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The Top 10 Best Places to Retire in the Mediterranean
When you’re searching for a new home to enjoy your retirement, there are a few different
factors you’ll want to think about, including the climate, cost of living, crime rates,
and lifestyle. The Mediterranean has a few hidden gems that could be a perfect place to settle
for your golden years. These are the ten best places to live on the Mediterranean coast.
NR.1 St. Julian’s, Malta Living on an island isn’t for everyone,
but Malta offers several different perks for people beginning their retirement. St. Julians
is located right on the East coast of the island and has a lot of things to do, including shopping,
bars, restaurants, movie theaters, and marinas. There’s an annual jazz festival and many
historical sites to discover. Spinola Bay has traditional fishing boats, plus Spinola Palace,
a baroque-era mansion. The cost of living is considerably cheaper than in the United States
and most of Europe. Depending on where you settle in the area, the cost of living can be 35% cheaper
than urban living in the US. If you enjoy being close to the ocean, you are never far from the
sea. Plus, 300 days of sunshine every year reduces stress and a pleasant retirement lifestyle.
NR.2 Málaga, Spain Málaga is a port city on southern Spain’s Costa
del Sol. It has all the benefits of a big city, but it still offers a quiet, small-town atmosphere
if that’s what you’re looking for. It is also a very walkable city which is helpful for retirees
who don’t want to have to travel far to get their daily necessities. Málaga is just to the east of
Gibraltar, with a climate similar to Southern California in the United States. It is another
Mediterranean destination that boasts 300 days of sunshine a year. The city is a living museum with
artifacts from the Phoenician, Roman, Arab, and Christian eras to give you a chance to tap into
your inner Indiana Jones. Every year there is a carnival in town in February, where the whole city
marches to the beach with a giant statue. Málaga is also host to one of the area’s most popular
film festivals. Málaga is literally the happiest place on earth, being named “The Happiest City on
Earth” by the Happiness Institute in 2019. NR.3 Agios Nikolaos, Greece
Greece, my home country, is quite affordable as a retirement destination compared to the
United States and other European countries. Agios Nikolaos on the Island of Crete, where I am from,
is a great spot if you’re looking for peace in your retirement. It’s a beautiful seaside town,
which is also a popular destination for tourists thanks to its beaches and the mild climate all
year long. As you would expect in Greece, it is a port city with tree-lined pedestrian trails,
cobalt blue waters, hidden churches, and a small lake surrounded by restaurants and rocky cliffs.
It has become one of the best places to live on the Mediterranean coast because
of its mix of gorgeous natural landscape and ancient architecture. Life here moves at a
very slower pace than other places in Europe. The island of Crete and Agios Nikolaos still
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publish a new video. NR. 4 Taranto, Italy
If you’re looking for a new home on the water with a lot of access to great places but tends
to be overlooked by the tourist crowd, Taranto might be a great retirement destination for you.
Taranto is called the “City on Two Seas” because it sits right on the heel of the boot
on the Salento peninsula, separating the Ionian and Adriatic Seas. Even though it is not a popular
tourist destination, it is a port town, and like most communities in the Mediterranean,
there’s plenty of history, and you won’t be lacking things to do. Activities in the area
include sailing and diving. Plus, the Salento region grows over 50 red and white wine varieties.
Taranto offers a lower cost of living all-year-round than most places in the
Mediterranean, so you’ll have plenty of money left over to make the most of your surroundings.
NR.5 Montpellier, France If you’re looking for endless sunny skies
and mild winters but aren’t afraid of learning French, Montpellier might be a great retirement
option. Montpellier is centrally located, four hours from Nice, Barcelona, and Paris. It’s not
a popular tourist spot, so it’s an excellent place to live if you want relative peace and
to feel like a local. Montpellier boasts a warm and sunny climate and offers a slower pace of life
than many other French cities. It’s a university town that boasts orchestras, music and film
festivals, nightlife, incredible restaurants, and museums. In addition to all of the indoor fun,
if you enjoy the outdoors, this bike-friendly city has over 90 miles of bike paths,
including some that lead directly to the beach. NR.6 Thessaloniki, Greece If you love food,
Thessaloniki is the food capital of Greece and might be the best retirement destination for you.
If you like the idea of living in an affordable city with access to multiple nearby vacation
spots, it’s a great fit. Like the rest of Greece, Thessaloniki has more than its share of historical
buildings and ruins to check out, and it also provides easy access to Eastern European cities
and countries. The climate in Thessaloniki offers a change of pace from a lot of Mediterranean
destinations with warm summers and snowy winters. If you love the idea of living in
a country like Greece, but you’re intimidated by the high cost of larger places like Athens
or cities full of tourists, Thessaloniki might be the perfect alternative.
NR.7 Piran, Slovenia Slovenia is not a country that jumps to people’s
minds when they think about the Mediterranean, but it has its pros as a retirement destination.
Piran is a small town dating back to medieval times located along the Mediterranean Sea.
It is rich in history, museums, and culture. Slovenia is mainly known for winter sports,
but it also has pleasant summers. Piran boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in
the entire Mediterranean. The cost to live in Slovenia is very low, and on a modest budget,
you can easily afford to live in comfort. Slovenia is a beautiful and safe country to
spend your retirement and enjoy the same standard of living as the US and the rest of Europe.
NR.8 Valencia, Spain Valencia is the third-largest city in Spain,
but at the same time, it offers a small-town feel. This is part of the reason why it’s so
appealing to retirees. The city of Valencia has one of the oldest historical centers in Europe,
dating back to Roman times. The city has a quaint feel to it, and the downtown area is filled with
hip bars, restaurants, and shopping options. The local area deeply influences valencia’s cuisine
with plenty of locally sourced dining options. Valencia boasts 300 days of sunshine per year
and a climate characterized by mild winters and high temperatures in summer. Public transport is
reliable and cheap in Valencia. Valencia is also a very bikeable city, with bike lanes everywhere
and even rental bikes all over the city. Plus, Valencia has some of the best beaches in Spain.
NR.9 Pescara, Italy The majority of people searching for
a place to retire want to end up in a warm climate with a safe area and a low cost of living. Pescara
has everything you need to enjoy your retirement years. It has tons of shopping, restaurants, and
entertainment. It is also a popular destination for tourists from all over Italy and the rest of
Europe. Pescara is a historic city founded by the Ancient Romans over two thousand years ago, and it
has always been an important commercial port in Italy. The entire area has pleasant weather all
year, whether you choose to settle in the city or one of the nearby regions. The Abruzzo region of
Italy has been named one of the best places in the world to retire by Live and Invest Overseas.
NR.10 Split, Croatia Croatia is another country that does
not immediately come to mind when people think of Mediterranean destinations. It has lots of beaches
and Split has the most beautiful in the country. Split is another great place for history buffs,
like many places on this list, since you’ll have easy access to some of Europe’s most fascinating
historical sites. The cost of living in Croatia is higher than many of its Eastern European
neighbors, but prices are still very low compared with Western Europe and the United States,
making it ideal for your retirement years. Split enjoys a similar climate to most of
the other options in the Mediterranean, with mild winters and hot summers.
There are plenty of sunny days to enjoy the stunning crystal blue waters
and white sand beaches each year. There are many options, but the best place to retire
in the Mediterranean all depends on what features are most important to you.
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