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Retire in Kingston, Jamaica

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Jun 02, 2023

Summary: Kingston, Jamaica is a popular destination for retirees due to its vibrant culture, beautiful beaches, and warm climate. The average temperature in Kingston is around 80°F (27°C) throughout the year, making it an ideal place to retire. There are several retirement communities in Kingston, offering a variety of amenities such as swimming pools, fitness centers, and social activities. The cost of a nice 2 bedroom home in Kingston is around $150,000 USD, while a nice 3 bedroom home can cost up to $200,000 USD.

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What is it like to retire in Kingston?

"Retirees in Kingston and its surroundings enjoy a vibrant and active lifestyle. There is an active expat community, with many retirees from the United States, Canada, and Europe. There are plenty of cultural attractions to explore, such as the Bob Marley Museum, the National Gallery of Jamaica, and the Institute of Jamaica. There are also plenty of recreational activities to enjoy, such as golf, tennis, sailing, and fishing. For those looking for a nightlife, there are plenty of bars, clubs, and restaurants to explore," said a retiree who moved to Kingston, Jamaica.

"If you're a culture vulture, Jamaica offers so much to see and do...no, it's not London, but you can take in local theatre (sometimes from the UK, USA etc), museums, opera and classical concerts, art galleries and shows...if you're a foodie, Jamaican food is superb, but you will also find everything from sushi to Lebanese cuisine, wine bars, night clubs...there really is something for everyone to meet all budgets...and on weekends, the beaches and mountains beckon," said one retiree in Kingston.

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Betsy Burlingame 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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