From St Louis to Denver because there is a lot of flat nothing between the two

Patel, you have identified one of the key things: Even if you go with a spouse, eventually there will be only one of you, and without family to take care of you, it could be a very lonely existence. In that respect, a country like Singapore, which is very concentrated, with a strong medical program, and with an Asian r...more

Medicare will work in Guam. Guam is about 80% populated by US military and affiliates. It is really pretty isolated, so be aware of that. It is also not all that cheap (surprisingly). They don't really encourage a lot of expat immigration because it is a pretty small place with relatively small infrastructure.

Yikes... exactly the American stereotype we want propagating globally... Yes, you sir definitely sound like a good catch...

Mexico still has deed restrictions within 20 miles of coast, so there is risk. Then again, Thailand also has the same issues for foreigners. There are ways of getting around it by forming a company but it is a hassle

Batavier, thanks. I am from California and have lived last 10 years in NJ. I strongly tried (against my wife's wishes) to get our youngest son to go to Curtin (my preference) or Monash. Instead, we paid 4 times as much for Seton Hall (as NJ has very few in-state public schools, and only 1 of quality) and he has struggl...more

just a couple of other observations: 1. Austria welcomeing to foreigners??? HAHAHAHA... Afraid not. Salzburg is fantastic and very welcoming to TOURISTS, but Austria is not the most open or tolerant society (still a great place...). Vienna is a nice place to look at, but the natives don't like anybody, even other Aust...more

Good luck if you can afford it. Not many can, and the affordability and quality of life go down every year (sadly).

S'pore is an awesome place to work, but not so much to retire. As you said, extremely expensive, though health care and amenites are outstanding. Thailand is good, but the health care is questionable outside Bangkok. Better to go to KL, which has excellent healthcare and is just as inexpensive and welcoming to foreigne...more