Okay so we just bought a second home in The Villages, FL. Were going to be snowbirds! If you dont know anything about The Villages, let me tell you, it is a fantastic place, not far from Orlando. Friends are welcome to visit us! Its been called Disneyland for Grownups and Americas Friendliest Town. The Villages, Fla, is the fastest growing small town in America, according to Forbes. In 2007, 72,246 people were residents of The Villages. According to the recent 2010 census data, The Villages now has 93,420 people—thats a 29 percent increase. Last year, 2,307 retirees purchased homes in The Villages, ranging from modest villas to multi-million dollar estate homes. Almost everyone drives a golf cart — they outnumber cabs in New York City by a factor of four. Spanning 23,000 meticulously groomed acres, The Villages boasts 513 holes of golf, 85 restaurants, 63 swimming pools, 14 Medical Centers, The Villages University for lifelong learning, and the largest softball league in the world. There are a myriad of clubs, sports, and daily activities - something for everyone. Social life centers around three main themed squares lined with restaurants, bars, and shops. Every night, the crowds are lively enjoying the free entertainment ranging from music to dance.
Posted on: Tue, 14 Oct 2014 01:00:23 +0000