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Where to Retire

where to retire for US expats

Know you want to retire abroad but don’t where? Looking for help finding your personal paradise? International Living has over 30 years of on-the-ground experience in the countries that we think are the best places around the world for retiring, investing, and reinventing yourself right now. We've done the research...you've done the dreaming. With IL correspondents around the globe, we'll help you make those dreams a reality.

So, what makes for the perfect retirement location? That is of course entirely subjective. But, what we do know is, climate, affordability, good healthcare, and a healthy lifestyle are the cornerstones of a happy and fulfilling retirement. In fact, all of the countries we cover in our Annual Retirement Index score highly in these categories.

With IL correspondents living in Central America, South America, Southeast Asia, and Europe, we have you covered when it comes to finding your perfect retirement overseas. If you have ever dreamed of an idyllic life in Tuscany, a cosmopolitan lifestyle in Panama, a slice of paradise in Thailand, or a sun kissed beach adventure in Mexico, we have the experts who have been there…and are still doing that.

Having moved overseas and immersed themselves in the destinations where they live and learned their lessons the hard way, our experts are ideally placed to compare, contrast, and bring nuanced insight to the most appealing retirement destinations in the world.

This on the ground experience means we know the do’s and don’ts of moving abroad and can highlight the best way to make sure this transition is easy for you.

You can get all the tips, tricks, advice, and recommendations you need to make an informed decision. Our extensive library of articles below will give you new ideas about places to visit, invest, or live where you can find your perfect retirement.

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Live the Laidback Caribbean Dream From $1,800 a Month

Live the Laidback Caribbean Dream From $1,800 a Month

By Ann Kuffner |
November 23, 2016

With its relaxed Caribbean lifestyle and spectacular beauty, Belize’s Placencia Peninsula has proven irresistible to a growing number of expats. This popular retirement and tourism destination boasts 17 miles of golden-sand beaches on the shores of the Caribbean Sea.

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Five Easy Places to Move Overseas

Five Easy Places to Move Overseas

By International Living |
November 18, 2016

Many people toy with the idea of living in another country but think it’s too expensive or just too complicated to figure out. Pick the right place, however, and moving overseas can be more affordable and easier than you probably imagine.

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We Found Our Snowbird Nest in Western Panama

We Found Our Snowbird Nest in Western Panama

By Larke Newell |
November 17, 2016

Seven years ago, hating the cold and dreary winters in British Columbia, Canada and worrying about the cost of living there when we would soon be living on our pensions, my husband, Gary, and I began researching where our next home would be.

Read More : We Found Our Snowbird Nest in Western Panama
5 Popular Expat Activities in Grecia, Costa Rica

5 Popular Expat Activities in Grecia, Costa Rica

By Greg Seymour |
November 12, 2016

Grecia is a medium-sized town with little in the way of tourist-driven infrastructure. However, this doesn’t mean that there isn’t plenty to do here. Grecia’s large and active expat community organize many groups and activities to keep its residents occupied, while the town’s mountainous setting is also perfect for outdoor adventure.

Read More : 5 Popular Expat Activities in Grecia, Costa Rica
The 5 Best Places to Move to if You Don’t Like the Election Results

The 5 Best Places to Move to if You Don’t Like the Election Results

By International Living |
November 3, 2016

Amy Schumer said she’d move to Spain. Bryan Cranston said he’d move to Canada. Jon Stewart said he’ll move to another planet. At last count, 23 celebrities have claimed they’ll leave the country if their preferred candidate doesn’t win the presidential election...

Read More : The 5 Best Places to Move to if You Don’t Like the Election Results
Enjoy Great Healthcare and a Low Cost of Living in Grecia, Costa Rica

Enjoy Great Healthcare and a Low Cost of Living in Grecia, Costa Rica

By Greg Seymour |
October 27, 2016

Part of the reason my wife and I chose to begin our Costa Rican adventure in the Central Valley town of Grecia was its proximity to San José and the airport, as well as the beautiful scenery and temperate climate.

Read More : Enjoy Great Healthcare and a Low Cost of Living in Grecia, Costa Rica
The 5 Best Regions to Meet Expats in Belize

The 5 Best Regions to Meet Expats in Belize

By Ann Kuffner |
October 27, 2016

If you’re considering Belize as a possible place to live, there are five regions where most expats settle. Each of these regions offers a somewhat different lifestyle, and the cost of living varies accordingly. In each region you’ll find at least one hub where expats gather to socialize.

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In Photos: The Many, and Often Surprising, Faces of Panama City

In Photos: The Many, and Often Surprising, Faces of Panama City

By Jessica Ramesch |
October 25, 2016

Those gleaming towers by the Panama Bay…how they sparkle at night. They are the reason visitors are often astonished to see such a modern looking city in Central America.

Read More : In Photos: The Many, and Often Surprising, Faces of Panama City
Rent From $400 a Month in León, Nicaragua

Rent From $400 a Month in León, Nicaragua

By Bonnie W. Hayman |
October 16, 2016

So much history took place in León: It was the capital of Nicaragua for many years, it’s home to the National Autonomous University of Nicaragua, the second oldest university in Central America founded in 1518, and is considered the intellectual and political center of the country.

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“Our Rent in Ireland is a Third of What We Paid in California”

“Our Rent in Ireland is a Third of What We Paid in California”

By Nancy Hunt |
October 14, 2016

Before moving to Ireland, my husband Joe and I knew we wanted to live an international lifestyle. But where? We researched all sorts of places: big cities, small towns, beaches, mountains, and deserts. The connection with my Irish ancestry finally became our turning point.

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