Best Cities in the World to Meet Retired Single Men and Women
Despite the physical limitations that advanced age brings, it actually frees up an individual to do much more than when he/she was younger. Retirement is a time not only to relax and enjoy the fruits of hard work but look for things to do that one had no time for in the past. And for retired singles, this can mean combining two interests into one – travel and dating; for this purpose here is a brief list of the best cities in the world to meet retired single men and women.
Pittsfield, USA
If one is reluctant to move out of the country and yet wishes to relocate to a place where he/she has the best chances of meeting other retired singles, the place to keep in mind is Pittsfield, Massachusetts. This is because Pittsfield holds the distinction of being the only metro area in the United States where the majority of the 55-and-older population at 52 percent is single 1. But this is not all – in 2009, the city of Pittsfield was chosen to receive a 2009 commonwealth award, Massachusetts' highest award in the arts, humanities, and sciences besides being ranked 20th in the united states as “most secure place to live” among small towns with fewer than 150,000 residents by farmers insurance in 2005. Pittsfield is especially ideal for single retirees looking to settle in a city with a cozy sense of community and security. Many of the Berkshires' oldest homes, dating to the mid-18th century, can be found in Pittsfield, as well as many historic neighborhoods dating from the late 19th century and early 20th century. Even for retired singles who are looking to live it up, the city has a lot to offer in terms of recreation. Cultural attractions like the gilded-age Colonial Theater, the Berkshire museum, the Beacon cinema, the Barrington stage company, Berkshire athenaeum, Wahconah park and Hebert Arboretum are all to be found in downtown Pittsfield. Further away from the city, there are several lakes, wildlife sanctuaries and protected forests which offer a host of outdoor recreational opportunities which are highly favored by healthy retirees who finally have the leisure and resources to enjoy themselves.
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Jacksonville, Florida
If Pittsfield is a good place to find single retirees for demographic reasons, Jacksonville makes it on the list for a combination of financial and natural factors. Florida has long figured as one of the favorite destination for rich retirees in United States - in fact a 2006 report on the top ten cities with the wealthiest households published by financial news website kiplinger.com 2 shows that at least three of them are in the state of Florida. One major reason for this could be because Florida is one of the nine states that provide exemption from personal income tax and thus is a top draw for rich entrepreneurs and inheritors looking to retire in a place where they know they don’t need to share their assets with the government. Besides, the natural beauty of the coast, rivers and miles of white beaches in and around Jacksonville act like a magnet for the well heeled who are eager to live the good life in this pretty spot. . In Jacksonville, the wealthy retirees can be found to own waterfront properties along the St. John River, the Jacksonville Beach or live in century-old mansions in Avondale. The best part about getting to know rich retirees in the exclusive beach resorts, upscale shopping plazas or high end golf resorts is that unlike millionaire executives and financiers, they have only relaxation on their minds and so are welcoming of friendly overtures from other singles.
San José, Costa Rica
Costa Rica, a country in Central America, is regarded as one of the best places to live in the region. This is not only because the country is a coastal paradise, but also because it has been consistently ranked high in human development indices among nations of similar resources. San José is the capital city of Costa Rica and is a great place for single retirees who wish to get close to nature. The country is blessed with varied natural attractions, most of which revolve around the national parks, volcanoes, beaches and nature reserves. More importantly Costa Rica was among the first countries in the world to promote ecotourism and even today it boasts of natural attractions which have been largely kept to their pristine condition. This is especially good news for retirees who can expect to spend their days in lovely environs unspoilt by the uncontrolled tourism. Apart from all this, there are practical benefits also. Costa Rica is one of the few Central American countries where English is widely spoken and then there are tax benefits to settling here as well. There is a wide selection of housing options, much more affordable than in the United States – all these make Costa Rica one of the best places for retired singles.
Athens, Greece
For the retiree who loves history and culture, Greece is an ideal destination to spend leisurely days and meet other singles. While the classical archeological sites and museums continue to be all-time favorites for visitors here, the marinas of Alimos and Flisvos, the thermal springs of the country as well as the modern Mediterranean culture of Greece has garnered much attention in recent times. Above all, prices of property and daily living supplies are comparatively low here which allows retirees to make the most of their resources. On the other hand, those with deep pockets can choose to live at the most exclusive of neighborhoods in Athens like the Kollontai where several upscale restaurants, boutiques and nightclubs are located along with major foreign embassies. However if one wishes to live away from the city center, there are equally elegant places like the Ekali and Politia on the north suburbs and Palaio Psychiko. Not the least of attractions for retirees in Greece is its culinary culture since the Mediterranean diet has been known to be heart-friendly and provide the benefits for a long, healthy life.
Boquete, Panama
One of the world's most established expat retirement communities is Boquete in the mountainous regions of Panama. While there are many exotic coastal locales in this Central American country like La Tablas, Boquete seems to be the preferred choice of settlement for many North American and European retirees on account of its comfortable climate, potable water, clean air and the general environment of tranquility. However for those who prefer a more cosmopolitan locale, the capital Panama City is a good choice since it is the most developed metropolitan area in the region and has a vibrant nightlife. Panama itself offers several incentives to foreign retirees; for instance since the US dollar is the functional currency here, there is no exchange risk for the retiree whose retirement income is denominated in US dollars. Also Panama has international-standard medical facilities, including the Johns Hopkins-affiliated hospital Punta Pacifica while in general one can avail of low cost health insurance since a local policy can be less than U.S $100 a month if one qualifies. One of the main reasons why panama attracts foreign retirees is because of its government policies like user-friendly residency options, including a pensionado visa that comes with lots of discounts, savings as well as other retiree-friendly perks. Finally those retirees looking forward to start an enterprise here can take advantage of affordable costs of doing business and incentive-laden business zones, including, especially, the fast-expanding Panama Pacifico.
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