Central Florida is one of the fastest-growing areas of Florida, especially around the state's tourism capital of Orlando. Think of Orlando and you think of mouse ears, NBA hoops, theme parks and parking lot traffic. While the area is always "on," you can find some great retirement opportunities in some of the nice towns that are near Orlando, but not in its tourism wake. These areas can be charming, with more reasonable prices, rolling hills, quaint shops and non-amusement attractions. Read more