Explore Georgia in Retirement

We journey to warmer climates every winter but, since our son and his wife moved to Florida, we find ourselves on the eastern seaboard quite often.  On our second journey we got to explore Georgia in retirement and were very surprised.  It’s an absolutely beautiful state and the small rural towns offer a glimpse of small-town U.S.A. with wonderful shops and restaurants.  While most people are quite familiar with Atlanta and all the sports it has to offer, there are some historic areas that might not get the attention they deserve.  Everyone should stop at the Carter Center, the library started by President Jimmy Carter and dedicated to solving the problems of the world.  Learn about the great strides made in world health and human rights and you realize what a visionary this Georgia native was.

Stop to see the sights related to Martin Luther King, Jr. and you get that same feeling of being in the presence of someone who truly tried to change the world for the better.  The grounds of the memorial are beautiful and very impactful and there is still more work to be done.  As a lover of history, this area was a highlight for me as we made our way down to Florida.  While it’s not the most direct route, when you’re retired, you can schedule as many detours as you choose.  We found it well worth the time to explore Georgia in retirement.  Atlanta is a wonderful sports town, and, on game night, you can't find a livelier place to be.

As we mentioned, the Carter Center in Atlanta is a wonderful place to visit, but so is the hometown of Jimmy Carter in Plains.  You will not find a smaller town than this with such a history.  It was the focus of the nation’s press corps during the campaign of 1976, and it has become a museum dedicated to the 39th President.  A tour of the two-block town will tell you how much Mr. Carter meant to this area and a visit to his farm will show you how simple a life he led.  Explore Georgia in retirement and you’ll come in contact with another president who made his summer White House in another rural town in Georgia.

Explore Georgia in retirement and see everything this beautiful state has to offer.

Warm Springs is the place where Franklin Roosevelt got relief from his polio.  He built a rehabilitation center that he went to often and the tour that is offered is another history lover’s dream.  Warm Springs was where Mr. Roosevelt died after serving longer than anyone else as President.  The museum is well done, and it is a very pleasant visit if you’re in the area.  Most people who visit either Warm Springs or Plains are passing through to somewhere because there isn’t much else to see in this part of Georgia although the country roads and small towns are wonderful to experience as you explore Georgia in retirement.

Continue down to the coast and you can spend weeks visiting the islands and exploring Savannah.  For those who like paranormal activities, Savannah is a goldmine because it’s consistently listed as one of the most haunted areas of the country.  The old homes are spectacular and the park in the center of the city is something to experience.  The Spanish moss hanging from the trees are a photographer’s dream and there enough restaurants to please almost anyone.  We visited this city one time with friends from the United Kingdom, and they were absolutely enchanted by this city.

Explore Georgia in retirement and you can’t help but fall in love with the shoreline.  Jekyll Island has always been a magnet for the rich and famous and that continues to this day.  It is spectacular.  It is clear that Georgia has something for everyone.  As every golfer knows, Augusta becomes the center of the world when the Master’s Tournament is played.  Getting tickets for this event is done on a lottery basis unless you know someone or have a lot of money to spend but, from the reports of a couple of friends who have experienced it, it is something that you’ll never forget.  Walking near Amen Corner is an experience for the ages and the incredibly affordable refreshment stands are quite the experience as well.  As you drive through this beautiful state, you’ll discover that the famous golf course in Augusta isn’t the only beautiful course.

Explore Georgia in retirement and you’re in for a very pleasant experience that will take you through small towns, old cities, historic sites and incredible shorelines.  Don’t be surprised if you schedule a follow-up visit during your journeys south.  We live in a beautiful country and exploring it in retirement is one of the most enjoyable things you can do.  Get out there and see for yourself.  It’s time to Enjoy Retired Life!

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