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Retirement Cities in Mexico

Monday, October 12th, 2009

Why choose Mexico as a Place for Retirement?

There are quite a few interesting cities and towns in Mexico that can be chosen for the ideal retirement destination for those who are willing to explore different lifestyle than the one they have being living their entire life till now.

• There are quiet places where one can relax and not have a care in the world. Hospitable people, excellent cuisine and beautiful surrounding make the places in this country worth choosing for a retirement destination.

• However, if you are one for the noise and people then too you have a wide range of choices from the many cities that sport the urban bustle and collaborate the cultural and historical aspect of the region perfectly with it.

Pueblo
Pueblo is a very good choice as a city for retirement. The city is steeped in 16th and 17th century architecture that dates back to the pre-Columbian era. The Latin-American culture is very much present in the present day and age and this is reflected in the abundant universities, colleges, commercial places and restaurants that not only serve traditional cuisine but also international spreads.

Pueblo is known for its ancient art of pottery known as talavera. It is also full of museums which are proof of the cultural aspect of the city. The city boasts of being the mole of Mexico as far as cuisine is concerned. In 1862 the French people were defeated by the Mexican soldiers in this city which has given the city the name of “Cinco de Mayo”.

Mexican Riviera
The city of Ensenada in Baja California along with Puerto Escondido and that of Oaxaca’s Huatulco outline the Mexican Riviera. This destination is also blessed with more than a thousand miles of the Pacific coastline on its west, making it one picturesque retirement destination in Mexico.

In addition to the coastline the Sierra Madre Mountains also border this city which makes the place even more beautiful. It was named Mexican Riviera by American cruises which passed its shores. Now it has become the fourth most popular beach vacation destinations in the world with more than 300 cruises stopping at its coast every year with tourists from all over the world.

Unfortunately only 10% of the area of this city is accessible to tourists. The rest of it is deemed “ejido”.

Since the land here is primarily used for cultivation and farming from the time that it was handed over during the Mexican Revolution, most of it still falls out of regulations and private ownerships.

A small part of the land is allowed for foreigners to own as “excritura” in accordance with a 50 year bank trust.

If you want to experience the rich culture of the Spanish natives who live here and absorb their delicious cuisine, melodious music and beautiful people, then Mexico is the place for you to be once you retire from your job.

You will definitely enjoy the fruits and vegetables that are fresh and delicious, unlike the packed ones that you find in the colder regions. Living expenses are much lower in the cities of Mexico which makes retired life a blessing for all.

Mexican Retirement Villages

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

For citizens of USA and Canada, retiring to Mexico has slowly become one of the most popular forms of retirement from their jobs. Baby Boomers everywhere have identified retiring to Mexico as the best step to take. Their friends and relatives have done the same. But before actually taking the big step, one has to know all the technicalities, such as where to retire to, and which locations are most economically viable and which places have the most number of amenities? Mexico after all, might seem to be an alien place and its best to do one’s research first.

Ajijic Real Estate

The United Mexican States, also known as Mexico, is this popular to retirees because it has the best retirement deals for foreign retirees. Ajijic Real Estate in Mexico could be just what you’re looking for. It has already proved to be the right choice for baby boomers who thought they’d have to put their retirement plans on hold. Ajijic homes have shot up quality wise and their sales are extremely good, considering the deplorable state of the global economy in other sections of the world. Ajijic realty is slowly transforming from a seller’s market to a buyer’s market.

When it comes to selling property the Ajijic way, a delayed market reaction is guaranteed. Ajijic real estate also seems to operate in a separate reality, but it has some seriously good deals as well.

Popular Tourist Spots

  • Mazatlan, Acapulco, and Playa del Carmen are popular tourist spots and generally consist of an extremely high standard of living. The ocean air in these parts is very calming and good for the body. This is a good getaway for those who wish to be ‘far from the madding crowd’. Rocky point and San Felipe are great places to stay in as they are extremely close to the United States and hence are great choices for destinations to retire to in Mexico.
  • Americans, Canadians and also Europeans consider Mexico to be the place of choice for retirement destinations because it offers value for money, scenic beauty, a great climate and lots of leisure activities to boot. All of these reasons have prompted people to buy their retirement property in Mexico. Another factor is the easy travel between Mexico and the US borders and their close proximity. The crime rates are several notches lower compared to the US, and the happiness index higher.
  • Apart from its excellent climate, history, heritage, architecture and food, there are several more reasons to retire to Mexico. Cabo San Lucas is very popular because of its large marina and beautiful bay which remains a popular port of call for cruise ships and a favorite for anglers everywhere. Cabo is also know for its nightlife, but its small town feel is still undiminished.

All these reasons prove why Mexico is soon turning out to be the place of choice when it comes to retirement. It has several amenities and a leisurely way of life, perfect for those looking to turn a new page in their lives, right after retirement.