There are so many attractions, activities, and places of interest in South Florida that you may feel like a tourist when you first move here. That's okay. It's expected. Everyone else feels the same way even after living here for years. That's because there's so much to see and do. If you're adventurous, every day could be something different. In fact, it may you years to go through your checklist of places to visit. Or you can remain home and play golf or tennis every day - or go the beach or pool, or going shopping in exciting malls and outlet centers, or dining at a different restaurant every night, or meeting with you friends at the clubhouse.
Snowbirds and seasonal residents flock to South Florida from Canada and the northern states for the aforementioned reasons and to escape the harsh winter weather. It's reasonable to understand why the majority of newcomers who move to South Florida come from the northern states, but many move to Florida to take advantage of the tax benefits (no state income tax and relatively low sales tax); low housing prices and $50,000 homestead tax exemptions, good schools, educational and business opportunities, excellent healthcare facilities, and wonderful active retirement and family communities. And that brings us to the main reason many people move to Florida - retirement. It may be a tough decision for some. Deciding to retire to South Florida means you'll have to give up snow and ice, heavy winter clothing, snow tires, windshield ice scrapers, icy sidewalks, snow shovels, home heating oil deliveries and other costly inconveniences of winter. It means giving up freezing weather, dangerous driving conditions, unplowed streets and parking lots, salt corrosion and of course, slush! You'll never ruin your shoes in Florida slush.
Besides the great weather, the main interests of most new residents are comfortable living, activities and interesting attractions. Florida communities are unique in this respect with many located close to the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Gulf of Mexico on the other. There you can enjoy boating, scuba diving, world-class fishing, water skiing, snorkeling, windsailing, relaxing on the white sandy beaches and so much more. And no matter where you live there is always golf and tennis. Shopping at outlet centers, visiting animal habitats, sightseeing, museums, art galleries, and other cultural venues and enjoying the many state and national parks that dot the landscape can make any day an adventure. If you feel the urge to explore, you can easily visit the Florida Keys, the nearby Bahamas, and all of the Caribbean. There are many flights and plenty of cruise ships to take you there.
Moving to an active adult retirement community means you'll have the ability to meet new people and make new friends; be able to enjoy social activities with others your age who have similar interests; realize the security of a community that caters to your needs and welfare; enjoy peace and quiet without the outside influences of your previous neighborhood; enjoy the features, benefits and luxurious amenities of living in a resort-style community; and have a chance to enjoy your hobbies and interests; as well as the features and comforts of a new home.
Southwest Florida, which includes Naples, Ft. Myers and Tampa also has an amazing number of golf courses, hundreds of public parks and thousands of miles of biking, running/walking paths and 160 miles of coastline. The Southwest Florida area offers an endless list of things to do, a wealth of entertainment opportunities and a climate that's ideal for any leisure lifestyle or outdoor activity - from the beaches to the golf courses to the Performing Arts Center. The Tampa Museum of Art, Museum of Science & Industry and USF's Contemporary Art Museum are among the favorites. Tampa is home to the NFL's Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Rays baseball, Lightning hockey, and Storm arena football. It is also home of the Florida State Fair and the annual Gasparilla Festival. The area is served by more than a dozen major hospitals. Southwest Florida attracts a lot of people from the Midwest and western states.
And if you love professional sports, South Florida has the Miami Heat, Dolphins, Marlins, and Panthers, as well as the Rays, Magic, and Lightning. It doesn't get any better than that. And if you love football in the snow, we'll let you fly north for a couple of days. We know you'll be anxious to get back to your home in South Florida. Besides, you'll meet so many people in South Florida from your old area up north who had the same great idea as you to move here, you'll feel right at home - only better, much better. Come on, make your move.
Snowbirds and seasonal residents flock to South Florida from Canada and the northern states for the aforementioned reasons and to escape the harsh winter weather. It's reasonable to understand why the majority of newcomers who move to South Florida come from the northern states, but many move to Florida to take advantage of the tax benefits (no state income tax and relatively low sales tax); low housing prices and $50,000 homestead tax exemptions, good schools, educational and business opportunities, excellent healthcare facilities, and wonderful active retirement and family communities. And that brings us to the main reason many people move to Florida - retirement. It may be a tough decision for some. Deciding to retire to South Florida means you'll have to give up snow and ice, heavy winter clothing, snow tires, windshield ice scrapers, icy sidewalks, snow shovels, home heating oil deliveries and other costly inconveniences of winter. It means giving up freezing weather, dangerous driving conditions, unplowed streets and parking lots, salt corrosion and of course, slush! You'll never ruin your shoes in Florida slush.
Besides the great weather, the main interests of most new residents are comfortable living, activities and interesting attractions. Florida communities are unique in this respect with many located close to the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Gulf of Mexico on the other. There you can enjoy boating, scuba diving, world-class fishing, water skiing, snorkeling, windsailing, relaxing on the white sandy beaches and so much more. And no matter where you live there is always golf and tennis. Shopping at outlet centers, visiting animal habitats, sightseeing, museums, art galleries, and other cultural venues and enjoying the many state and national parks that dot the landscape can make any day an adventure. If you feel the urge to explore, you can easily visit the Florida Keys, the nearby Bahamas, and all of the Caribbean. There are many flights and plenty of cruise ships to take you there.
Moving to an active adult retirement community means you'll have the ability to meet new people and make new friends; be able to enjoy social activities with others your age who have similar interests; realize the security of a community that caters to your needs and welfare; enjoy peace and quiet without the outside influences of your previous neighborhood; enjoy the features, benefits and luxurious amenities of living in a resort-style community; and have a chance to enjoy your hobbies and interests; as well as the features and comforts of a new home.
Southwest Florida, which includes Naples, Ft. Myers and Tampa also has an amazing number of golf courses, hundreds of public parks and thousands of miles of biking, running/walking paths and 160 miles of coastline. The Southwest Florida area offers an endless list of things to do, a wealth of entertainment opportunities and a climate that's ideal for any leisure lifestyle or outdoor activity - from the beaches to the golf courses to the Performing Arts Center. The Tampa Museum of Art, Museum of Science & Industry and USF's Contemporary Art Museum are among the favorites. Tampa is home to the NFL's Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Rays baseball, Lightning hockey, and Storm arena football. It is also home of the Florida State Fair and the annual Gasparilla Festival. The area is served by more than a dozen major hospitals. Southwest Florida attracts a lot of people from the Midwest and western states.
And if you love professional sports, South Florida has the Miami Heat, Dolphins, Marlins, and Panthers, as well as the Rays, Magic, and Lightning. It doesn't get any better than that. And if you love football in the snow, we'll let you fly north for a couple of days. We know you'll be anxious to get back to your home in South Florida. Besides, you'll meet so many people in South Florida from your old area up north who had the same great idea as you to move here, you'll feel right at home - only better, much better. Come on, make your move.
