> But I've been in Bahia twice, as I have friends in Salvador, and I noted
> the cost of a decent unfurnished flat by the sea and the minimal cost of
> food and transport etc etc and I thought I could certainly live there.
> Local cost is very cheap, but flights would cost rather more. I was also
> thinking this in Fortaleza: I could live there for years just by renting
> my flat in London. That would go for about $2000/month, so I would also
> be able to save :-)
>
> For wintering only, surely Mexico is the better option if you live in
> the US.
I'm a long way off from retiring too, more's the pity (not that I want
to wish the years away!). However, the idea of living cheaply in a
great climate with a relaxed way of life and friendly people about, is
obviously attractive. I wonder about the ways to make a modest living
in such a place as Thailand or Mexico or wherever, and there must be
plenty of people out there 'living the dream'. You could have a proper
business, such as a guest house or a bar. You could have an 'unproper'
business, like selling trinkets on the beach. Or maybe you make a
living from the internet. I'm sure there are hundreds of interesting
storeis out there. Bring 'em on! |