1. Thailand – 11th with a total score of 72.9
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Hua Hin are the top cities to visit, according to the magazine. Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, is a bustling metropolis known for its shopping, street food sellers, and exciting nightlife. Phuket is a Thai island off the west coast that has some of the world’s best beaches. For nature enthusiasts, the fresh breeze and the splendor of the nearby islands are ideal. Chiang Mai is a land awash in natural splendor. It has a temperate climate that is great for visitors who visit the city and is known for its Lanna culture. Hua Hin is known for its long stretch of white sand beach as well as its rolling green hills. Since the early twentieth century, Thailand’s royals have used Hua Hin as a cool-weather hideaway.
Retirement in Thailand is estimated to cost roughly US$1,000 (33,500 baht), with an apartment costing between US$400 and $US500 (13,400 baht to 16,750 baht).
2. Cambodia – 14th with a total score of 72.3
Cambodia has one of the lowest retirement costs in Southeast Asia, making it an ideal destination for many people coming to retire after a long working life. The cost of living in retirement has no fixed answer, but an average of $1,500/month is enough to live comfortably here. Cell phone and internet costs are very cheap, with $10 per month it is possible to make extremely cheap international calls and go online. Food sold at grocery stores and small supermarkets is also very cheap, with a meal possibly costing as little as a few dollars.
3. Malaysia – 15th with a total score of 72
This is a country with wonderful tropical weather, with almost everyone speaking English, in fact, it is the first business language of the country, so it’s easy to communicate and get around. Malaysia is also a country with diverse cultures, from which there are many festivals (about 300 festivals) held all year round, very suitable for those who love to learn about culture as well as enjoy life. Street food is also a plus, which most Southeast Asian countries have thanks to their rich cuisine. Especially, there is a retirement visa “Malaysia My Second Home” or MM2H which is ranked among the best retirement visas in the world. The standard of living is also not too high, with $2,500 per month your family can have a comfortable life.
4. Bali, Indonesia – 16th with a total score of 69
Indonesia – a country with a lot of beautiful tourist attractions as well as a low cost of living is also a destination for many people when they retire. For just $700, you can rent a two-bedroom, two-bathroom villa with a private pool. Ubud and Seminyak are the cities that expats and tourists often choose to visit as they are two of Bali’s major arts and entertainment centers. If you like a peaceful place then Sanur town may be the best place for it, or if you have a hobby of surfing, then Uluwatu is the perfect place for you.
5. Vietnam – Ranked 18th with a total score of 68.3
Vietnam is a developing country with modern cities, ancient historical sites, and the friendliest people in the world. You can live in a city where skyscrapers are popping up like dandelions, and motorbikes and automobiles outnumber cyclos and bicycles. Yet 1,000-year-old temples, ancient emperor’s tombs, and ornate century-old mansions left over from Vietnam’s lengthy occupation by the French are still carefully preserved as reminders of the past. The cuisine is diverse and unique with a diet rich in vegetables and low in fat and does not need to spend too much money. The famous Vietnamese banh mi with eggs, meat, pâté, greens and pickles made from radishes and carrots costs only about one US dollar.
According to internationalliving.com
(https://internationalliving.com/the-best-places-to-retire/)
