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The subtropical, warm and humid climate
of Florida attracts tourists and retirees alike.
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Year-round golf,
lake recreation, miles of sandy beaches and the Florida Keys, combined
with a low cost-of-living, all contribute to Florida's status as a
retirement favorite. Indeed, 20% of Florida's population is
composed of retirees. Tourism is the state's biggest industry,
followed by manufacturing and agriculture. Ponce De Leon was the first
European to see the area in 1513, and the U.S. purchased it in 1819.
In 1845, the
area became a state. The railroad's arrival in the 1920s fueled
a land boom and then bust. The state became a major tourist destination
after World War II, with another boom starting in the 1960s and continuing with no end in sight.
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| Despite headlines about high
crime, illegal immigration and hurricanes, there are still many
unspoiled areas that provide for an excellent retirement. |
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