What is it like to retire in El Salvador?
We asked retirees what it is like retiring in El Salvador. They said...
"Life for a retiree in El Salvador and its surroundings can be quite enjoyable. There is an active expat community, with many retirees from the United States and Europe living in the area. There are plenty of cultural attractions to explore, such as the Mayan ruins of Joya de Cerén, the colonial city of Suchitoto, and the beaches of El Cuco. There are also plenty of recreational activities to enjoy, such as hiking, fishing, and bird watching. For those looking for nightlife, there are plenty of bars and restaurants to explore, as well as live music and dancing," wrote a member who made the move to El Salvador.
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"We retired in El Salvador (ages: 72, 65) from USA in February 2022. My husband speaks Spanish and this is the country where he was born. I was born in the USA and speak very little Spanish but find it easy to converse. People are patient here and so many know English, and, of course, my husband helps me speak. This country has different processes and ways of doing things. Once a person relaxes into things, it becomes home. The people are wonderful and the beauty is all around us. Such beauty. I do NOT recommend the hustle and bustle of the capital as it is just overpowering but, the smaller towns are wonderful. We finally found a good attorney, his sister is a medical doctor (she came to our house to check on us). We have made good friends with so many sweet, kind people ... PRICELESS! Our plan is to live out our lives right here," explained one expat living in El Salvador.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.