Thousands of Brits are moving to Spain to enjoy their golden years in the sun, but it is not only pensioners that are choosing to move to this fantastically beautiful country. If you are thinking of shipping off to another place, then Spain should be at the top of your list and here are the top 5 reasons to move to Spain.
The warm sunshine
Spending your time in the warm sun has got to be more appealing that endless rain and days that are dull from morning till night. Spain offers you just this – loads of sunshine all year round! The warm weather is much better for enjoying outdoor activities, which you cannot take part in when it is pouring down with rain. Fishing, sailing, diving, golf, cycling or just relaxing at the beach are all much more fun in the sun.
The beauty
Spain has a number of small towns and an untouched beach for the newbie’s to explore. When you move away from the touristy areas, you will find amazingly beautiful landscapes, stunning views and spectacular forests. The manmade structures are just as beautiful, and one such example is the cathedral Santiago de Compostela. Or you can take a leisurely walk through one of the fascinating cities like Salamanca or Sevilla.
The cost of living
Even though prices have risen in the past few years, the cost of living is Spain is still considerably lower than the UK. Property, food, drinks and petrol are just some of the items that will cost you a lot less here. If you use Lloyds offshore banking to look after your account your money will be in safe hands.
Spanish food and wine are well worth the price either way, and being able to enjoy these delicacies in the warm weather is definitely one of the deciding factors for many Brits. Living abroad will mean that you’re able to take advantage of attractive offshore savings rates.
Medical (healthcare)
Spain has one of the top ten healthcare systems in the world. The hospitals are clean and well-equipped, and the waiting lists are much shorter than those in the UK. All the hospital staff are very helpful and correctly trained.
The Spanish way of life
You can enjoy fiestas all year round. Every village or town has their own annual events, so there is never a dull moment here. Families tend to be much closer here as well and the Spanish have a much more relaxed attitude when it comes to time-keeping, unlike Britain. Come to Spain and get away from the hustle and bustle of regular life.
