This very affluent town of over 60,000 people is located a few miles west of Baltimore and just north of Columbia, Maryland. Historic Ellicott City is a lovely downtown area with antique shops,  restaurants,  boutique shops, coffee shops, a tea room and many historic sites.  The town has many parks and an affluent population, many of whom commute to Baltimore…...

Princess Anne, Maryland is a quaint historic town with two nearby universities, the U of Maryland Eastern Shore and Salisbury University. Just 30 minutes to Ocean City and the pristine beaches of Assateague (with the wild horses). 3 hours from Baltimore, Washington DC, Philadelphia and Williamsburg. Two hours from Annapolis, Wilmington, Cape May and Virginia Beach. There are 300 structures…...

Nestled in the southwestern corner of North Carolina, Franklin serves as the southern gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Great Smokies. Franklin is a favorite retirement and relocation spot for people of all ages, especially those who like the mountains and outdoors.  Many people have vacationed in Franklin only to dream of retiring here.  Hiking, rafting, fishing, kayaking, tubing,…...

Ocean County College and some small historical attractions contribute to Toms River culture....