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Charlevoix

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What it's Like to Retire in Charlevoix

Charlevoix, Michigan, referred to here as “Charlevoix the Beautiful”, is an old seasonal town in northwest Michigan. A popular '''retirement community''' for active adults, Charlevoix is located on an isthmus between Lake Michigan and Round Lake, adjacent to the shores of Lake Charlevoix... more >>

State: Michigan

Durango

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What it's Like to Retire in Durango

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 the center of town... more >>

State: Colorado

Charlottetown-prince edward island

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What it's Like to Retire in Charlottetown-Prince Edward Island

The City of Charlottetown is an historic community of over 32,000 people located on the south shore of Prince Edward Island. Charlottetown is the capital of Prince Edward Island. It is the "Birthplace of Confederation" after the historic 1864 Charlottetown Conference which led to Confederation. Holland College and the University of Prince Edward Island comprise a green space that surrounds the city. The city itself extends very picturesquely along Charlotte Harbor... more >>

State: CANADA

Stamford

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What it's Like to Retire in Stamford

Stamford is  a busy commercial hub and residential city in the southwest corner of Connecticut, very near the New York border. If you have ever driven or taken the train from  New York City to Boston you almost had go through this wealthy town of over 125,000.   Many, many corporate headquarters are located here thanks to its easy access to New York City. It has some nice residential sections and a long coastline on Long Island Sound... more >>

State: Connecticut