Why Portugal is the Ultimate Retirement Destination For You

Where you feel safe and find friendly people.

“Portuguese is cheerful and sweet, like a language of birds.” — Paulo Rónai.

Are you considering retiring somewhere with stunning landscapes, great weather, and a more affordable cost of living?

Think about Portugal.

Portugal offers the perfect combination of sun, beaches, and scenery for retirees looking to enjoy the best of life after work. With its mild climate and stunning landscapes, Portugal is a great choice for you who want to fully appreciate your retirement.

Image: Portugal and a church. 2023 Mid-journey Bot and me.

Portugal has golden sand beaches, mountain highlands, sophisticated university towns, and wonderful vineyards.

And, with one of the best healthcare systems in the world and a low cost of living, you’ll be able to enjoy your retirement without breaking the bank.

And if you’re worried about language barriers, don’t be because English is widely spoken in some regions of the country.

Consider retiring to Portugal and enjoying all it has to offer!

Because…

Portugal is a country full of diverse and stunning landscapes and it is a door to other countries with a short flight.

There really is something for everyone in Portugal!

• Great climate. Portugal has a sunny climate. Rain during winter times.
• Trusted healthcare. Portugal has one of the best healthcare systems in the world. Yet private health insurance can cost around $10 a month.
• Safety and stability. Portugal is one of the most peaceful destinations you could ever visit or live in. It's third in the world, after Iceland and New Zealand.

Image: Portugal and me. 2023 Mid-journey Bot and me.

A low cost of living.

• Dine at a Michelin restaurant for $30
• rent an ocean-view one-bedroom condo on a golden-sand island for around $570 a month
• play a round of golf on one of the Algarve courses for $55

English is widely spoken.

Portuguese is the official language of Portugal. But in the main regions of the country, the big cities, you can easily get by with English.

Portugal has white-washed villages with terra cotta roofs, cobblestone streets and elegant palaces, sandy beaches, and green golf courses.

You find all that and much more in Portugal.

It is for those who dream of retiring to a place with beautiful scenery, better weather, and a far better cost of living.

Also, almost everything in Portugal is less expensive than you’re used to.

A restaurant lunch, including wine, often comes in at less than $10 per person, and a coffee at a sidewalk café costs less than a dollar.

You could expect to reduce your total expenses to about one-third to one-quarter of what you spend now.

You can also think about the "Ilha da Madeira" outside main Portugal.

Things Portugal is famous

• Fado music. Fado has a special place in a Portuguese person’s heart. In 2011, fado was added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
• 300+ days of sun.
• Codfish obsession.
• Cristiano Ronaldo’s birthplace.
• Home to Port wine. And many other kinds of wines.
• The largest cork producer in the world.
• The site of the Miracle of Fatima.
• The country of Azulejo tiles. Azulejo tiles are not just decorative, they usually tell a story of major cultural aspects of Portuguese history.

Couples can live comfortably and happily on as little as $2,200 a month, sometimes less. That includes rent, utilities, internet, a health plan, transportation, household help, and more.

In Portugal, there’s something for everyone…

“Peace, love, and exploring Portugal.”

If you need more specific information about the country leave a comment below. I visit Portugal two months ago. And I speak Portuguese.

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