Grand Rapids is one of the most prosperous and dynamic cities in the State of Michigan. With a population just under 200,000 it has an exceptionally strong cultural presence for a mid-sized city. Grand Rapids is home to several private colleges including Calvin College, Acquinas College, as well as the Grand Rapids Community College. Nicknamed the "Furniture City", Grand Rapids…...

Haines City is a small town of 16,000 between Tampa and Orlando. WInter Haven, Davenport, and Kissimmee are nearby towns to consider as well.  Haines City has an active program called Main Street, a division of The National Trust for Historic Preservation, dedicated to providing and promoting a sense of community pride in the revitalization of the Historic Downtown....

For active adults 55+ in retirement, living in St. Simons Island,  could be like going to paradise. The island, one of the Golden Islands, is immediately adjacent to Sea Island, which has some of its exclusive resort facilities here. About 15,000 mostly affluent people live here, the average age is a fairly high 56. Brunswick is the biggest nearby town,…...

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…...