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1. More Florida cities are taking measures to protect the health of their local environments. Last week we mentioned Key West banning certain kinds of sunscreen because of the damage they cause to coral reefs. This week, Sarasota is considering banning plastic straws and styrofoam. – Herald […]

The Clifton Model, available at Freedom San Salito in St. Augustine is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a 2-car garage, coming in at just under 1,800 sq. ft. of living space. Freedom San Salito is an active adult community that offer a low stress, low maintenance lifestyle that features a gated […]

1. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida’s coastal waters are entirely free of red tide algal blooms. The state has been dealing with the effects of red tide since October of 2017. – Miami Herald 2. 2017 tax law changes capping a deduction for state […]

The Santini is a 2 Bed + Den, 2.5 Bath, 2-Car Garage home available in Esplanade at Highland Ranch, a resort style 55+ community in Clermont (Central Florida). With just over 2,200 sq. ft. of living area, the Santini is in just about the middle of the road as far as sizes of homes that […]

With Groundhog’s Day, the Super Bowl, and Valentine’s Day already on the calendar, February is going to be a pretty busy month. But that isn’t stopping the good people of Arizona from making sure that you have plenty of additional reasons to have fun all over the state. Whether […]

It might be a little cooler than usual throughout the Carolinas during the month of February, but that doesn’t stop our communities from hosting a wide range of festivals and events to keep everyone busy. Whether you are looking for art and history, food and beverages, music and film, or […]

February is going to be a big month to get out and experience all that there is to see and do across the state of Florida. Whether you are looking for arts festivals, food experiences, great music, or a chance to get close to nature, we have got you covered with all of the best […]

Located just a few miles from Charlotte and renowned Lake Norman, Trilogy® Lake Norman is so close to so much, yet feels like a secluded getaway destination. Check out all of the fun to be had at Trilogy Lake Norman in this great lifestyle video: With so many ways to relax, be pampered or get […]

It’s getting tougher to find homes in Florida retirement communities for under $200,000 but today’s featured home just barely slides into that category. The Caribbean is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with a 2-car garage available at Lake Ashton, an award winning gated community tucked […]

Located right off of I-4 about 40 minutes east of Tampa and around an hour southwest of Orlando, Lakeland is a unique destination that combines a historic “Old Florida” feel with some modern accents. Whether you are drawn to the local history and world-famous architecture, the spring […]

Nothing represents barbecue quite like a high-quality pork butt that has been rubbed with a sweet flavor profile and smoked over a real wood fire for half a day or longer. Meats like brisket, ribs, and sausage might get more media attention, but pulled pork is the true workhorse of any great […]

Longtime readers know of my affection towards townhouses or “paired villas” as some communities call them. Part of this is due to the fact that they are just so darn convenient, and allow you to really just lock the door and leave to go travel or visit friends and family, without having […]

The new year has arrived, and we expect it to be filled with all kinds of fun and excitement. And there is never a shortage of either here in Florida with all of the fun activities and events happening all over the Sunshine State. If you are looking for a fun way to enjoy all […]

Located in south-central North Carolina, Charlotte is a sprawling city of unique neighborhoods that is absolutely packed full of fun and exciting things to see and do. Whether you are looking for arts and culture, outdoor activities, professional sports, or just a great meal, the Queen City has got […]

I came across this video on youtube of a custom estate home located in one of our featured communities, The Coves Mountain River Club, and the place was so impressive I just had to share here. The Coves Mountain River Club is a spectacular master-planned and gated community. Vacationing families […]

Located just under two hours southeast of Phoenix, Tucson is the ultimate destination for boomers that are looking for a little more room to roam. And between the old west heritage and the modern day spas and golf courses, there is so much to love about Tucson. The city is also known for legendary […]

Because it is located so close to Phoenix, the city of Mesa often gets overlooked by baby boomers who are exploring places to retire in Arizona. However, anyone who spends a couple of days in Mesa will quickly find out that the community has a vibe that is entirely its own. If you are interested […]

Located near the North Carolina/Virginia border, Mount Airy is one of the most unique destinations in all of the Carolinas because it is better known by another name: Mayberry. This small community in North Carolina wine country was the original home of TV star Andy Griffith, and it is believed to […]

With beautiful beaches, fabulous golf courses, and a rich sense of history, Charleston offers up something to appeal to just about everyone. Actually, there are so many exciting things to do here that planning a quick trip to the area can actually be quite overwhelming. If you have to squeeze as […]

Because it is the capital of South Carolina, and also the state’s second largest city, Columbia is not necessarily off the beaten path. However, it is also not one of the first locations that come to mind for many boomers exploring retirement destinations in the Carolinas. But many local […]