Johannesburg - South Africa has been named as one of the best places in the world to retire, due to its relatively low cost of living, high quality of life, range of things to do and its temperate climate.
Global travel site Big 7 Travel and car comparison specialists, EnjoyTravel, recently conducted a study on the best places to retire in the world.
“No matter how much you love your job, most people can’t wait to wave goodbye to office politics, workday stresses and hellish commutes, particularly when the alternative offers endless days of sunshine, delicious cuisine, exploration and adventure. But people are no longer waiting until they get to their late sixties to make the most of life,” the organisations said.
According to them, the countries were ranked on quality of life, cost of living, rent index, restaurant price index, average annual temperatures and the easiness of obtaining a visa or residency.
The study further took into account healthcare, hospitality, language barriers and the range of things to do.
South Africa was ranked the 39th best place to retire in the world due to its relatively low cost of living, high quality of life, range of things to do and its temperate climate.
“South Africa is a popular destination for expat retirees, thanks to its mild climate, affordable living costs and sizeable expat population. This large and diverse country encompasses everything from subtropical coastlines to semi-deserts to sprawling cities. It’s one of Africa’s premier safari destinations too,” the citiation on the list said.
“For retirees looking to relocate, South Africa’s visa and residency permit system is ranked mid-level difficulty, but once you’ve got hold of it, you can enjoy low living costs, a laid-back lifestyle and a famously high quality of living.”
Meanwhile, the top 10 places to retire include Slovenia, Portugal, Estonia, Spain, Paraguay, Czech Republic, Hungary, Croatia, Mexico and Uruguay.
The Star