Retiring to Arizona was a decision we made in 2004 and I have not regretted it for a single moment.
A difficult decision was choosing the right city for us … Many people think that Arizona is nothing more than cactus and desert.
In reality, Arizona has one of the most diverse topographies you will find anywhere. Did you know that more than 27% of Arizona is considered forest land?
Yes, the two largest cities in Arizona are Phoenix and Tucson … And they are in the desert. Both on Interstate 10.
If you want four seasons, you can choose Flagstaff … Home to one of only two ski resorts in Arizona … Sitting at over 6,900 feet … it gets a lot of snow in the winter.
If you are tired of the 115 ° summer heat in Phoenix in Arizona … Flagstaff will offer cool nights and high 80s temperatures during the day.
Choosing the right city in Arizona for your retirement will not be easy … There are many options. The good news is that they should be a fun process due to the diversity of Arizona cities.
Don’t forget that Arizona just celebrated its centennial on Valentine’s Day 2012. It was the last state of the 48 continental states to be granted statehood, on February 14, 1912.
If I could choose one reason why I am glad I retired in Arizona, it would be the sun. More than 300 days a year you will be bathed in radiant sunshine.
You tend to take sunlight for granted … until you see a rare cloudy day.
Playing golf at one of the more than 400 golf courses in Arizona requires sweaters on and off in the winter, depending on whether the sun is behind a cloud or not.
Playing golf in Arizona during the summer does not require a large wardrobe … Almost everyone wears shorts … Hats with a wide brim … The downside of sunny days is that you can get skin cancer very easily if you don’t it does. t take protective measures.
From the sophistication of Scottsdale and upscale shopping areas … to the small town feel of Payson and Wickenburg … Arizona offers something for every retiree.
The population of Arizona is 6.4 million people … Pretty close to the population of the greater Houston area … There is plenty of room to spread out in Arizona.
So why not join the many happy retirees enjoying the sun in Arizona? Just remember that choosing the right city will be difficult … but also fun.
Come and have fun.
