Top Retirement Destinations

Hey Tourist! After a long life of hard work and well-earned money, many couples are excited for their retirement when they can truly explore the world and all of the beautiful cultures and traditions that can be found across the globe. Many folks look to find a new home for retiring and for those adventurous enough, a new country. With a new home, come new opportunities to explore the outdoors, meet new people and soak in the sun. With that in mind, the following is a collection of some of the top destinations on earth for retiring.

Florida

Florida is most definitely one of the top destinations to retire for most couples looking to retire in a warm destination. Common for snowbirds who are looking to avoid the cold winters, Florida offers hot weather during the summer and warm conditions for the winter, making it perfect for those seeking comfortable temperatures. Another common reason for retirees to travel to Florida to settle down is due to the active community. Plenty of opportunities to keep busy include golfing, shopping, hiking, beaches and more. Property costs in Florida are affordable, especially for those living on retirement savings which make for an ideal place to bunker down, with plenty of space for the entire family to stay.

Now that you know about the great retirement opportunities available in Florida, the next slide will offer another high-quality spot that is popular with those looking to make the most of their golden years,

Vancouver

Vancouver is the next destination on the list for establishing an ideal permanent living situation in those post-working years. Although the cost of living here is incredibly high compared to a vast majority of other regions across North America, the high prices are for a good reason. Especially in cities like Whistler, the environment is stunning and includes gorgeous mountain terrains and forests for hiking, lush golf courses to spend the afternoon and magnificent bodies of water. Active adult living has boomed in recent years for older communities in Vancouver that are looking to stay in lovely facilities such as Burnaby or Maple Ridge, which incredible with top quality spas, country clubs, and the means to go out and explore a biosphere with awe-striking flora and fauna.

Spending time in Vancouver is quite common for older generations that have finished their careers and enjoy the relaxed life. Following is another excellent retirement location which is also located in Canada.

Muskoka

Muskoka makes for another one of the top-quality destinations for retiring and is located in Northern Ontario, Canada. Known for the great outdoor life and numerous bodies of water and forested areas, the environment here is perfect for those that have plenty of time in their days to explore. Favorite activities up north for those that are retired would be golfing, hiking, boating, visiting the tremendous excellent dining destinations and joining one of the many community clubs to remain actively engaged with the region. Muskoka, however, does receive bitter winters which are plentiful in snow and ice, perfect for snowmobiling and ice fishing, but can make for a long winter. Costs here are quite expensive for housing, but residents will not be disappointed with the quality of life that is associated with such expenses.

Although Muskoka is awesome for those who are slowing down their work commitments and focussing more on leisure activities, the upcoming destination may prove to be just as engaging, if not more.

Colorado

Retirement in Colorado is among the top in the world as couples flock to quaint and vibrant communities. Most sought-after sites here are Boulder and Colorado Springs, which both offer a unique lifestyle. Boulder, fortuned with the stunning Colorado Rockies in the landscape and hundreds of miles of hiking trails, Colorado Springs with a tame climate and few weather extremes making it prime real-estate for those who wish to have a relaxing time year-round. Both, however, bring forth a cultural and educational heritage that offers plenty to do and see in the community, from museums to annual festivals, Colorado has it all.

Now that you are aware of the magnificent opportunities in Colorado, the next destination is one that most overlook at first, however, is a prime overseas site for tucking in.

Abruzzo, Italy

Next up on the docket is a destination that many people overlook at first, but come to love. Abruzzo, Italy is a scenic destination in the gorgeous countryside that is ideal for those looking to settle down for a peaceful life after work. Many characteristics of this Italian gem make it seem like a dream come true. Magnificent beaches that remain mostly unbothered offer warm daily retreats, the ski resorts here vary in difficulty making for an impeccable exercising option for those still looking to be active in their time off. However, one of the greatest draws to this region is the low cost of housing here, ideal for those looking to reserve as much retirement budget as possible, not to mention that the crime rates here are quite small, ensuring that safety is nothing to worry about.

Abruzzo is most-definitely a problematic destination to top for retirement, with scenic landscape and affordable sots. However, upcoming is another European site that just may do the trick.

Hungary

Retirement is an exciting part of life, as the working days are mostly over, most people have a nest egg of money saved and more time to do whatever one wants. Hungary Budapest makes for an ideal place to relocate to in those off years for many reasons. Living costs here, much like Abruzzo, are quite low which allows for a substantial budget. Although prices may be small, the scenery here is incredible, especially in towns such as Balatonfured, Hungary, and Gyor. Countrysides are vast and lush, communities are friendly and engaging, and the populations are booming with the new real estate to visit.

Now that you are aware of all that Hungary has to offer regarding settling down, the following stop on the list will have another option to consider, located in a popular area of Europe.

France

France makes for a pleasant spot to wind down for retirement for many reasons. Surprisingly, the cost of living here is not too expensive. Especially for those older in an age that need medical care, the cost of health expenses in France is a fraction of the prices that US pharmaceutical companies charge. Also, the style of life in locations such as Versailles is simple and laid back which makes for a relaxing destination. Food and leisure activities are among the best in the world in such old towns and located just under a half hour travel from the wonders of Paris.

Following France is difficult due to the great sites it has to offer, although the last slide on the list may just be the top spot yet.

Spain

Next up is Spain, consistently ranked from year to year as one of the top ten destinations to retire in the world. Known for arts, culture and beautiful architecture, there is plenty to do and see here including UNESCO heritage sites such as Basilica, Alhambra and much more. A comfortable environment may be found most destinations in Spain, which is perfect for those seeking temperate climate. Cost of living here is affordable and, again, healthcare costs are incredibly low compared to those that will be common in the USA. Favorite spots such as Barcelona and Madrid are great choices, however more unique places offer new and unique living experience with beautiful flora and fauna to explore as well, such as Malaga and Valencia.