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EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 16 MIN

Europe’s Best Retirement Options for Americans: Healthcare, Lifestyle, and Peace of Mind

from Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country · host Paper Planes Publishing

In this episode of Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country, we explore 12 European countries that may appeal to American retirees looking for strong healthcare, high quality of life, and a smoother path to living abroad. Investopedia’s list includes countries such as Portugal, Spain, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden.We break down what makes these destinations stand out, including visa pathways, healthcare access, tax agreements, cost of living, safety, infrastructure, and expat communities. Whether you’re drawn to the warmer Mediterranean lifestyle of Portugal, Spain, and Greece, or the strong public services and stability of Northern Europe, this episode helps you compare the trade-offs before planning your retirement overseas.🔎 Podcast Episode CreditInvestopedia — “12 Best European Countries for American Retirees Seeking Quality of Life and Access to Healthcare” by Ali HussainYOU can learn about additional countries to move to in our new book, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and you can purchase a copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Specifically interested in moving to Ireland? Here's the book for you: "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle" - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order NOW!

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