Sumter is a town of about 38,000 in central South Carolina, not too far from Columbia.  It is the county seat of Sumter County and home to Shaw Air Force Base. Sumter is noted for its lovely gardens and charming residential neighborhoods. It is part of the Santee-Cooper Lakes region, Sumter is renowned for hunting, fishing, water sports and golf.…...

Deming is a town of almost 15,000 that is 60 miles west of Las Cruces.  Here is how our member, Glenda, who lived here for a time, describes the town: "It is a small town with a slow pace of living. Everyone knows everyone. Retirees have been moving there for many years. Low cost of living. Located on Interstate 10.…...

Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia after Sydney.  Many would say that it is its most sophisticated. Whatever the case, retiring baby boomers will find much to like in Melbourne.  One of its finest attractions is a compact city center that can be easily transversed on foot, bike or free tram. There is an interesting mix of colonial…...

Hiawassee is a small town of less than 1,000 bordering Lake Chatuge (Hiawassee Lake is in NC).  The town is very close to the North Carolina and South Carolina borders. It has many activities from boating, hiking, golfing, fishing, community involvement, the list is endless.  There are local arts and crafts festivals, a county fair, gardens, music festivals and weekly music…...