The Short List: 50 Best Master-Planned Communities in the U.S.
Drumroll, please, as we present Where to Retire's eighth biennial honor roll of the country's top developments. The Short List is an elite selection of 50 neighborhoods that provide the active lifestyles retirees seek today. The honorees are diverse in size, perks and location, spread across the continental U.S. Besides a brief profile of each community, we provide a helpful two-page guide to all 50 and their amenities, everything from on-site water access and educational classes to fenced dog parks.

8 Inviting Northeast Havens
From miles of picturesque beaches to dense woodlands, the Northeast has plenty to draw retirees looking for four-season locales. We've compiled a list of eight great towns, including "City of Ships" Bath, ME; Pennsylvania's outdoor-conscious capital, Harrisburg; and the art and college haven of Northampton, MA, in the Berkshire Mountains.

Steps to a Successful Relocation
Packing up and moving to a new home can be an adventure—one with plenty of stress. Keep calm with our step-by-step guide to finding your retirement Eden, tackling to-dos like paring down belongings and assessing destinations to suit your budget and interests.