As the holidays approach, many active adults in the Phoenix area are marking their calendars for trips and activities to enjoy with friends and family. With light festivals, cultural attractions, and musical performances, Phoenix has an assortment of holiday events to check out. Our helpful guide explores some of the best activities and events to put on your calendar during this holiday season.

Price tags can be scary -- especially when it comes to large purchases like buying a home -- but that's not always the case. There are plenty of affordable active adult communities that have options to fit almost any budget, even in popular retirement destinations like the Carolinas. Below we've highlight two communities in North Carolina that have homes available for under $150k.

One of the best areas for active adults in Florida the Broward County. It's just north of Miami and all of the city's culture, history, and dazzling nightlife. If you're looking for a comfortable 55+ community in Broward County that won't break your budget, consider these low-priced neighborhoods in some of the area's most desirable cities and towns.

There aren't many places that are more beautiful than the coast of South Carolina, with its sandy beaches lined with towering palmetto trees, and seaside towns full of charming homes, quaint restaurants, and plenty of attractions to explore. From family-friendly options to more secluded areas, here are the best five beaches in South Carolina.

Some of the country's first trading ports for early colonial settlers were in Middlesex County. Its prime location in between Philadelphia and New York and proximity to Raritan River and Raritan Bay contributed to its playing a part in the American Revolution. Now, it's home to several 55+ communities, including many affordable options.

Texas is home to dozens of natural and man-made lakes. From Lake Caddo, the largest freshwater lake in the south, and Lake Conroe, just north of Houston, to the sparkling waters of Possum Kingdom Lake in North Texas, active adults have many opportunities to pursue their passion for boating and water recreation.

Regardless of the reason, pickleball is certainly taking off and is featured in many 55+ communities. In the state of Georgia, there are quite a few communities that feature at least one, but in many cases, more than one pickleball court, as well as pickleball clubs. If you're thinking about moving to Georgia and love pickleball, or would love to start playing, these are the communities for you.

Plenty of suburbs and 55+ communities located in them provide tranquility with a location near all the fun of a city. Residents can easily commute downtown and return home later to an affordable, quiet home. New Jersey's Somerset County is perfectly poised to offer 55+ adults that optimum urban/suburban mix.

When it comes to the best place to retire in Florida, the only consensus seems to be that there is no consensus. Just about the only region in Florida that no one mentioned as a retirement destination was the Panhandle. However, that, just like the greater Northwest Florida region, is about to change.

For patients on dialysis, travel may seem daunting. However, dialysis patients can enjoy travel and leisure across the U.S thanks to several dialysis-friendly cities. These five cities combine the best of entertainment and travel with access to dialysis centers for the most convenient destinations for dialysis patients.