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Bernal,
Queretaro, Mexico
U.S. expatriate retiree Peter Shuster is back
with a profile of a Mexican town named Bernal. Located in
the State of Queretaro, this quaint spot is home to a volcanic
mountain that is said to possess mystical powers, giving the
residents of Bernal extraordinary longevity.
Ensenada,
Mexico
When it comes to retirement in Mexico, a few
destinations come to mind, and Ensenada is one of them. No
longer a sleepy fishing village, this coastal destination is the
third largest city in Baja California and home to nearly 20,000
U.S. expats, many of them retirees. Mild weather, a lower
cost of living and close proximity to the international border
are why U.S. retirees make the move to Ensenada.
Tequisquiapan,
Queretaro, Mexico
Located in south-central Mexico, Tequisquiapan
is a safe, clean and welcoming Colonial city that offers
expatriates a viable alternative to a high-cost retirement in
the United States.
Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
In stable, democratic Uruguay, Colonia del Sacramento is nestled along the water and is picturesque, affordable and packed with historic architecture and old world charm. It also boasts excellent infrastructure, pretty beaches and a mild climate.
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Tambor,
Costa Rica
Calm blue waters, beautiful beaches and long lazy days spent snorkeling, swimming and golfing are just a few reasons why retirees come to peaceful
Tambor, a fishing village and tourist destination nestled along a horseshoe bay on the southern tip of Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula.
Pedasi,
Panama
Along the southeastern tip of Panama's Azuero
Peninsula and off the beaten path, Pedasi is a small surfing and
fishing outpost that is starting to gain attention.
This sleepy village has a rustic charm, solid infrastructure,
friendly residents and a handful of North American residents.
Developers are making their way here, but Pedasi remains caught
in a less hectic time, and the living is easy. Cattle graze in the fields; farmers bring produce to town daily;
the beaches are clean, wild and empty, and the ocean views are
spectacular.
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Brussels,
Belgium
Brussels, Belgium (population
nearly 2 million) is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city and the
administrative capital city of the European Union (and the
smaller City of Brussels within Brussels is the constitutional
capital of Belgium).
Halifax,
Nova Scotia, Canada
Located along the rugged Atlantic
coast, Halifax is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with a rich
maritime history, wonderful architecture and a stunning waterfront
setting. It is a great retirement spot!
Lunigiana, Italy
Lunigiana, nestled between mountains and covered in meadows and chestnut trees, is located in the northern tip of Tuscany and is well off the beaten path. Medieval castles, stone houses and hilltop villages create a dramatic landscape, and homes cost less than might be expected.
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