Page 98 - South Mississippi Living - November, 2026

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Sunshine, Seafood, &
Whole Lot of Living
Making
South Mississippi
Your Forever
Destination
story by
Cherie Ward Cherie Ward
Forget the alarm clock. Trade your morning commute for a
waterfront stroll, your office chair for a beach lounger, and your
microwaved lunch break for a leisurely plate of Gulf shrimp.
Welcome to retirement on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, where
the biggest decision of the day might be whether to spend it on
the water, on the golf course, or on the porch with a second cup
of coffee.
With 62 miles of coastline, charming downtowns, fresh
Gulf seafood, and plenty of Southern hospitality, this Coast
offers retirees the opportunity to turn their golden years into a
permanent vacation.
And the best part? There’s something for just about everyone.
98 | November 2026 Sunshine Is the New Dress Code
Pack away the snow shovel and break out the flip-flops. With
mild winters and plenty of sunshine, Coastal Mississippi makes it
easy to enjoy the outdoors throughout much of the year.
Spend your mornings fishing, your afternoons golfing, or your
evenings watching the sunset over the Mississippi Sound. Take
a leisurely stroll along the beach, explore the walking trails, or
finally put that green thumb to work in your garden.
Of course, there’s always the option of doing absolutely
nothing. You’ve earned it.
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