Retire in Nassau, Bahamas
Last updated on Apr 14, 2023
Summary: Nassau, Bahamas is a popular destination for retirees due to its beautiful beaches, warm climate, and vibrant culture. The average temperature in Nassau is around 80°F (26.7°C) in the summer and 72°F (22.2°C) in the winter. There are several retirement communities in Nassau, offering a variety of amenities such as swimming pools, fitness centers, and social activities. The cost of a nice 2 bedroom home in Nassau is around $200,000 USD, while a nice 3 bedroom home can cost up to $400,000 USD.
What is it like to retire in Nassau?
"Nassau is a popular destination for retirees due to its warm climate, beautiful beaches, and vibrant culture. There is an active expat community in Nassau, with many retirees from the United States, Canada, and Europe. There are plenty of cultural attractions to explore, such as the historic forts, museums, and art galleries. There are also plenty of recreational activities to enjoy, such as golf, fishing, and snorkeling. For those looking for nightlife, there are plenty of bars, clubs, and restaurants to explore. Nassau is a great place for retirees to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with plenty of activities to keep them busy," said one retiree in Nassau.
"Their is huge expat community here, people from all over the world and all types of characters retire here. This is a Caribbean island so don't expect to much amenities as you would find in the U.S.A. or Europe. We do not have a Walmart, Auchan or Harrods here although we did just get an IMAX theatre. We have lots of recreational activities related to the sea (having a boat is a huge advantage). We also have all types of nightlife as the tourist industry is fairly vibrant here as well," commented one retiree living in Coral Harbour, Bahamas.
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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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