Retire in Barbados
Last updated on Jun 13, 2023
Summary: Retirees are attracted to Barbados for its beautiful beaches, vibrant culture, and low cost of living. The tropical climate of Barbados is ideal for retirees looking to enjoy warm weather year-round. The average temperature in Barbados ranges from 75-85°F (24-29°C) throughout the year.
What is it like to retire in Barbados?
"Retirees in Barbados and its surroundings enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with plenty of activities to keep them busy. There is an active expat community, with many retirees from the UK, Canada, and the US. There are plenty of cultural attractions to explore, such as the Barbados Museum and Historical Society, the Barbados National Trust, and the Barbados Wildlife Reserve. There are also plenty of recreational activities to enjoy, such as golf, tennis, sailing, and swimming. For those looking for a bit of nightlife, there are plenty of bars and restaurants to explore, as well as live music and entertainment," said one retiree in Barbados.
"We have a very active expat community with lots of clubs to join such as the American women's club, Canadian women's club, majong club, cards group, sailing club, etc. Their are also lots of opportunities for volunteering in different groups if that suits you. The recreation mostly centers around water life (beach, boating, snorkeling, etc) but we also have other interests as I mentioned above. The nightlife is good. We do not really go clubbing but have lots of opportunities to meetup with friends from drinks or have cocktails at fundraisers and other parties. The restaurant selection is also quite good," commented one retiree living in Clapham Ridge, Barbados.
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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