The Best Regions in the World for Retirement 2025
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In Mexico there are several places where you don't need to speak Spanish. Places like the Riviera Maya, Lake Chapala, San Miguelle de Allende, Puerto Vallarta etc where a lot of locals speak English.
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This is very informative, thank you Are there concerns with crime in Panama City? I visited it years ago and recall that being an issue then
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Hello,
I would say that Nice is my top pick. It seems like a big city, but it's actually not by US standards. Every time I've visited, I've walked everywhere and not needed public transportation - although it's available. There's an airport in the city proper which is a huge plus. The next would be Avignon. Great train service and a good mix between urban with a small-town feel. There was an interview in IL magazine about a woman who moved there from Los Angeles and loves it. Also, check out Pau. It's a completely different feel than the other two as it's in the southwest and not near the sea. Very urban, green city surrounded by beautiful mountains.
Tuula, IL France Correspondent
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What are squatters rights in Panama? Our home would be vacant for many months at a time.
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In Mexico there are several places where you don't need to speak Spanish. Places like the Riviera Maya, Lake Chapala, San Miguelle de Allende, Puerto Vallarta etc where a lot of locals speak English. But it's fun to learn and always appreciated.
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Yes, search the Facebook groups that pertain to Portugal like Long Term Rentals Portugal or many of the others. Connect with expats on these groups who know people that have rentals. There are plenty of rentals available. Also look at Idealista.com a common website used here.
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Hello,
I would check out Nice or Lyon in France. Most of the expats I know there don't have a car and take public transport... and also the train for visiting other parts of the country, and even other parts of Europe. Nice is especially interesting as it has an airport in the city.Tuula, IL France Correspondent
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I forgot to mention that you can only stay for up to 90 days without a visa, unless you have an EU passport.
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Thank you for your feedback!
Tuula, IL France Correspondent
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Train travel is throughout Portugal and the ocean is never far away.
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which part of portugal has the clodest living to the beach but still isolated from the crowds?
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Ehat health insurance do you use in Mexico and or can you keep your Medicare and fly home for any serious issues?
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I've been exploring a website called KimKim which has listed itineraries for many locations. Good luck.
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good afternoon, I’m going to be starting a roaming retiree plan this year, but I’ve gotten conflicting answers on medical care available. What kind of medical plan do I need to live in a country for one month or two say France or Italy? I have international Blue Cross, but I’m told that I would have to pay out-of-pocket and then get reimbursed by the insurance company. Are there any health medical plans if an emergency were to arise in the country? I’m staying in?
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What is the best pkace for a single elderly women to live with a limited budget? Not a beach person. and no car. -
Can we get emails for some of the individuals in the Community Workshop today for specific questions? In particular Jess Ramesch and Bel Woodhouse.
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Hello,
There are English friendly cities in France. One of them is Nice and Paris is good too. Of course you'll pick up a lot of the language when you live there.
Tuula, IL France Correspondent
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