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Set in the heart of Texas' Rio Grande Valley, Alamo Country Club is located just north of the Mexican border and an hour from South Padre Island. This well-established, gated community welcomes active adults aged 55 or better with an exciting line-up of indoor and outdoor amenities, as well as social clubs that cover a wide range of interests.

In Eastern Pennsylvania, Allentown offers a fabulous mix of scenic parks and urban attractions. The city features historic sites, cultural attractions, and recreational opportunities, plus a variety of inviting active adult communities.

Trilogy at Rio Vista offers lovely homes set against the Rio Vista Golf Club. This Northern California community offers its active adult residents indoor and outdoor amenities, special-interest groups, classes, and community events. Read on to see if Trilogy at Rio Vista is right for you.

Most active adult communities are known for their affordable homes and exciting amenities. On the other hand, there are plenty of options available if money is no object and you want to own an expensive home in an impressive resort-style community.

Westlake Golf & Country Club is a beautiful 55+ community in Jackson, New Jersey. The community's 18-hole golf course and spacious clubhouse shape this fabulous retreat for active adults in Southern New Jersey's popular Ocean County.

Empty nesters have the luxury of rediscovering hobbies and spending time with their friends. Active adult communities typically offer a wide range of games, including those that stimulate your mind and keep you feeling young. If you're looking for a new pastime, here are 10 games to consider.

Heritage Village IV provides active adults 55 and older a tranquil retreat for retirement. This lovely Arizona community has just 162 homes, but its residents enjoy their own private clubhouse and resort-style amenities in Scottsdale Ranch.

Denton, Texas, has something to offer nearly any visitor, from charming shopping districts and local restaurants to traditional rodeos and live music festivals. Active adults may especially love visiting this city, and those who choose to stay can find beautiful homes in amenity-rich communities.

Del Webb Orlando, located in beautiful Davenport, Florida, offers a scenic retreat for active adults age 55 and older. This beautiful community features a wide range of amenities, social clubs, and special-interest groups, which makes it easy for residents to meet their neighbors.