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Grand Openings & New Communities

Del Webb Orlando Announces Multi-Million Dollar Clubhouse

by Susan Quilty on July 19, 2010

As the leading developer of 55+ communities, Del Webb has a reputation for offering impressive resort-style amenities and distinctive homes, which appeal to active adults. New Del Webb active adult communities are designed to reflect the company’s more than 50 years of experience, and older Del Webb communities are frequently updated to stay current with homebuyers’ changing needs.

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Lake Providence – Del Webb in Nashville, Tennessee

by Bill Ness on July 30, 2009

Lake Providence is a Del Webb active adult community near Nashville, Tennessee. This gated community offers a resort lifestyle with 1,069 homes centered around a large clubhouse overlooking a 15-acre lake. Residents enjoy 80 clubs and an on-site lifestyle director.

Lake Providence has experienced strong sales in recent years, despite the real estate downturn. The community’s ideal location, proximity to the culture of Nashville, world-class amenities and active lifestyle have drawn retirees from all corners of the country.

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Retire on a Cruse Ship

by Bill Ness on March 15, 2009

Waterfront Lifestyles International is offering a unique idea for retirement living that is anything but your typical retirement community. This boutique maritime lodging company is now taking reservations for retirement condos on a cruise ship. Each week, the 300-foot Alegria will make weekend cruises to attractions such as shuttle launches, shopping excursions in Palm Beach, the Bahamas and will take a once a year trip to Central America. All cruise expenses are included in the Resident’s Care fee including meals and entertainment on board the ship. Residents only have to pay for cocktails, casino charges, spa fees and purchases in the gift shop.

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Retiring to the River

by Bill Ness on December 16, 2008

A new developer has a unique idea to put a twist in your retirement lifestyle. River Cities plans to launch a floating retirement condominium community that will travel over 6,600 miles of river and inland waterways throughout the United States. Imagine a lifestyle where you wake up every morning in a new city or along a new bend in one of the country’s beautiful networks of rivers. The idea is the brainchild of David Nelson and if everything works out according to his plan, his boat, The Marquette, will set sail a couple years from now.

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