MONEY: U.S. retirees find home in coastal Mexico

First of five studies reveals price and proximity to U.S. are big draws

BY SANDRA DIBBLE, UNION-TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

MONDAY, MARCH 15, 2010 AT 12:04 A.M.

PHOTO BY JOHN GIBBINS


A newly released study on U.S. retirement trends in Mexico’s coastal communities takes an updated snapshot of Rosarito Beach, Rocky Point, Puerto Vallarta, Cancun and other areas where many Americans go to retire. The study’s authors say their survey marks an important first step in meeting the needs of a group that is likely to grow in size as U.S. baby boomers reach retirement age.