10 Places to Go Carless in Retirement

These places will help you escape from rising gas prices in retirement

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You will save even more money if you are able to run most errands by walking and biking. Boulder, Colo., is known for its more than 300 miles of bikeways, some of which are physically separated from the streets for safer travel. "Between the bike paths and the bike lanes, it is almost quicker to bike around town than to drive," says Cara Priem, 58, of Boulder. "There are fewer stop lights and the parking is better." When she needs to haul groceries home, Priem attaches a trailer to her bike. "I can exercise and do my errands at the same time," she says.

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Amherst, Mass.

Ann Arbor, Mich.

Berkeley, Calif.

Boone, N.C.

Boulder, Colo.

Corvallis, Ore.

Ithaca, N.Y.

Princeton, N.J.

Pullman, Wash.

State College, Penn.

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We're another reason why it's easy to go car free in Boulder, CO. We're a private nonprofit organization that provides low-cost ($2 one way within the city) transportation and mobility options for older adults and people with disabilities. If you're unfamiliar with using public transportation we offer travel training: for a $25 registration fee, a trainer will assess the barriers that you might face in using public transit and then teach you to safely, comfortably and competently use the transit system. And our mobility specialist will help you learn about all the transportation options that are available to you locally. We're a one-stop shop for your mobility needs in Boulder, CO. When your ability to drive, bike or walk is limited, we're here. www.specialtransit.org.

Diana DeBrohun of CO 5:00PM August 09, 2011

Well, finally! It was about time. Until now, everything I have been reading about these "fabulous places" where retirees could leave cheaply and comfortably and enjoy plenty of amenities, are dead silent about availability of good public transportation!

Maria of DC 12:04AM June 06, 2011

How about retiring in the French Quarter in the Big Easy. You are in walking or wheelchair distance to everything you could ever want. Groceries, doctor offices, a shuttle to take you to the V. A. Medical Center, etc. .No golf, but when we get that far along who cares about chasing a little ball all over up and down hills? Take time to relax. There are cruise ships that take you to the Carribian islands and Mexico where you can just go off by yourself or in a group. The best place to sit and contemplate is "Jackson Square" where you get to watch just about any kind of artist you wan. From mimes to canvas artist, to live bands, excellent food and a buggy ride if you want. Oh and did I mention that the Superdome is right down the the streed on Canal St.? In the "Big Easy" you can stay home in an apartment or go out to a disco or any other place you can imagine.

Bro John of MS 6:00PM June 04, 2011