They Call It Retirement—We Call It Act II (With Better Wine)

Sure, you could spend your golden years worrying about healthcare costs and if your nest egg will last. Or you could relocate to places where world-class wine costs less than gas station coffee back home, and your biggest decision is whether to take tap dancing or a tango class.

This month, we’re taking you on a treasure hunt through places where your dollar stretches like yoga instructors (or Swiss francs… did you know they’re quietly outperforming the dollar?).

Jeff Opdyke discovered a European paradise that’s still flying under the radar. Think Hawaii meets Portugal, with outdoor weather year-round, majestic landscapes, and island real estate that won’t require selling a kidney. Jeff’s practically begging you not to visit (but you’ll be booking your flight before reading the last page).

Also begging for discovery is Mendoza City… the lush heart of Argentine wine country. It’s serving up world-renowned Malbec, stunning Andean mountain views, and two-bedroom apartments for the cost of a decent new tire. David Hammond reports on this sophisticated European-style escape (at Latin American prices) in the wake of President Milei’s sweeping economic reforms.

Holly Andrew journeys to Nicaragua’s Rancho Santana, a rustic-yet-luxurious option for a multi-generational vacation… or a permanent life change. (We almost didn’t get her back.)

To help you pick your corner of the world, we’ve got a seven-round battle royale between Europe and Latin America. Ted Baumann unveils who wins on everything from healthcare to taxes.

Speaking of Latin America, Ronan McMahon points to a place where you’ll find “the greatest real estate investment potential of any major city on the planet.”

Finally, a special invitation to join us at our Ultimate Go Overseas Bootcamp in Portland this August. Whether you’re scouting your Plan B or ready to make the leap, we’ll have more experts under one roof than we’ve ever assembled before.

The world is getting more expensive, more complicated, and frankly, more unpredictable by the day. But in the right places, with the right knowledge, you can still live better for less. We’re here to show you where and how. Procrastinators: Get your tickets here.

Stephanie Reed, Editor-in-Chief