Hey, I’m 67 and just retired with my wife.
A few months ago we moved from the UK to Morocco, and honestly, we weren’t quite sure what to expect, but it’s been brilliant. We managed to buy a 2 bedroom flat by the beach in the north for £43k and another 2 bedroom apartment in Marrakech for £60k, both far cheaper than anything back home. The cost of living is low too, we’re getting by comfortably on about £500 a month, and that covers pretty much everything. The weather’s lovely, the people are friendly, and life just feels a lot slower and easier. Takes a bit of getting used to, like sorting out local paperwork and services, but if you’ve ever thought about retiring somewhere new with your partner, Morocco is definitely worth a look.
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Is this an ad for Morocco looking for oldies wanting a property portfolio?
Hello Morocco
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Take Me to Your Kasbah…Oh…I see You’re married…never mind 
Welcome to the OFC.
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Hmmm…well He is 67…dunno…do You think He could handle the both of Us?
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Well I’m a pushover … mind you, he’s gone very quiet.
We’ve overwhelmed him haven’t we with our natural bashfulness.
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Oh no, not at all! I’m just sharing my own experience.
Glad it has worked out well for you. Morocco is an unusual choice. I trekked up Mount Toubkal some years ago, which was quite an experience. I found Marrakesh overwhelming in parts. The old town is lovely of course, but the noise, traffic and day to day life outside that area didn’t seem very relaxing.
My main concern about moving abroad later in life would be healthcare provision and healthcare funding. The NHS is by no means perfect, but it does have extensive service provision and you don’t have to worry about the cost of treatment.
Would you know we’re riding on the Marrakesh Express?
Would you know we’re riding on the Marrakesh Express?
They’re taking me to Marrakesh
All aboard the train, all aboard the train
I’ve been saving all my money just to take you there
I smell the garden in your hair 
My retirement is next year, 12 months to be exact, I couldn’t see myself moving abroad as we are not sun/heat lovers, good luck to you gentlemd, I hope it works out for you…
Hi, it is really nice to meet you here on this forum
I enjoyed reading about your move to Morocco and it sounds wonderful to live by the beach and also have a place in Marrakech
The way you describe the slower life and friendly people makes me smile and feel calm just by imagining it
Thank you for sharing your story and I am happy we met here