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Crane Lakes – Port Orange, FL

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: June 9, 2020

Crane Lakes is a 55+ manufactured home community in Port Orange Florida, just minutes from Daytona Beach. Crane Lakes is one of the nicer manufactured home communities in the area, and some of these homes go for over $200,000. Standing inside some of them you would never know it was a manufactured home.There are currently … Continue Reading » about Crane Lakes – Port Orange, FL

Villages of Royal Palm – Port Orange, FL

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: March 30, 2018

The Villages of Royal Palm is a gated, maintenance-free lifestyle community located in Port Orange, FL. Port Orange is located on the East Coast of Florida, just minutes South of Daytona Beach. The easiest way to get there is from I-95 take exit 256 and head West on 421 (Dunlawton/Taylor). At the first stop light, turn … Continue Reading » about Villages of Royal Palm – Port Orange, FL

The Rebecca Grande at Valencia Bay

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: March 21, 2018

The Rebecca Grande is one of the smaller homes available at Valencia Bay in Boynton Beach, but it’s still got plenty of room for most retiring boomers I know. With 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, a Den, a Great Room, a Screened Covered Patio, a 2-Car Garage, and just over 2,000 sq. ft. of living area, … Continue Reading » about The Rebecca Grande at Valencia Bay

5 Gulf Coast Day Trips You Simply Can’t Ignore

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: November 10, 2024

One of the best things about living in Florida is that there are so many unique day trip options to choose from. If you ever get bored, you’re doing it wrong. Florida’s Gulf Coast has arguably the highest concentration of unique day trips in the state. Let’s take a look at 5 great options. Caladesi … Continue Reading » about 5 Gulf Coast Day Trips You Simply Can’t Ignore

Retirement in Ponce Inlet, FL

by Andrew Selby | Updated: January 19, 2023

Located just minutes south of Daytona Beach and about an hour northeast of Orlando is the quaint seaside town of Ponce Inlet. Ponce Inlet is known for its rich history and small town atmosphere, but it still offers up all of the essentials for living right along the Atlantic Coast, as well as access to … Continue Reading » about Retirement in Ponce Inlet, FL

The York at Valencia Bonita

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 1, 2023

The York at Valencia Bonita, a 55+ community from GL Homes located between Ft. Myers and Naples, is perfect for those planning to travel frequently or for those simply wanting a lot less maintenance hassles in retirement. Townhomes, or “paired villas” as they’re often referred to provide their owners with “lock and leave” convenience, and … Continue Reading » about The York at Valencia Bonita

Popular Tampa Area Museums

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 13, 2023

Tampa is considered one of the major cultural hubs of Florida, and there are a number of Tampa area museums that should be at or near the top of just about everyone’s list of places to visit in Florida. Here are a few of our favorite Tampa Area museums: Museum of Science & Industry Tampa’s … Continue Reading » about Popular Tampa Area Museums

The St. Christopher at Citrus Hills

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: June 11, 2025

Part of the care-free home series at the Villages of Citrus Hills, the St. Christopher is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath home which has just shy of 2,000 square feet of living space. Let’s head inside and take a look around! Want to see all of the great floorplans (and pricing) available at Citrus Hills? … Continue Reading » about The St. Christopher at Citrus Hills

Valencia Bay Clubhouse in Boynton Beach Is Now Open

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: February 2, 2018

I just got word yesterday that the Clubhouse at Valencia Bay, a 55+ community in Boynton Beach is now open. I’ve got the beautiful pics for you below. The opulent 33,000 sq. ft. Clubhouse and Lifestyle Complex serves as the hub of the community and offers hundreds of exciting events including Broadway style shows, matinees, … Continue Reading » about Valencia Bay Clubhouse in Boynton Beach Is Now Open

The Stunning Beauty of Dry Tortugas National Park

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: July 9, 2022

It’s not the easiest place to get to, but if you’re up for an adventure, take a day trip to Dry Tortugas National Park. Located 70 miles west of Key West, Dry Tortugas National Park is actually closer to Cuba than the United States. Discovered in 1513 by Juan Ponce de Leon, the park can … Continue Reading » about The Stunning Beauty of Dry Tortugas National Park

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