What is the best third-world country to retire to?

The Philippines is the destination of choice for many western expats when retiring. Tropical climate, low cost of living , easy access to modern facilities in big towns, (including good - and affordable medical facilities), English widely spoken and understood (and government forms also in English), resident or renewable visas easy and cheap to obtain. Suggest you get a copy of The Philippines Expat Survival Guide (ISBN 978-971-94601-3-8) or visit a href="http://www.expat-survival-guide.info" rel="nofollow"http://www.expat-survival-guide.info/a