Retire in Bahamas

"Retirement in the Bahamas and its surrounding islands offers expats a relaxed tropical lifestyle and many activities to keep them occupied. There is a thriving expat community in the Bahamas, with retirees coming from all around the world. Finding like-minded people in the local community shouldn't be too difficult, as there are many social activities available such as golf, sailing, fishing and swimming. There are also a wide range of cultural attractions to explore, including the National Art Gallery, historic forts, and plenty of historical sites scattered throughout. For those looking for the nightlife scene, Nassau and Freeport can offer plenty of lively bars, cafes and restaurants that stay open into the early hours of the morning. For a more relaxed experience, many of the islands also offer plenty of traditional Bahamian seafood restaurants, as well as friendly pubs and bars for a casual night out with friends," remarked one retiree in Bahamas.

"New Providence has a large expat community and it is easy to find other expats to hangout with. There are people of all nationalities and all financial situations ranging from Billionaires to retired school bus drivers so you can always find people that share interests with you. We have also found it amazing to speak with those who are nothing like us but give us a window into their world before living here. There are some forts and monuments to visit but cultural attractions are not really that great here as you would find in Europe or South America. We do have lots of water recreation and sports available for those who enjoy the beach and waves. The nightlife scene is very vibrant but you must be careful of which areas you go to. The more expensive areas are also the safer ones so be careful in the cheaper "bars"," said a retiree who moved to New Providence, Bahamas.