No real suggestions (I've heard New Zealand comes close, but have no actual data), but I am so glad you posted this if only to shut up the whiny Americans who point to Scandinavian countries as utopian examples of "if they have free healthcare, why can't we?!" Nothing's free. I've pointed out elsewhere that Denmark, also Finland and I think Sweden, take half your paycheck to take care of other people before you can take care of your own family. I mean, if that floats your boat, have at it, but I've been bullied on other subs for having the gall to point this out. Like there's something wrong with someone who isn't glad to, as you put it, hand over half your salary to the government each month. I stand in solidarity with you. Let us know what you decide!
BethMD
joined 11 months ago
Thanks for the affirmation, Malik. You mention Portugal as a candidate for your next stop. I'm toying with retiring there. What data do you have on it?
Even if I didn't mind letting the government take half my pay, Scandinavia, Finland, and Estonia are out just because of the weather.