Post #176498 by Sailor Curt on Tue, Aug 2, 2005 8:32 AM

I am posting this in the hope that Tiki Central members who live in Florida can give us some advice.

My wife and I live in Seattle. Due to a number of factors, we are considering a move back to the east coast, with Florida being one of the possible areas on our list.

We know this may be a rather tall request, but we are hoping that some of you Floridians can suggest some possible locations that we should consider living in Florida.

Our idea of a livable city would include: good shopping areas that are not overly-commercialized (i.e., at least a few independent businesses that are alternatives to the usual Wal-Mart and Target stores); availability of good organic foods in the grocery stores; availability of art and culture (such as museums that have modern art and film); a socially and politically progressive community (i.e., not too conservative); nightlife that includes progressive/modern music; nearness to beaches; and last, but not least, access to the sort of community that fosters tiki lovers and similar hip-ness.

(Right of the bat, we should note that we are not particularly crazy about Miami, but are willing to listen to anyone who can change our minds about it).

Other locations of interest include: coastal Georgia and points farther north on the east coast.

Thanks in advance for your input.

Sailor Curt & Violet Ray (Curt & Melissa)

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