Youghal a ‘hot spot’ for US retirees

Forget about Hawaii or Florida, the buzzword among American retirees is Ireland, either Youghal, Co Cork, or Co Clare — either of which when it comes to affordable homes is hotter than anywhere Stateside.

According to US News & World Report, an influential, Washington-based magazine, the East Cork seaside town is one of five regions in Europe where older Americans should consider settling down.

In an article, entitled 5 Retirement Havens in Europe for Less than $100,000, writer Kathleen Peddicord says some Americans would opt for Europe if they could find an affordable retirement home.