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Williamsburg, VA: A Wealth of History
Williamsburg, VA: A Wealth of History The city of Williamsburg, Virginia, has a rich history, dating back to the time of the first colonists of the United States. Located on the high ground between the James and York rivers, the city served as the capital of the Colony of Virginia from 1699 until 1780. It…
Read MoreTennessee Mountain Living: Jasper Highlands
The views at Jasper Highlands are convincing enough to persuade any visitor to return. Bright greens, crisp yellows, and autumn reds paint the landscape to feel more like a painting than a place, with clouds that feel as if they are only an arm’s reach away. Seated in the mountains of Kimball, Tennessee-Jasper Highlands’ residential area is quickly becoming a favorite choice for those seeking a backwoods lifestyle.
Read MoreBeaches, Big Cities, and Everything in Between: Retire to Texas
Did you know that Texas takes second place for most popular retirement destination? There’s no reason to be perplexed. Texas has it all, from big cities to beaches and everything in between. So, throw away your stereotypes of 5 gallon bucket hats and learn why Texas is the hot spot for retirees.
Read MoreTips and Tricks for Filing Your Taxes
Whether you decide to do your taxes yourself or go to a professional, you’ll need to get organized first. Make sure you have all your forms (W-2s and 1099s) and start making a list of any payments that might be deductible (such as moving costs) if you haven’t already.
Read MoreThe Lakewood Ranch Lifestyle
Lakewood Ranch: In a League of its Own Lakewood Ranch, located in Southwest Florida on the Gulf Coast, has a list of accolades too lengthy to cite. A visit to the Lakewood Ranch website will quickly convey how it stands apart. The photos, awards, and videos you’ll find there speak for themselves. The homes at…
Read MoreAn Island Lifestyle: The Landings on Skidaway Island
An Island Lifestyle: The Landings on Skidaway Island Savannah, Georgia, is known as “The Hostess City” of the South so it’s no wonder that the city attracts millions of visitors each year. With its unique charm and picturesque neighborhoods, it’s also easy to see why many of these tourists become Savannah transplants. But even when…
Read MoreNew Urbanism: Neighborly Living
An urban design movement has been impacting such areas of real estate development and urban planning since the early 1980s. It’s called “New Urbanism” and it is influenced by the foremost urban design practices before the rise of the automobile in the mid-1900s. New Urbanism uses…
Read MoreRecipe: Corned Beef & Cabbage
With St. Patrick’s Day coming up this month, there will be all kinds of things going on throughout the nation, from parades and celebrations to what is cooked in the kitchen. Here’s a classic Irish dish we found on history.com that you can whip up to embrace the taste of the holiday!
Read MoreWhat a Dish
The chefs at the Shoals Club, Bald Head Island Club, Maritime Market Café and MoJo’s on the Harbor are redefining the island’s cuisine one plate at a time. They’ve perfected dishes that incorporate local flavors, regional ingredients and international twists to celebrate our Southern, seafaring history
Read MoreTips for Spring Traveling
This winter has definitely been a rough one, but the warm weather is coming! Spring will be here before we know it-and it will be warmly welcomed. With spring comes the chirping birds, beautiful blooms, and spring travel. To get you prepared for days of vacation, we’ve found a few tips that could be useful when planning and executing your spring travel.
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