In a recent article for AARP magazine John Colapinto describes the scene in Florida as the new retirement community “ Margaritaville” (yes based on the song) opened to buyers. The builders of this over 55 haven were pleased to see hundreds of eager future flip flop clad seniors camped outside of their offices. These colorfully dressed folks were lined up for a chance to purchase their own little piece of paradise. Were is not for the wee hour and copious amounts of construction dust, the scene would have strongly resembled a bunch of Jimmy Buffet fans (known as parrot heads) waiting to enter a concert venue.
We want you to move here to NYC! You'll have everything-- lots of your bosom buddies, a comprehensive transit system (half-price once you hit 65), plenty of kultchah, senior discounts all over the place and--should you ever need it--Meals on Wheels!
We want you to move here to NYC! You'll have everything-- lots of your bosom buddies, a comprehensive transit system (half-price once you hit 65), plenty of kultchah, senior discounts all over the place and--should you ever need it--Meals on Wheels!