"A tropical island option with the perks of the country’s inexpensive restaurants and lower overall living and rental costs, it’s a popular retirement choice—but prospective retirees should note national visa rules that typically require applicants to be at least 50 years old and meet specified financial and background-check criteria." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines