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Located just 50 miles east of Tampa and about the same distance southwest of Orlando, Winter Haven is the perfect location for retirees who are looking to get away from the big cities but still be close enough to visit whenever they want. Winter Haven is also home to exciting outdoors and water […]

Because it already offers so much history, culture, and excitement, most Florida residents don’t need a special reason to visit St. Augustine. But that doesn’t stop the oldest city in the country from giving them exactly that with its Nights of Lights celebration every year during the […]

Ocala is known around the world for being the ultimate destination for horse lovers, but it also offers a wide range of other experiences, from art and culture to drag racing and foodie destinations. No matter what gets you excited, there is something to spark that flame here in Ocala. If you are […]

A few weeks back I mentioned that On Top of the World was selling a handful of their model homes to make way for a new model center that’s currently under construction. This week, another community, the Villages of Citrus Hills, has reached out to let me know that they too are selling a few […]

While it might be known around the world for being the home of the amazing Walt Disney World, as well as many other fantastic theme parks, Orlando also offers a wide variety of enchantment outside of the Magic Kingdom. This central Florida city is also one of the most accessible destinations from […]

At Florida for Boomers, we’ve written about many of the best places to retire in Florida. Every year we take a look at our website analytics and go through the hundreds of emails we get from readers to figure out the places that people are reading about and asking us about the most. Without […]

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 […]

Known as the “River City by the Sea,” Jacksonville and the areas surrounding it are packed full of all kinds of fun and excitement. Whether you are looking for art and museums, fun in the sun, competitive sports, or great restaurants and shopping, you can find a bit of everything here […]

Back when I worked in new home sales, hardly a day went by when someone would come through our model homes and ask to buy one of them. In most cases the answer was a quick “no”, they could not do that. In some cases they had already been sold to investors who bought the […]

In addition to being a fabulous place to retire for reasons like great weather, no state income tax, and a reasonable cost of living, the Tampa area also boasts a passionate sports community that makes it a perfect destination for retiring sports fans. In fact, we think it might be the best option […]

A few weeks ago we featured one of the smaller floorplans available at Valencia Cay in Port St. Lucie. This week, we bring you one of the bigger models available there. Just fyi, they have 19 different models to choose from starting from the $200k’s. At just over 3,100 sq. ft. (living area), […]

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 […]

For nearly 50 years, Southern Living has served as the leading inspiration for the region, featuring the best ideas and emphasizing the positive aspects about life in the South. In addition to Woodside being named one of only 14 Southern Living Inspired Communities, Aiken, SC recently took home the […]

Unlike many of the areas profiled in our retirement spotlights, Lake Norman is not a town or a city. Instead, it is an area comprised of a few different towns surrounding a massive lake in North Carolina. It’s also a way of life that is perfect for anyone who appreciates a perfect combination […]

Located just northeast of the booming Phoenix area, Scottsdale offers all of the modern amenities that Arizona boomers are looking for in an environment that is a bit more relaxed than what you might find in the bigger city. With that said, Scottsdale still offers its residents access to a wide […]