you think. And the best …
Remember when everyone wanted to retire at 55?Posted on October 9, 2009 by Suzan Haskins
Remember when everyone wanted to retire at 55?
Thanks to the global economic crash, some people who wanted to retire at 55 are now thinking they’ll have to keep working – possibly past their 60s!
- How Much Money Do I Need to Retire?
Posted on October 9, 2009 by Suzan Haskins
How much money do I need to retire is a question people are asking …
- Can I Retire Early? Not Only That, But Should I Retire Early?
Posted on January 22, 2009 by Suzan Haskins
In 1989, my father accepted an early retirement package from Ma Bell, and in …
A good life in the Third WorldPosted on December 25, 2007 by Paul Terhorst
In this issue we present our annual Quality of Life Index. The U.S. looks like a pretty good choice for retirees. That’s good news, now that the collapsing dollar makes the rest of the world so much more expensive. Still, Vicki and I choose to live abroad. We’re Americans, but since 1981 (except for brief periods in Austin, Texas and in Las Vegas in the 1990s), we’ve lived overseas. Why? We have a spirit of adventure, the key to a quality retired life abroad.
