My husband Michael and I had heard a lot about the thriving expat community of Ajijic on the shores of Lake Chapala, Mexico. So when offered a housesit there we jumped at...
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Lake Chapala is Mexico’s largest lake, and the surrounding area is home to the largest concentration of expats in the world.
This article takes a look at the 12 safest places to retire in Mexico. If you wish to skip our detailed analysis on retiring to Mexico by balancing dreams, reality, and safety,...
ferrantraite / iStock.comWith its sunny weather and no state income tax, Florida seems like an ideal place to retire. But the rising cost of living is pricing some retirees out. Fortunately, attractive...
How happy would you be living in Mexico? In order to get some useful guidance, we asked the experts what they thought; not only expats who moved here, but also the Mexicans...
While the term “perfect climate” means something different for everyone, in International Living’s 2024 Annual Global Retirement Index, we’ve compiled a list of countries with the most varied weather systems to suit...
The vast majority of Mexico-based foreign retirees and other older expats are satisfied with their life here and feel safe in the country, according to the results of a recent survey.Conducted by...
By Wendy JusticeIf you’re considering retiring to Mexico, either part-time or full-time, you’re not alone. More than 2 million U.S. and Canadian citizens have moved to Mexico for a better life; it’s...
If you’re considering retirement abroad, you need information, and you need lots of it. But more than that, you need guidance on how to interpret that information. That’s what we’re here for,...
This article takes a look at the 18 cheapest warm places to retire in the world. If you wish to skip our detailed analysis on climate change and retirement, you may go...
Mitch Altman / Flickr.comAccording to International Living, nearly 2 million U.S. citizens have moved to Mexico in pursuit of a better life. Many Americans dream of retiring abroad for the lower cost...
A couple of years ago, Jim Grossestreuer gave his wife JoAnne, age 65, a Christmas gift she’d been wanting for a long time… Cosmetic dental work.Although he knew it wouldn’t be inexpensive,...
The surge in international travel this year is a testament to how much we’ve been craving foreign destinations, along with the diverse mix of people, culture, and cuisine they serve up. And...
ForbesLifestyleTravel Quit Your Job And Move Abroad: 10 Cheapest Places To Live Laura Begley Bloom Senior Contributor Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Transformative Travel: I look at how travel...
Nearly 2 million U.S. citizens have pulled up stakes and moved to Mexico for a better life; it’s the most popular country in the world for Americans who choose to live abroad.Mexico...
By Glynna Prentice & Jessica RameschNow more than ever, solo sun and adventure seekers are starting new lives beyond their home borders…and they match every description imaginable. You’ll find there are plenty...
Long-term/assisted living healthcare isn’t anyone’s favorite topic… But whether you live in North America or overseas, it’s a critical issue that all retirees should address.My husband and I were in our 50s...
It’s 2020, which means you can clearly see what’s ahead. This is the year to live the dream: Quit your day job and move to a foreign country where it costs so...
A mandatory fee paid by visitors arriving in Jamaica covers health care and trip interruption. Pictured, Montego Bay.David Neil Madden | Getty ImagesKelly Hayes-Raitt traded Los Angeles for a small lakeside town...