Florida couple retires early to $461K Greece home bought sight unseen
A Florida couple who spent decades in the Orlando area decided to retire early and move to the village of Platanos, Greece. They purchased a home sight unseen for $461,000 after a 30th-anniversary trip inspired them to seek a change in lifestyle.
Why it matters
This reflects broader trends in 'lifestyle migration' and the increasing interest among retirees in relocating abroad for cultural experiences and a lower cost of living.
Two years ago, Greece was just a vacation destination for Jeffrey Davidson and Walter Zak. Today it is home. A Florida couple who spent three decades building a life near Orlando decided to retire early and move to the Peloponnese after one trip to Greece changed their plans for the future. Their story, reported by CNN Newsource, is an unusual case of how a vacation can lead to a total lifestyle change. Now living in the coastal area of Akrata, the couple has swapped Florida's theme-park vibe for ancient ruins, seaside views and a slower pace of everyday life. They bought a house in the village of Platanos for 400,000 euros, or about $461,000 US, without ever seeing it in person before they bought it.From Florida to GreeceJeffrey, 62, and Walter, 57, met 32 years ago and lived most of their adult lives together in Florida.
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