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Video. The best place to retire abroad is no longer in Europe

Updated: 05/10/2026 - 12:20 GMT+2

European destinations scored highly in a new global retirement ranking, with six countries among the top ten, as people looking to retire abroad weigh higher taxes against quality of life.

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