I’ve been thinking about this. I’m seriously thinking of going to Australia. IMHO, our country has about three to six years on its present course before we go Greek.
On to the list:
Merida, Mexico
No thanks. I’d like to stay alive and avoid being kidnapped.
Lunigiana, Italy
Italy’s about to implode.
Bocas del Toro, Panama
See Mexico.
Granada, Nicaragua
See Mexico.
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Srsly?
Roatan, Honduras
See Mexico.... no it’s not that bad but it has that potential. I have a friend with in-laws down there and he tells me it’s nice.
Bearn, France
France would be a nice country to live except its filled with French people.
Corozal Town, Belize
People say nice things about Belize. They speak English for one. Labor is so cheap that Expats have a very hard time getting their wives to come back to the US.
Have you checked it? You can’t just “go” to Australia or New Zealand or a lot of other places unless you are:
rich (can deposit millions, or start a business and employ people)
young (check ageism in Australia)
in some places, speak the language (speaking french gets you extra points for Canaduh
Many so-called civilized countries set a high bar for immigration, no indication the hollywooders or global elitists at the UN have accused them of violating human rights
Roatan is different than the main land. Much different: it runs off of tourism, so they don’t suffer any foolishness.
With that said you MUST ensure the property you are buying is clear of any lien. There was a scam involving judges giving property back to the sellers because of bribes.
If it came down to it, I think I’d probably move to Palau. Beautiful scenery, friendly people, and plenty of fish and shellfish to live off of if things go to pot worldwide. About the only drawbacks are the heat (can get up to 125-130) and the occasional typhoon.
What about Sicily or Crete? Chania, Crete is a lovely port town and is near a U.S. Navy base. The people are friendly, the weather is gorgeous nine months out of the year and winters are very mild—low 40s or so. The food is awesome, blending Italian and Greek cuisines, but there are plenty of Greek dishes to satisfy any palate. The beaches are beautiful, bringing summer visitors from mainland Europe and Scandinavia. Shopping is economical and there are many bargains on jewelry and leather goods.
When Obamacare passed I was on a screed to move to Australia. I am not looking so flipin' crazy now....