Page 18 - South Mississippi Living - February, 2019

COASTNOTES
story by Lynn Lofton
LISTED IN 100 BEST PLACES TO RETIRE
national magazine has discovered what Coast residents already knew — this area is a great place for retirees. Gulfport/Biloxi has been selected as a top retirement destination in the sixth edition of “America’s 100 Best Places to Retire,” which is edited and published by Where to Retire magazine and is available online at WhereToRetire.com.
This news is welcomed by the Harrison County Development Commission and their relocation program. “The Mississippi Gulf Coast is an amazing place to relocate to regardless of age,” says Executive Director Bill Lavers. “There are
events taking place all year long. The weather, culture, people and food are outstanding, and the cost of living is also a very attractive benefit. All these factors contribute to many military families choosing to call the Coast home after traveling the world.”
According to Marcia Crawford, the Development Commission’s director of marketing & relocation, it was no surprise Gulfport/
Biloxi was selected as a top retirement destination.
“Miles of
unobstructed views
of the Mississippi
Sound, a cost of
living below the national average, first-class amenities, thriving economy and welcoming, diverse population make Gulfport/Biloxi, and in fact,
the entire Mississippi Gulf Coast a premier relocation destination,” she said.
Where to Retire editors and staff spent 11 months researching more than 800 cities. The final selection represents 35 states and includes three Mississippi locales: Gulfport/Biloxi, Tupelo and Vicksburg. Each city profile combines
extensive research, local knowledge and in-depth interviews with retirees who made the move.
“This book allows readers to tap
into the wisdom of hundreds of relocated retirees, including those who moved to Gulfport/Biloxi, one
of our 10 best beach towns,” said Where to Retire Editor Annette Fuller. “This is by far our most popular book, which compiles and updates profiles from our magazine. It will be your most helpful asset in planning your own post-retirement departure and arrival.”
The chosen cities vary in size, climate, amenities and lifestyle,
and each falls into one of 10 categories that focuses
on the city’s defining feature, such as beaches, mountains, low costs, four seasons and appealing downtowns.
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