All across the Midwest and Northeast, active adults have felt the bite of winter storms. And while those who live in northern regions are used to shoveling snow, recent winter storms have been far from typical. Dangerous white-out conditions grounded flights and prompted many states to advise residents to stay home. Yet, for many, being at home meant coping with extensive power outages. Was all of this enough to drive retirees south?

The Haven in Bluffton, South Carolina, is a Del Webb active adult community that is unique in the intimacy of the pristine neighborhood. We're looking at the rolling green golf courses, attractive amenities, and lavish landscape that make The Haven a desirable retirement destination for active adults. Keep reading to find out if this beautiful 55+ community is right for you.

To the shock of homeowners and fellow builders alike, Levitt & Sons filed for bankruptcy in November 2007. This devastating news destroyed the plans of many active adults who were in the process of building or purchasing homes from the builder. Luckily, many of the former Levitt & Sons communities have been renewed through new builders; take a look at some of the thriving 55+ communities here.

Hill Country Retreat is a premier active adult community in San Antonio, Texas. Builder Del Webb has created a sprawling, luxurious 55+ community with plenty of amenities that appeal to retirees. Take a look at the impressive community here.

Coastal towns have been popular with retirees for decades, and it's undeniable that Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, has its own particular charm. Here, we look at this beautiful area's thoughtful 55+ communities as well as a variety of activities which appeal to active adults.

The Colony is an active adult community in Murrieta, California. Started in 1989 and completed in 2005, this gated 55+ community contains 1,500 single-family houses located in the beautiful Inland Empire area of Southern California. Take a look at the world-class amenities this community offers retirees hoping to stay active and social.

Though most active adults understand the importance of saving for retirement, many may underestimate the amount of money they will need to have in savings. This is especially true as the average lifespan continues to lengthen, and workers can no longer expect defined-benefit pension plans or social security income. Here, we share some tips to make sure you don't outlast your retirement savings.

Located 35 miles from Atlanta in Griffin, Georgia, Del Webb's Sun City Peachtree is an affordable active adult community. Check out how Del Webb will provide the lowest-priced houses of all their 55+ communities while continuing to offer the impressive amenities that homebuyers have come to expect from the builder.

Del Webb began building the active adult community of Sun City West in Arizona in 1978. By the time the project was completed in 1997, the robust community contained 16,900 homes. Find out why this Phoenix-area community continues to appeal to retirees hoping to soak up the sun.

A study by the North Carolina Center for Creative Retirement once listed Texas as the number-two retirement destination in the country. The Los Angeles Times declared Texas to be the next retirement mecca. Texas clearly has a wide appeal for active adults; keep reading to learn what draws retirees to the Lone Star state.