Durango is one of the most interesting small towns in Colorado. Not just for retirees, but also for young people (average age is 29).  Located in the southwestern part of the state, Durango has convenient access to at least 5 major ski areas including Purgatory (about 25 miles away).  The Animas River, a gold medal fly fishing stream, flows through…...

Here in the Highlands of Jalisco, at 6,100 fr elevation, the climate is like springtime about 8 or 9 months of the year. It is a slow pace, tranquil city of about 130,000, but only 30 minutes from the huge city of Leon, Guanajuato. There is a Retirement Center (not a nursing home) like a hotel but with many activities…...

Madison CT is a charming small town on Connecticut’s Long Island Sound. Its real estate values are the highest in Connecticut east (towards Boston) of New Haven, reflecting its desirability as a place to live. As a place to retire there is much to find in this town of just under 19,000. It has a compact downtown with cute stores…...

Tilton is a small town on the Winnipesaukee River in  central New Hampshire. The population was about 3,500 (2009).  It includes the village of Lochmere. The Tilton School, a private preparatory school, is located here in town. Photo of Indian queen statue in Tilton courtesy of Wikipedia and SayCheeeeeese (public domain); Photo of postcard of View of Winnisquam Lake, New…...