There are many reasons for retiring to Mexico. Some people claim that the climate is what they enjoy most, others cite the friendly people and cultural diversity, while yet others say it all comes down to money (it is certainly true that your pension will go a lot farther in Mexico and you won't have to worry about losing your benefits if you are an American - the US government will forward your social security checks).

Mexico offers retirees a one-time benefit of importing all of their household goods, car, boat and even an airplane with no import taxes. This, combined with the rich experiences and reduced cost of living, makes Mexico the retirement destination of choice for approximately 600,000 Americans.