If you need a lifestyle and scenery change, there are many destinations that may fit your retirement living desires and needs. Take a quick vacation via the web to our top-10 list of possibilities. Drum roll, please. This article series will highlight each of these lovely locales:
Costa Rica: Enjoy the tropical weather of Central America in the country with the highest standard of living in the region. Over 50,000 American citizens flock to live in this luscious retreat.
Fort Collins, Colorado: Located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, the weathers are mild, while skiing is just a valley away. This community is a leader in sustainability and environmental protection. Their clean water and air initiatives improve health and overall quality of life.
Hanover, New Hampshire: Don’t let this small town fool you. As the home of Dartmouth University, enjoy classes in their senior learning program. Fine arts, golfing, and low housing costs are also around campus.
Nashville, Tennessee: The country music capital of the world is a mix of urban class and honky-tonk living. With a great location for traveling, Tennessee’s retirement living campaign guarantees southern hospitality for seniors.
Phoenix, Arizona: It’s an obvious choice for snowbirds, but Phoenix’s climate and terrain are great for active adults. Native American roots hug this city like the mountains. The city’s culture thrives on its heritage and retirees.
St. George Utah: Much like other mountainous retirement spots, St. George has outdoor activities. But this is more of a small town atmosphere. This community has a growing retirement population without growing traffic problems and over-development.
San Diego, California: Right on the Pacific coastline, this city stretches from the coast, inland to hills, and to the desert. Enjoy the wild side of San Diego at the world renowned zoo or tame your golf swing at one of the 90 golf courses in the area.
South of France: Oui, you can retire in France. Sip some wine at a local vineyard and finally use your high school French education. You can see Van Gogh’s landscapes right outside your home. When you are over the culture shock, enjoy the comfort of world-class medical benefits.
Texas Hill Country: The cattle drivers can keep the dry dirt of Texas, and you can enjoy the hills. It is one of the few areas in the state that experiences more than one season. Fishing, boating, and antiquing are popular in the 20-plus towns in the region. With names like Comfort and Utopia, these villages are sure to please any retired cowboy or cowgirl.
Queensland, Australia: Australia’s north-east region is properly called the “sunshine state.” It is like Florida, yet overseas. Enjoy living in another country where the locals speak English. With the right retirement Visa, you can live down under on the Queen’s Coral Sea.






Your article says that Hanover, NH is the home of Duke University, but it is the home of Dartmouth.
Our mistake! We’ve corrected it now, but we’ve always had it correct on the actual page. Thank you for pointing out this mistake and thanks for visiting!