We are particularly interested in areas allowing a great lifestyle (good food, spending heaps of time outside, close to the beach, quick and easy access to great cities, etc) such as California, South West of France, Barcelona, etc...We currently own a 2 bedroom apartment (paid cash) close to the beach and the main English schools in Malta.

Food and traveling are the two most important parts of my life!  

Patrick,Food for thought:http://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/article10059008.html - outdated, but still relevant.

Although I do wish they would not have left the mess and food sitting out in the open when they left (especially in the bedroom).

Just some food for thought. 

I have a tenant on food stamps who was at the social security office and saw me at the property when she got back.

It's useless to hire a pest control company (or spray yourself) if you've got a tenant who leaves food and garbage out that continues to attract roaches. 

I posted this in another thread, but thought it would make good food for discussion here:I've been struggling with this.

Tons of great food.

As stated above, except for any food or drink you happen to order there is no charge to attend.