When American expat retirees and vacation-home shoppers look outside the U.S. they traditionally flock to the Caribbean, Baja or Costa Rica to take advantage of peaceful surroundings and more value ...

Karl and Brenda moved from the US to Ecuador for a more affordable and stress-free retirement. They were worried about costs and financial instability in the US. Ecuador offers cheaper living, better ...

Mild temperatures, limited extremes, and climates that stay comfortable for most of the year make these expat favorites stand out. Mindful Media / Getty Images Weather shapes daily life abroad more ...