Archive for June 2015
Net Neutrality and Why You Should Care
Net Neutrality and Why You Should Care By Steve G. Swart. Previously published in the 2015 Summer issue. Understanding the Internet and who controls it Do you even remember life before the Internet? Now we Facebook® our vacation, Pin our favorite foods, watch favorite instructional videos on YouTube®, shop on Amazon®, buy a lawn mower…
Read MoreUnplugged, Not Disconnected – Modern Lifestyles on Two Carolina Islands
By JG Walker. Previously published in the 2015 Summer Issue. Most of the developed islands along the American Atlantic coastline have bridges that connect them with the mainland. So that we and a few hundred (or thousand) of our new anonymous neighbors can “get away from it all” by driving straight to paradise—and immediately recreating…
Read MoreTropical Sustainability
International Communities are Setting the Pace By Sam Crawford. Previously published in the 2015 Summer issue. Sustainability has become a popular buzzword with American community developers. While some may see that trend as being little more than a marketing tool, the fact is that sustainable designs and building practices are a good thing—for the planet…
Read MoreCool Refreshing Summer Libations
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Read MoreUniversal Design &”Green Initiatives”
Building the ultimate home for the active 50-plus community is the goal of Del Webb, a division of Pulte Homes. This company has carried out extensive research in order to understand the exact needs, desires and wishes of their clientele. Add to this customer validation and personalization options on all designs, plus the opportunity to experience a Del Webb community before purchasing and performance testing on every new home, and it’s no wonder that Del Webb is a building company of choice.
Read MoreOn the Move
Over 45,000 people from the ideal-LIVING database have made a move within the last three years. We’d like for you to hear from some of those who have found their ideal place and are living their ideal life.
It’s not relocation, it’s the right location.
The Little Shrimp That Could
The Little Shrimp That Could – A Tour of Low Country Cuisine By Fanny Slater. Previously published in the 2015 Summer Issue. If you’re craving a coastal bite, you’ve come to the right place. We’re dishing about all things seafood today—with a side of culture. So pull out your Southern drawl, y’all. It’s all about…
Read MoreGrand Vacations – A Destination Guide for Traveling with Grandchildren
Now that you’re a grandparent, wouldn’t it be a fantastic time to create lasting memories with your grandchildren? Now that you have more time to travel, it’s a great opportunity to share some special moments with your loved ones. In each issue of ideal-LIVING magazine, we’ll provide you with some great destinations to share with your children and grandchildren.
Read MoreDestination Spotlight: City Walk at Beaufort
Destination Spotlight: City Walk at Beaufort by Chad Lovette & Bethany Tap The Lowcountry region of South Carolina is one of the most charming and beautiful areas in the country. Towering oak trees decked with Spanish moss will greet visitors as they tour the area in a horse-drawn carriage or kayak down the Harbor River.…
Read MoreLake Living is the Life
Surrounded by natural beauty and an active community, retirees settling into life on the lake find exactly what they’re looking for.
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