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La Pura Vida: Costa Rica

It may seem strange at first but more than 20,000 U.S. expatriates live in Costa Rica, many of whom are retirees. In a country of just over four million, why would so many people choose to retire in Costa Rica?

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Southport, NC – A Quaint Fishing Village Rich with History

Southport, NC – A Quaint Fishing Village Rich with History St. James Plantation, The Number One-Selling Community…

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Lighthouses: East and West

There is something wondrous about a lighthouse, guiding the way for ships at sea, a beacon in…

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Quail Ridge Country Club: Green Thumbs Welcome

Quail Ridge Country Club: Green Thumbs Welcome Quail Ridge Country Club in Boynton Beach, Florida, has established…

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Taste of the South: Pepsi and Boiled Peanuts

Taste of the South: Pepsi and Boiled Peanuts There are some things that are quintessentially Southern: sweet…

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McDaniel’s Marsh Madness

McDaniel’s Marsh Madness By Craig McArt and Renée Gustafson Beautiful as Eastman Lake is, are you tired…

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Minto Florida Communities – Further South

MINTO FLORIDA COMMUNITIES – DOWN SOUTH We now move south into a whole new world of Minto…

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St. Marys, Georgia

St. Marys, GA, is aptly referred to as the “Gateway to Cumberland Island,” because most visitors to that unique destination get there on the ferry that departs from the town’s riverfront dock. But while this little community with a population of just over 17,000 seems destined to grow in the coming years, local residents hope to preserve the area’s small-town charm and relaxed pace of life.

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Palmetto Creek and the Green Swamp Preserve

About twenty miles from historic Wilmington, North Carolina, is the community of Palmetto Creek. Situated perfectly between…

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In the Midst of the Best North Carolina Amenities: Golf View at Stonebridge

In the Midst of the Best North Carolina Amenities Golf View at Stonebridge lies within the very…

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This Week’s Top 5 Communities – January 5-9

This week features these five communities. Take a moment to browse through them … one of them…

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Create a Living Legacy

As we age, we start to consider what kind of impact will we leave on the world, our communities and our families. In business, that might mean creating a product that will last decades, or maybe mentoring young entrepreneurs.

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Growing Asparagus

Asparagus is a tasty perennial (comes back each year) vegetable that many gardeners like to grow. While most vegetables produce later in the season, asparagus produces its edible parts (stems) right up front early in spring.

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Energy and Eastman

Energy and Eastman What if Eastman received an edict from an energy czar stating that the community…

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Introducing…Living Single

I’m pleased to announce that ideal-LIVING is inaugurating a new column, “Living Single.” And, I’m delighted that…

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Top Three Reasons to Live Here at Savannah Quarters

Top Three Reasons to Live Here at Savannah Quarters Looking for a place to call home? There’s…

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Are You Ready for Hammock Day?

Imagine lying in a hammock enjoying beautiful views surrounding a glistening lake. 7/22 is your day then! Hammocks tend to be synonymous with summer, so it’s no wonder that there’s a day dedicated to hammocks right as the season hits its peak.

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Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club - Florida Gated Communities

Harbour Ridge: The Best Things in Life

Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, a private gated country club known for its spectacular yachting, golf, and tennis. The community derives its name from the natural bluffs, which create a harbor and ridge along the club’s River Ridge Golf Course.

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ideal towns >> asheville, nc

Asheville — Mountain Adventures, Eclectic Artists & Incredible Architecture by Nancy Gross Famous for the stunning beauty…

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Championship Palm City Golf Courses

Championship Palm City Golf Courses Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club is home to the best championship…

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