Chiang Mai, an historic city located along the Ping River and within some of Thailand's tallest mountains, is frequently cited on this website as a top place to retire. The friendly people, beautiful setting, and low cost of living are among the major reasons. It is said you can live here comfortably for $1,000 per month. The area is famous…...

Depoe Bay is a small village of approximately 1,500 residents on the northern coast of Oregon.  It boasts the smallest harbor in the world, according to locals. The average age is 57 years old, so it is clear that is popular for retirees.  Winters are wet here. Photo of Aerial view of the harbor and center of Depoe Bay, Oregon,…...

When many affluent people think of Arizona, the first town that comes to mind is Scottsdale. The New York Times referred to it as the Miami South Beach of the west.  This fast-growing and well-to-do town was one of the first suburban outgrowths of Phoenix. Its setting in the desert  by the McDowell Mountains is spectacular. So is the infrastructure…...

Bolton is a wealthy suburb of 5,665 residents (2020 census)  west of Boston and north of Worcester.  The median family income was over $182,000 in 2021.  The small town was founded in 1738, and is considered a suburb of Boston, while being a quiet farming community. Photo of Sawyer House, Bolton Historical Society courtesy of Wikipedia and John Phelan, photo…...