Mexico is a wonderful vacation destination, but many expatriates have also decided to retire there.   This large, diverse country's beaches, colonial cities, resorts and ruins beckon to travelers from all over the world and as a retirement spot, it offers a lower cost of living and in many places, excellent health care.  Retiring in Mexico requires a bit of adjusting, and it is not for everyone, but it does offer what many retirees are seeking.  Retirement in Mexico, though, is not the same as visiting the resorts.  The pace of life is slower, and living as a Mexican can take some getting used to.    Vacationing in Mexico is one of life's great joys.  With silver-white beaches and some of the world's best scuba diving, sailing and fishing, Mexico offers something for everyone.  Whether it is Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, Cozumel, Acapulco or any of Mexico's colonial cities, including San Miguel de Allende, Mexico's resorts are truly breathtaking.  You may also be interested in Mexico's other attractions, including ancient ruins and archeological treasures, that dot the country.   You will fall in love with Mexico.  

Of course, if you'd like to get to know life in Mexico a little more intimately before you decide to retire here, you might want to buy a timeshare in your favorite Mexican locale first. These vacation properties make it possible for you to return year after year for a fraction of the cost of renting a hotel room. As you explore your timeshare destination every year, you'll begin to feel less and less like a tourist and more like a native, making your retirement transition as smooth and comfortable as visiting an old friend.