The dangers of retiring abroad

Ah, the joys of a British summer. There's nothing like the feel of a cooling breeze on your face and the drizzle in your hair as you bravely attempt to barbecue under an umbrella. It's no wonder so many of us dream of retiring abroad.

However, while anyone who has settled in the sun will tell you, it's not all sandy beaches and sunny days (although there are plenty of those) there are also some serious pitfalls you need to be aware of.