The Villages is a huge place and it definitely takes newcomers some time to get the lay of the land. Top to bottom, The Villages currently measures about 14 miles long and its about 5 miles across at its widest point. One of the best ways for newcomers to get it into their minds ... Continue Reading » about The Villages Maps and Apps
Life in The Villages
Everyday life in The Villages is probably quite different than the life you left behind before moving here.
Explore our articles below on what makes living in The Villages so different than just about any place else.
50+ Reasons to LOVE The Villages
The Villages isn't the best selling community in the country for nothing. Below I've listed 50 reasons to love The Villages. I titled this article "50+ Reasons..." because I'm hoping you will find something I missed and tell me about it in the comments at the end. Ready? Here we go... 1. ... Continue Reading » about 50+ Reasons to LOVE The Villages
Veterans in The Villages
Offices in The Villages and the surrounding counties will be closed today, in honor of our Veterans. Though they have already served in the military, many veterans who live in The Villages are still serving their community by providing a variety of services and raising funds for groups in need. At ... Continue Reading » about Veterans in The Villages
Golf Cart Insurance in The Villages
For many people in The Villages, the golf cart is the family car. You can literally get just about anywhere here by golf cart. But, it is a good idea to get golf cart insurance, just in case you have one too many at happy hour down at Market Square and hit something. You can get golf cart ... Continue Reading » about Golf Cart Insurance in The Villages
The Villages to Orlando International Airport: Driving Directions and Shuttle Options
Orlando International Airport is most likely going to be your best bet as far as airports to fly into when coming to The Villages. In fact thousands (...and that's no exaggeration!) of residents and visitors make the trip either to, or from, OIA every single day. There are a few categories of ... Continue Reading » about The Villages to Orlando International Airport: Driving Directions and Shuttle Options
Leisureville: An Inside Look at The Villages
If you're seriously considering moving to The Villages, I recommend to folks that they read one other book (besides mine) before making the plunge. Leisureville, by Andrew Blechman, provides a very accurate (and often humorous) account of what life is really like in The Villages. While Mr. ... Continue Reading » about Leisureville: An Inside Look at The Villages