Editor’s Note: This article is about my experience with Hurricane Irma in 2017. In my last post, I detailed my decision making process behind why we decided to stay and ride out Hurricane Irma, and the steps we were taking to prepare. In this post, I’ll tell you what it was like riding out the … Continue Reading » about The Wrath of Hurricane Irma
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Hunkering Down for Irma
Editor’s Note: This article is about my experience waiting for Hurricane Irma to arrive in 2017. For weeks we’ve been following the devastating news out of Texas, and now all of a sudden here in Florida, we are the news. As I write this on Saturday morning September 9, Irma is expected to make landfall … Continue Reading » about Hunkering Down for Irma
Stay and Play Opportunities at Florida Retirement Communities
There is no shortage of first-class active adult communities to choose from throughout the state of Florida. That much is for certain. Depending on your own personal likes, interests, and tastes, you will naturally be more drawn to certain types of communities. But how will you really know which community is the perfect fit for … Continue Reading » about Stay and Play Opportunities at Florida Retirement Communities
My Hurricane Matthew Recap
Editor’s note: This article details my experiences with Hurricane Matthew in 2016. Many of you know that I live in Daytona Beach Shores, and as I mentioned in an email to my readers earlier this week, I was busy preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Matthew. Needless to say, it was a very stressful week. … Continue Reading » about My Hurricane Matthew Recap
Where to Find That Vintage, “Old Florida” Feeling
One of the first things people learn when moving to Florida is that all of the most popular tourist destinations actually do a pretty bad job of demonstrating the laid back lifestyle that Florida used to be known for. Hence the birth of the “Old Florida” concept. Back before tourism was such a big business, … Continue Reading » about Where to Find That Vintage, “Old Florida” Feeling
Florida Beach Safety: Know The Risks Before You Dive In
Yesterday was a tragic and sad day here at Florida for Boomers HQ. A man in his 40’s was swimming behind my condo with his twin brother when they were caught in a rip current. A friend of theirs tried to save them and succeeded in getting one of the brothers out, but the other … Continue Reading » about Florida Beach Safety: Know The Risks Before You Dive In
Three Unique Experiences Courtesy of Florida’s Nature Coast
For nature loving Boomers, Florida’s Nature Coast region is just a natural fit for retirement. The places to explore and things to do are nearly endless, but some experiences are more unique than others. Below we’ve shared information on three of these experiences. Scalloping Florida’s scalloping season for the Nature Coast counties of Levy, Citrus, … Continue Reading » about Three Unique Experiences Courtesy of Florida’s Nature Coast
Kings Point Explores The Dark Side of Retirement Life
The HBO Documentary Kings Point follows the lives of several residents of a 55+ retirement community in Delray Beach, FL called Kings Point. The main topics explored are love, loss, and self-preservation. Here’s the trailer: Though most people I’ve discussed the movie with called it “depressing”, and fair warning…it can be if you view it … Continue Reading » about Kings Point Explores The Dark Side of Retirement Life
Bicycle Friendly Communities in Florida
Every year, The League of American Bicyclists reviews a large number of applications and publishes their list of Bicycle Friendly Communities, Businesses, and Universities. This year, Florida has 29 communities on the list. In order to be considered for one of these awards, a community must fill out an application and submit it to The … Continue Reading » about Bicycle Friendly Communities in Florida
The Top Five Stone Crab Restaurants in Florida
One of the most popular Florida seafood items is stone crab claws. There are many restaurants throughout Florida that have made a name for themselves by serving delicious stone crab claws. Some restaurants boil the claws and then chill them and serve them cold with a mustard dipping sauce. Some restaurants serve warm claws with … Continue Reading » about The Top Five Stone Crab Restaurants in Florida
The Old Florida Outdoor Festival
One of the biggest and most exciting outdoor events taking place in central Florida next month will be The Old Florida Outdoor Festival that is held in Apopka. The event will feature anything and everything related to the outdoors lifestyle here in Florida. There will be booths and vendors for a wide range of outdoor … Continue Reading » about The Old Florida Outdoor Festival
Florida From the Driver’s Seat
Florida has many faces. I should know. I’ve driven through most of them. For seven years, it was my job to drive as a sales rep across the great state of Florida. I saw many sides of Florida, from orange groves to ocean coves, and loved them all. While I saw a lot of interstate … Continue Reading » about Florida From the Driver’s Seat
5 Ways to Beat the Florida Heat
When I first moved to Florida from Arkansas, I felt I was ready for the heat. After all, I was a Southern girl. How bad could it be? One of my first mornings in my new home state, I laced up my shoes and went for a run. Within a few minutes, the spring in … Continue Reading » about 5 Ways to Beat the Florida Heat
Medical Care Away from Home: What Snowbirds Need to Know
Snowbirds have a lot to think about when they make their annual trek to Florida, and medical care and insurance coverage should be at the top of the list. How you handle routine and emergency medical treatment while you are in Florida will largely depend on the type of health insurance you have and the … Continue Reading » about Medical Care Away from Home: What Snowbirds Need to Know