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The Perfect Overview of Latitude Margaritaville Watersound

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 22, 2023

More so than any other video I’ve seen about the project to date, this video about Latitude Margaritaville Watersound in the Florida Panhandle provides a terrific overview of what life will be like for future residents: If you’ve been following along I’ve previously shared a complete guide to Latitude Margaritaville Watersound community, as well as … Continue Reading » about The Perfect Overview of Latitude Margaritaville Watersound

Matanzas Lakes – A Small 55+ Community in Palm Coast, FL

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: July 25, 2022

Amidst all the Del Webb’s, Latitude Margaritaville’s, and The Villages of the world…well-known communities you’ve likely heard about with thousands of homes and multiple exciting amenities…there exists a small subset of communities being developed that are on a far less grand scale, but for the right person, might contain massive appeal. One such community I … Continue Reading » about Matanzas Lakes – A Small 55+ Community in Palm Coast, FL

The Bella at Valencia Del Sol

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 23, 2024

Located in the gated, Tampa area 55+ community of Valencia Del Sol, The Bella is a 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home with the addition of a Den/Office space. Other features include a Great Room, a Screened and Covered Patio, and a 2-Car Garage. It has 1,492 sq. ft.of living area, and 2,088 sq. ft. of … Continue Reading » about The Bella at Valencia Del Sol

36 of the Best Beaches in Florida

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: March 22, 2025

Ready for a beach day? Well grab your beach bag and some flip-flops because we’re about to travel around the coast of Florida, highlighting some of the best beaches in the state. While some of the beaches listed below are their own individual spots, other locations I’ve listed have multiple beaches to explore which you … Continue Reading » about 36 of the Best Beaches in Florida

The Ultimate Guide to WaterSound Florida

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 22, 2023

WaterSound is a master-planned community on Florida’s Gulf Coast that you are going to hear A LOT about in the coming years. That’s because it is the 3rd Latitude Margaritaville location, behind Daytona Beach (1st location) and Hilton Head (2nd location). While you might be hearing about Watersound for the first time because Latitude Margaritaville … Continue Reading » about The Ultimate Guide to WaterSound Florida

The Bellagio Model in Valencia Grove at Riverland

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: July 19, 2022

The Bellagio Model is part of the “Crown Collection” available in Valencia Grove at Riverland, a 55+ community in Port St. Lucie on Florida’s east coast. This 2,645 sq. ft. living area home offers impact-resistant windows and doors, tile roof, brick pavers and a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops as standard features. Here’s a look … Continue Reading » about The Bellagio Model in Valencia Grove at Riverland

The Dreamsicle at Latitude Margaritaville

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: May 27, 2025

The Dreamsicle model is part of the Conch Cottages Collection of floorplans at Latitude Margaritaville in Daytona Beach (completed in 2025) and Latitude Margaritaville Watersound in the Florida Panhandle. The Conch Cottages are the smallest floorplans available at Latitude Margaritaville, but as you’ll see in the video below, there’s still plenty of space for most … Continue Reading » about The Dreamsicle at Latitude Margaritaville

Tampa Retirement Guide

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: March 19, 2026

Tampa and the surrounding areas are exploding with new 55-plus communities. And for good reason. First off, what’s not to like about Florida’s West Coast, and Tampa is in the heart of it. It’s got great weather year-round, is easily accessible from most other parts of the country, particularly the Northeast where most retirees are … Continue Reading » about Tampa Retirement Guide

The Denton Model in Lakes at Harmony

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 15, 2025

The Denton is one of the floorplans on display in the Lakes at Harmony, a 55+ community in St. Cloud which is in Central Florida. With 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms inside of 1,423 sq. ft. of living space, The Denton is one of the smallest homes available in the Lakes at Harmony. Let’s go inside … Continue Reading » about The Denton Model in Lakes at Harmony

Living the 55+ Lifestyle at Valencia Bonita

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: October 18, 2023

Located in Bonita Springs, between Fort Myers and Naples, Valencia Bonita offers easy access to everything Southwest Florida is famous for. This “lifestyle video” captures the essence of what life at Valencia Bonita is like for residents: With an exciting vacation-inspired lifestyle that rivals the finest resorts, Valencia Bonita by GL Homes features an opulent … Continue Reading » about Living the 55+ Lifestyle at Valencia Bonita

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