55places.com Blog
Latest Posts
Golf is a year-round sport in Florida, thanks to warm weather and near-daily sunshine. Active adults who count golf as one of their favorite hobbies or a sport they'd like to take up during an early retirement can consider one of the many 55+ communities that have their own world-class golf courses.
Searching for a potential retirement community can be an exciting process, but those who are single might feel a bit apprehensive. However, there are numerous active adult communities that foster a singles-friendly environment in the Phoenix area. Take a closer look to see if one of them is the singles spot for you.
When it comes to retirement, coastal living is all the rage. In fact, retirement is made for the scenic, sandy beaches and laid-back attitude that coastal living is all about. Best of all, the Eastern Seaboard has plenty of 55+ communities for active adults. We've highlighted four coastal cities we think you're going to love.
Active adults in Maryland searching for a well-established community that has many options in a prime location should consider Heritage Harbor in Annapolis, Maryland. Take a closer look at the resale homes, plentiful amenities, and vibrant activities that it has to offer.
While the sunshine state may be better known for its beaches and its theme parks, the climate and the soil has made several varieties of muscadine wine possible. Active adults who love wine have yet another reason to relocate to Florida: wineries. As luck would have it, some of the most interesting 55+ communities are near Florida's wine country.
While Phoenix itself has plenty of activities and attractions, the surrounding area offers even more to do and see. Just an hour or two outside of the city leads to world-famous destinations and historic sites. Below we're taking a closer look at some of the best day trips from Phoenix.
A city like New York City can seem overwhelming or intimidating when planning a trip. This is why many people, including active adults, hesitate to dive in. It would be a shame to miss out on everything that The Big Apple has to offer; a little insider information and sense of adventure can help you easily conquer either one.
Social in its nature, softball is a great way for residents to build new and long-lasting relationships with their fellow neighbors. If your neighborhood does not have a softball league, don't be discouraged, you can always start one yourself. Read on to hear ways that you can start your own softball league within your community.
All throughout the state of Illinois homebuyers will find an abundance of small active adult communities, many of which provide its residents the opportunity to pursue an active lifestyle within a close-knit atmosphere. Within these smaller-scale communities, residents have the means to not only establish true relationships with their neighbors.
Raleigh is home to outstanding scenic beauty, but it's also part of the Research Triangle Park area, along with Durham and Chapel Hill, which provides tens of thousands of jobs in the science and technology fields. Best of all, the area has plenty of age-restricted and active adult communities.