Southeast Asia’s largest economy among world’s top 10 retirement destinations

Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, has been ranked the world’s 10th best retirement destination this year as voted by France-based website Retraite sans Frontières.

It was among three Southeast Asian representatives to appear the ranking along with Thailand (4th) and Vietnam (9th).

Indonesia, especially Bali Island, is highly rated for its reasonable cost of living and climate, but has drawbacks in terms of geographical distance for Europeans and the quality of healthcare services.

Indonesia has a year-round tropical climate characterized by high temperatures and humidity, owing to its equatorial location.

Average temperatures in coastal areas typically range between 26 and 32 degrees Celsius, with humidity levels often exceeding 75%. The country experiences two primary seasons shaped by monsoon winds: a dry season from May to September and a wet season from October to April.