For many people, finding a retirement village Thailand is the first step to what they later describe as the best years of their lives. At a time when other retirees may become despondent due to a static way of life, those who set up in Thailand feel excited about their new prospects and have a much larger horizon.
For a long time now Thailand has been synonymous with wonderful holidays, but recently it has started offering retirement communities and there will be many more of them in the years to come; just as a housing market sprang up to cater for expatriates who wanted more than holidays in Thailand, a similar market is now coming into existence for those who would like to retire here.
If you are interested in life in a retirement village Thailand, here is a brief look at what you can expect.
A full range of amenities are to be found in most retirement communities. There are health and wellness facilities available and you can enjoy massages and spa treatments (the latter may in some cases be off-property) and there will almost certainly be a fitness center where you can exercise and perhaps engage with a personal trainer. Swimming pools are also popular and villas often have their own. There may well also be a yoga instructor who comes to the retirement community. There will be a number of different possibilities but what unites them is that keeping fit or developing fitness will be an enjoyable prospect rather than a chore with plenty of outdoor activities possible, thanks to the warm and sunny climate here in Thailand.
Any retirement village Thailand will prioritize the health of its residents by partnering with a nearby hospital. It will be a cinch to get health checks done, consult with a doctor who speaks good English, and arrange treatments of all kinds. Thailand, incidentally, plays host to a million medical tourists each year, thanks to the professionalism of its hospitals and clinics. The village will naturally partner with dentists too as well as other clinics. Most treatments and consultations can be carried out in the local area, but in some cases, it may be necessary to go to Bangkok, where the most specialized hospitals are to be found. Meanwhile, residents of retirement communities know that they will be looked after well, with 24/7 security and emergency help. Many retirement communities can provide nursing care.
Many communities will offer on-site dining, which can offer more possibilities for socializing. Food, by the way, will always be a delight, as the village will offer plenty of options, when it comes to both Thai and international cuisines. Living in a retirement village means that you have both the opportunity to get to know others and to spend time by yourself or with your partner.
Depending on the individual retirement village Thailand, you may find a clubhouse offering social activities or a shared space such as a cafe or even a library. There are many different possibilities. It’s really up to you just how much and when you want to be social. Any retirement village Thailand will offer a range of recreational activities, and this may give rise to new sports, hobbies and pastimes.
Easy and effective transportation is always a feature of retirement villages. You may have a car but it is certainly not a problem if you don’t have one. There will be shuttle buses to shops, malls and the nearest town. The village will also be able to book any other local trips that you might require. They may well have partnered with a travel agent who will be able to book all kinds of trips further afield.
There are many reasons why retirees choose Thailand to live in. The climate is known to provide an abundance of sunny days, and the country is one of the most beautiful in the world, with beaches and locations that regularly appear in travel lists of best destinations. Thai people are also justly renowned for their hospitality and will make you feel welcome in any retirement village Thailand.
Finances underpin many reasons why people enjoy living in Thailand. Due to the differences in Asian and western economies, your money will stretch a lot further here and this means that everything from accommodation to food and going out will be cheaper.
Here at Phuket Retirement Village we offer a superior destination when it comes to living in Thailand. We have 40 villas on offer in one of Phuket’s most prestigious areas, Talang. Our village has a large garden, and we are close to everything – think malls, hospitals, countryside and of course the beaches that grace Phuket.
If you are considering living in a retirement village Thailand, then we invite you to contact us to find out more about what we offer. We take pride in helping people achieve a dream lifestyle once they have retired.