The del-World's Top Retirement Havens

by Dan Thalimer and Carol Thalimer

Here is a guide that reviews the world's top retirement countries, with an emphasis on achieving great comfort on an ordinary income. Included for each country is a complete description of culture and... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1562613774
• ISBN13: 9781562613778
• Release Date: April 1999
• Publisher: Rick Steves
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

The Doors of San Miguel de Allende by Robert deGast

This book is a feast for the eyes and senses. Composed of photographs of doors in the town of San Miguel de Allende, the writer/photographer,Robert de Gast, transports the reader to this incredibly beautiful place.How can mere doors have anything to say? Well, these doors "say" volumes about the charm and elegance of this historical Mexican town. One wants to go there...to walk up to one of those doors...to touch the exquisite brass knockers ...to knock! And, to be let in.Each door is different. Each door is unique. The colors, textures and carvings on the doors add to their individuality and charm. Vamos!

The Best Book I've Seen.

This is the best book that I've seen that explains the pros and cons of top foreign retirement locations.Even if you're not ready to retire, the book is a fascinating explanation of what foreign retirement life is like. These havens aren't specific sites, such as retirement communities: instead, the book provides general information about various countries that are considered ideal for retirement. Most explanations include recommended living areas and places to avoid. Real estate, both rental and ownership, is thoroughly covered. Renting is generally recommended, at least initially. Some countries make real estate ownership for foreigners impractical or impossible. In other countries, the authors explain the easy procedures and how to avoic real estate rip-offs. In alphabetical order, the top retirement havens are Argentina, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Ecuador, France, Great Britain, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, Spain and Thailnad. The appendix includes useful Web sites for Americans living overseas, health insurance informations and other foreign retirement resources. This superb book will make many readers reconsider their retirement plans, especially after learning how economical foreign residency can be. This unique book should just be considered an introduction to the best foreign retirement countries: further study and visits are recommended. On my scale of one to 10, this excellent book rates a 10. Robert Bruss, Tribune Media Services

A useful resource for difficult to find information

This book gave a good overview of countries all of the world where Americans could retire and it tells you where to go for more indepth information. My husband and I keep debating what country sounds best-this week I think it's Portuga1!