Spain vs. Portugal for Retirement: Which Is Better in 2025?

Are you looking to retire in Europe?

Europe has many great options for the would-be retiree, two of which are Spain and Portugal. So, how do you pick the best option for yourself?

In this video, LIOS Editorial Director Europe Division, Kat Kalashian compares two of the world’s top retirement havens: Portugal’s Algarve and Spain’s Costa del Sol.

We take a deep dive into what really matters for retirees:
🌞 Climate and weather
🏡 Cost of living and real estate
🏥 Healthcare access
🧾 Taxes and residency options
🧳 Ease of settling in
🚗 Infrastructure and lifestyle
🌍 Travel access across Europe

Whether you're early in your research or ready to make the move, this video is your practical guide to planning your life abroad with confidence.

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Chapters:
00:00 Portugal vs. Spain Overview
1:05 The Algarve, Portugal
1:24 Costa del Sol, Spain
1:40 Pros of Portugal and Spain
3:21 Cons of Portugal and Spain
4:22 Accessibility
4:41 Cost of Living
5:16 Cost of Real Estate
6:31 Climate
7:22 Quality of Life
7:54 Residency Options
8:38 Infrastructure
9:10 Taxes
9:35 Health Care
9:56 Ease of Settling In

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