Vietnam is among the top 8 most attractive countries to retirees
(VOVWORLD) -Vietnam is among the top eight affordable countries to retire, especially for adventurous retirees who appreciate the country's beaches, scenery, food, history, and culture, said a recent article on the website of US-based Travel + Leisure magazine.
 International tourists explore Phu Quoc night market in the southern province of Kien Giang (Photo: VNA) |
The author assessed that the overall cost of living in Vietnam is about 49% lower than in the US, and rents are about 75% lower, depending on location.
In Ho Chi Minh City, home to the largest expat community in the Southeast Asian nation, according to International Living magazine, the cost of living is 62% lower than in New York, and housing is about 83% lower.
The article states that high-quality health care is also very affordable, within both the public and private systems. Most expats carry international health insurance and take advantage of private hospitals.