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  Nuevo Arenal, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

Nestled in a tropical jungle, charming Nuevo Arenal sits along the edge of Lake Arenal in northwestern Costa Rica and offers expatriates a low cost, relaxed retirement amid waterfalls, hummingbirds and lemon trees.   Real estate starts in the $30,000s.

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.

Meets the U.S. Average Cost of Living

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.

Punta del Este, Uruguay

Along the southern tip of Uruguay, the vibrant resort city of Punta del Este boasts twenty miles of pristine beaches, excellent infrastructure, 5-star hotels and is the place to vacation in this beautiful South American country.  The cost of living meets the U.S. national average; the country is stable and safe, and residency is easy to establish, all reasons that more expat retirees are settling in this seaside locale.


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