Once free of the shackles of earning a living, thousands of people make the momentous move to head south to the sun. Living there is an entirely different experience from going there on holiday. This book will help other people avoid many of the pitfalls, and make the transition to a sunny and healthy retirement a reality. It contains chapters on:
- pros and cons
- where people come from
- the differences
- where to settle
- when to move
- affording it
- property
- town halls and taxes
- motoring matters
- quality of life
- pets and pastimes
- healthcare
- security
- common complaints
- going home.
It also contains anecdotes and stories to reinforce the points made, as well as a list of useful contacts and addresses.
