Abroad to me means overseas not North America.
Spain, Portugal can be reasonable along with some areas in the balkan/mediterranean areas - these emerging areas actually attract quite a few American retirees and can have spectacular views.
Here's one in Montenegro...
2 Bed 2 Bed Apartment for sale, Kotor €145,000
2 Bedrooms2 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms1 Bathrooms
Location: Kotor,Montenegrin_littoral,Serbia and Montenegro
Apartment situated in the lovely, picturesque area of Prcanj with stunning views to the sea. It consists of two bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, living room and corridor. It has a big terrace in front of it with lovely views to the sea. Apartment is air-conditioned and furnished. Building also has a swimming pool (
http://www.europeanproperty.com/sales)/property1726-100230