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New Zealand is literally the end of the World and it’s only minus point could be that from here, there is nowhere else to go; apart from Australia, that is, which is still a couple of thousand kilometres away!  Baby boomers considering retiring in New Zealand are usually doing so because they have a passion for outdoor activities and a healthy lifestyle.

 

The old joke is that New Zealand closes at ten every evening and there is certainly some truth in this, so baby boomers seeking a hot night life should rule New Zealand out as a viable option – the only place to find nightclubs and trendy restaurants in New Zealand are in the larger cities such as Auckland or Wellington.

 

So why would anyone want to go there, you might ask?  Psychological articles teach us that quite simply New Zealand must be the most beautiful country in the World; a paradise of contrasts where you can sunbathe in the snow – swim in the lake in the morning and ski a virgin slope in the afternoon; fish for rainbow trout for lunch or take a white water ride if you’re the type who likes your hair either blowing in a fresh breeze or standing on end in fright.

 

One of the first things baby boomers might notice on arriving in New Zealand is the light – it is dazzling and everywhere you look, the impressive landscape is showcased by the light effect that makes the whole country look like a picture postcard with vibrant color – the blues look bluer somehow, the greens look greener and the sheep look whiter! 

 

New Zealanders are the most hospitable people in the World and American baby boomers always find a warm welcome.  If you stay at one of their houses, however, be prepare to be coaxed to stay six months – they will entice you to come for ‘tea’ (yeah, come round for tea, it’s not far) which consists of half a sheep and a large helping of pavlova washed down with gallons of tea, before inviting you to stay for the sheep shearing party the following month rather than return home (oh, you can’t travel all that way today, it’s miles away…)  One of the World’s most beautiful and genuinely affectionate people, New Zealanders will give you their last dollar whether you need it or not!

 

New Zealand is not the cheapest place in the World to retire and in fact the cost of living is quite high, probably on a par with the US.  The local restaurant scene is pretty limited but the food itself is gorgeous with fresh, home grown and super sized ingredients readily available along with superior food hygiene standards and control.  Property is reasonably priced and psychological articles recommend that the health service is of a high standard.

Dr Karen Turner, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with an interest in the baby boomer generation as the most successful and resourceful of all generations. Boomeryearbook.com focuses on connecting the baby boomer generation and providing interaction for boomers everywhere. If you are a baby boomer with an interest in the mysteries of the human brain, Boomeryearbook.com is the social network for you.

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Some of the most fantastic beach locations in the World are found alongside Caribbean waters and the homes for sale in Caribbean locations are certainly impressive, with outdoor living a feature that comes as standard.  Some offer private beach access and many baby boomers retiring in the Caribbean employ staff to make their retirement experience both comfortable and convenient.

 

Retiring in Trinidad, for example, can be as expensive or as budget-friendly as you please, depending on your financial position and frame of mind.  You can buy an opulent beach side villa after the style of the famous Oliver Messel, one of the pioneers of the outdoor sitting room and a style guru worshipped by celebrities worldwide, or a modest two-bedroomed apartment on a sleepy street featuring fruit stalls and market traders. 

 

One of the things baby boomers notice when they retire in the Caribbean is that if they arrive feeling slightly jaded and frayed around the edges, they very soon wake up that a new part of their lives is just beginning and become filled with enthusiasm and energy; psychological articles show that this is simply a side benefit of achieving a healthier and stress free lifestyle.

 

Life is certainly slower in this part of the World and any signs of hurry are quickly brought under control by the sunny smiles of the locals who are quick to assure newcomers that whatever is going to happen can happen tomorrow, so chill out and enjoy the sun, the exquisite local cuisine and the beach.  Taking life slowly is an art form here, which likely explains the absence of stress in most people’s personal outlook.

 

American baby boomers are welcomed with open arms to Caribbean shores.  The cost of living is low, around a third of what it costs to survive in the US, perhaps slightly more depending on whether you have expensive tastes!  The weather is warm all the year through, so those living in retirement in the Caribbean tend to become quickly accustomed to wearing fewer clothes.

 

The health system in Trinidad and other Caribbean destinations has improved in recent years but is still not up to the standard Americans expect.  Private cover is therefore strongly recommended for baby boomers considering the Caribbean as a retirement option and anyone with a poor record of health or ongoing health issues might be better advised to seek an alternative retirement plan that includes a reliable local health service. 

 

Psychological articles note that stress levels in the Caribbean are characteristically low this year and forecast to remain that way for the foreseeable future!

Dr Karen Turner, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with an interest in the baby boomer generation as the most successful and resourceful of all generations. Boomeryearbook.com focuses on connecting the baby boomer generation and providing interaction for boomers everywhere. If you are a baby boomer with an interest in the mysteries of the human brain, Boomeryearbook.com is the social network for you.

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