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Best Retirement Places Overseas: Where To Go Once You've Called It Quits

► The Best Places To Retire Oversees

For some Canadians, the idea of retiring may seem like a faraway dream. But you know what else is also miles away? Malta, Thailand and several overseas destinations well suited for Canadians looking to become expats.

The idea of moving to a foreign country may sound daunting but consider the perk of waking up to brand new scenery. A change of scenery might do wonders for those in need of an adventure. Or, just picture a life free of Canada's notorious winters now that you no longer have to commute to work.

And if you're more practical when it comes to retiring overseas, know that there are countries with affordable health care and manageable costs of living. Sure, these two factors might not seem overly sexy when you're in your 40s but they'll be come increasingly critical once you get close to calling it quits decades later.

Still unsure of which destinations to consider? Give the video above a watch.

2014 World's Top 10 Retirement Havens from InternationalLiving.com

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