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Quail Ridge Country Club: Everyday Vacation
Instead of having to bundle up this winter, why not head South to Florida, where it’s warm year-round?
Read MoreMinto’s Isles Club at The Isles of Collier PreserveInspired by a page from Naples’ history
Minto’s Isles Club at The Isles of Collier Preserve, Inspired by a page from Naples’ history The Isles Club at The Isles of Collier Preserve by Minto Communities is nearing completion and is projected to open later this year. The addition of The Isles Club adds yet another outstanding amenity to this award-winning, eco-friendly community.…
Read MoreA Nature Lover’s Dream: Relocating to Florida’s Nature Coast
A Nature Lover’s Dream: Relocating to Florida’s Nature Coast Dream Big What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about Florida lifestyles? You’re likely thinking beaches, perfect weather, and spectacular theme parks. While those are all good and valid reasons for spending your retirement in Florida, Florida’s Nature Coast on the…
Read MoreLoCo Motion Returns to Callawassie Island
LoCo Motion Returns to Callawassie Island Callawassie Island, a caring community with plenty of heart, is set to welcome 1,000 walkers and runners on Saturday, September 26th for LoCo Motion. This annual fundraiser for Breast Cancer Research takes place over three days with three different Lowcountry islands providing a scenic ten-mile course for the walk/run.…
Read MoreIdeal Southern Towns
Ideal Southern Towns Have you ever wondered where is the best sushi in Port St. Lucie, Florida? Or, which town has the best riverwalk? In the Fall 2015 issue of ideal-LIVING, we highlight 35 ideal southern towns from Knoxville to Ft. Myers, giving you great places to visit, along with savory eateries and top things…
Read MoreLife in a College Town
If you’re preparing to retire or relocate in the coming years, consider choosing a college town as your destination. If you’ve already got your sights set on a particular location, then find out about the universities, private colleges or technical schools that are in the area. Either way, you’ll find that the proximity of a higher-education institution offers many benefits to residents of any age.
Read Moreideal towns >> new bern, nc
New Bern is not only the birth place of Pepsi-Cola, home to a multitude of cultural festivals and the second oldest town in North Carolina, but it has just completed a $65 million History Center, which is raising the bar on museum experiences across America, making this riverside town one of the most adored destinations in North Carolina.
Read Moreideal towns >> amelia island, fl
Amelia Island — Awe-inspiring in Harmony with Nature by Scott Kauffman When the Sea Pines Company started developing Amelia Island Plantation 25 years ago in northeast Florida, the ground-breaking company set an ambitious goal of creating and operating a residential resort community that was harmonious with nature to the highest order. Sea Pines Co., led…
Read MoreRoam Alone: A Guide for Single Travel
Solo travelers make up more than 11 percent of leisure travelers in the United States, according to the U.S. Travel Association, and this number will continue to increase. After all, in 2014, the number of single American adults outnumbered those who are married. Travel tops many retirement to-do lists, and research repeatedly shows that experiences, such as travel, generate more joy than material purchases.
Read Moreideal towns >> asheville, nc
Asheville — Mountain Adventures, Eclectic Artists & Incredible Architecture by Nancy Gross Famous for the stunning beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the grand Biltmore Estate, Asheville, NC, is also known for its edgy, artistic energy and its burgeoning culinary scene. This thriving mountain city has an irresistible eclectic downtown with more than 30…
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