Retire in style without breaking the bank. Discover 7 affordable countries where you can enjoy luxury living on a budget.

One of the main reasons is cost, as many countries offer a lower cost of living than the U.S. When you’re relying on Social ...

Panama has claimed the top spot in International Living’s Annual Global Retirement Index for 2025, unseating Costa Rica, which dropped to third place behind Portugal, according to the report released ...

The Joy Of Being An Expat In Costa Rica. Living as an expat in Costa Rica can be a uniquely rewarding experience, filled with opportunities for personal growt, cultural enrichment, and an enhanced ...

In Costa Rica, pura vida is a way of life. There's a guessable translation – "pure life" or "simple life" – but it's only by visiting the country, with your feet on the ground and your senses wide ...

Anyone who has lived here more than a few months is well aware of the myriad problems present in 21st century Costa Rica: Violent crime (our murder rate per capita is not far behind that of Chicago); ...

Ultimately, the decision to move abroad in retirement may be one of the biggest decisions of Neil’s life. Before he makes his ...

If you’re thinking about retiring abroad, you’re in good company. According to the Foreign Affairs Manual, more than 760,000 Americans received Social Security benefits while living outside the United ...