the best value summer destinations

1. Bellagio

2. Fermont Street Experience (pictured)

3. The Mirage

Based on aNorth Americansurvey,International Livinghas come up with a list of the best places to retire in this year. Click through to find out which country ranks highest on the list.

The cheap cost of living is one of the major advantages for retiring in Vietnam. With loads of entrepreneurial options to keep you engaged, retirement here is anything but laidback.

There is no dearth of entertainment opportunities in Cambodia, rarely leaving you bored.

Affordable health care, low cost of living and a plethora of entertainment opportunities are the biggest draw towards the island nation of Philippines.

It would berewarding to further explore the rich Mayan and Catholic culture in Guatemala in the twilight years of your life.

The Dominican Republic offers great opportunities for people who wish to invest in real estate. The benefits include 50 percent discount on annual real estate taxes and retirees are exempt from paying taxes on real estate transfers.

Chile has one of the most stable governments in Latin America, with most infrastructure on apar with the Western world. With the views here being some of the best on earth, the plan to retire here soundsgreatalready.

Respect for the elderly is rooted deep in Honduran culture. The people are helpful and friendly, making it great for expats to retire here.

The diverse Irish landscape offers retirees with wanderlust on their mind a range of opportunities to travel and explore the region. Great real estate investment opportunities offer financial stability.