Ajijic (pronounced ah-hee-HEEK) is a remarkably picturesque and friendly colonial town, a 500-year-old village on the shores of Lake Chapala, Mexico’s largest.

May 13, 2024 · The 2024 Overseas Retirement Index presents our selection of the world’s best places to retire overseas this year.. Our 10 winning destinations—plus three up-and-coming spots—are beautiful, welcoming, and safe havens that offer compelling lifestyle opportunities. Depending on your priorities (be they health care, cost of living, English-speaking, or something else entirely) and where in ...

Mar 31, 2022 · Financing Options. Panamanian banks will grant mortgages to foreigners (residency isn’t required), but it’s a tedious process. The list of documentation you’ll need is long, and includes a passport, reference from a bank in your home country, tax returns to prove income, and documents proving the value of the property you’re purchasing.

Jan 17, 2025 · While areas of Mexico have experienced a rapid rise in prices, in 2025 you can still find plenty of opportunities for cheap real estate. Beachfront property is expensive, but for those who love the fresh air and the spectacular views of mountainside living, Mexico is perfect.

Sep 26, 2024 · Bocas Del Toro. Bocas del Toro is a province with white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, vast water sports, and a laidback lifestyle.. It’s home to a large expat community and English is widely spoken. This is one of the few places where …

Dec 3, 2024 · Jamaicans are warm and welcoming. The island offers endless diversions. Golf is becoming a selling point, and Jamaica’s golf courses attract tourists from around the world.

Jan 20, 2022 · 4. The Amenities. Cari wasn’t the only one who named Coronado’s amenities as one of its main draws. Until recently, the area had few options for modern retail and grocery shopping.

Sep 3, 2024 · More importantly, Mexico is an all-around appealing place to live.It’s a land of ancient history with a rich modern culture and world-renowned cuisine. It has beautiful landscapes, including beautiful beaches on its Pacific and Caribbean coasts, and its weather is warm year-round.

Dec 27, 2024 · Costa del Este is Panama City’s most exciting neighborhood. It stands out for being the only master-planned community in the city. If you took a quick tour, you’d noticed the wide, well-paved roads with sidewalks, the abundant parking spaces, and the overall high-quality of construction and infrastructure.

Jan 21, 2025 · Rich And Famous Expat Beach Town: Contadora Island. Isla Contadora is one of the Pearl Islands, a cluster of around 200 islands just off the coast of Panama City.They found early notoriety as an offshore base for pirates who would hoard gold on the islands.