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2003 BEST PLACES TO RETIRE (September, 2003) Through much of life, our personal and professional obligations are spread across many areas. When the time comes to retire, we relax and reward ourselves for years of hard work and dedication by shifting our focus to what makes us happy. With this in mind, it's important to choose a city for retirement that offers the specific amenities and activities we prefer. Everyone knows Florida and Arizona offer much in the way of traditional U.S. retirement, but we've selected cities that offer a completely unique lifestyle. How do you want to fill your days? Hiking or golfing? Cooking or oil painting? Shopping or attending college courses? Whatever your muse, one or more of these 2003 Best Cities for Retirement will soothe your spirit and kindle your passions. Ashland, Oregon Just a few miles north of the California border, the Ashland climate is warm and pleasant (and much drier than you might expect in Oregon). Ashland also boasts an outstanding Senior Program Center that offers a complete support system, including preventative health care clinics, discounts on City utilities, weekly events, and more. The natural beauty of the West is easily accessible from Ashland, offering outdoor activities such as river rafting, cross-country skiing, biking and golfing. Thanks to Ashland's Southern Oregon State College, residents have access to the vigor and inspiration of college students and culture. The median home price in Ashland is $227,000. Read entire article at MSN
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